MISSION STATEMENT
To work the ministry of reconciliation as set forth in II Corinthians 5:18. To restore those who have fallen to their proper place in the body of Christ without regard for race, gender, national origin, or religious affiliation. To bring healing to the families of those who are incarcerated through the preaching of the gospel and the working of Grace, Mercy, and Compassion. To bring unity to the home and dignity to the individual. To train others to work in the prisons and jails to set the captive free, to set a liberty those who are bound, and to exalt Christ above all things. To be at peace with all men, to stand for truth in the face of evil, and to seek justice for those wrongfully accused.
WE BELIEVE
That Jesus Christ is the Son of God and by His death on the cross His shed blood was for the forgiveness of our sins. That the Grace of God extends to all men, both bound and free, and that all who confess with the mouth and believe in their heart shall be saved. That the Scripture is the inspired Word of God and is true. That the church has been empowered to perform the works of Christ and has authority over all the power of Satan. That men should strive to live together in unity and that we are to love as Christ loved. That as new creatures we will walk in newness of life and bear the fruits of the Spirit. That we have been called, sent, and anointed to preach to those who are bound by sin and by prison walls.
OUTREACH MINISTRIES
Dove Prison Ministry: A personal ministry to men and women in jails and prisons across America. Includes a ministry to the men on death row in the State of Texas.
Stand in the Gap: An intercessory prayer ministry devoted to death row inmates. Made up of men and women of all faiths and active in 12 foreign nations and 28 states. Includes daily intercessory prayer for the inmates and their families.
Doves Wings: A ministry of correspondence to the inmates. Men and women of all faiths minister to the inmates through letters and cards with messages of Scripture and encouragement.
Dove Ministry: Evangelical ministry. Provides revivals, camp meetings, and speakers for special services.
Doves Nest: Works to provide for the needs of ex-offenders after their release. Also helps to provide for the needs of the inmate families. Works in the areas of food, clothing, job assistance, and educational needs. Works jointly with the "Artists Breaking the Cycle" network to provide summer camps for inmate children, counseling services, and educational funds.
Friends of Dove: Financial partners who support the ministry with regular monthly contributions. Funds go to provide for the needs of the ministry. All donations are tax deductible.
Affiliated Ministries: A network support group of 29 ministries. Services range from drug and alcohol counseling, HIV/Aids support groups, and churches.
All outreach ministries are open to anyone without regard for race, religion, or national origin. To become involved in any of these groups contact Edwin Smith P.O. Box 345 Merryville, Louisiana 70653 USA. You may telephone 337-825-8782 or by e mail at fomm99@wnonline.net.
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IMPORTANT NOTE !!!
We need a PR Manager who advice us to contact the media.
We need a FunRaising Manager who advice us how to get funds for the Ministry.
All work is unpayed and we ask you to pray God to show you iff he wants you to this,
than please contact Rev. Edwin Smith or Reiner Stensgaard Goldau !
You find the Emailaddress etc. on the welcome site.
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