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"STREET & STRIP CLUB Outreaches 08.08.08 Ft Myers, FL~3000+ Souls in 3+ Monthes" by BFA on August 8, 2008, 9:05 am, in category Outreaches
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In the past 3+ months we (Beauty From Ashes Ministries & our covering church, Word of Life) have had over 3000 decisions for Christ on the streets & in the byways (including strip clubs) of Fort Myers. Our ministry doesn't stop there & we are committed to baptizing them in the name of the Father, Son & Spirit, as well as making disciples of converts, which is why we have follow up, small classes, inner healing/prayer counseling, care groups, mentoring, the resource center & the New L.....
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"Happy Freedom Weekend ~ BFA New, Events & Prayer Requests" by BFA on July 3, 2008, 6:40 pm, in category Newsletter
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"God created us with an overwhelming desire to soar . . . .He designed us to be tremendously productive and 'to mount up with wings like eagles,' realistically dreaming of what He can do with potential." - Carol Kent
Thank you for your faithful prayers! Because of you, God is doing above & beyond what we dreamed or expected. TOGETHER, through Christ, we are making a difference! We are truly moving in a new season here @ Beauty From Ashes & are.....
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"BETRAYAL, SLANDER & GOSSIP" by julietheartist on June 30, 2008, 11:45 am, in category Julie's Pen
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My life is among lions; I must lie among those who are aflame--the sons of men whose teeth are spears and arrows, their tongues sharp swords.
Be exalted, O God, above the heavens! Let Your glory be over all the earth!
They set a net for my steps; my very life was bowed down. They dug a pit in my way; into the midst of it they themselves have fallen. Selah [pause, and calmly think of that]!
My heart is fixed, O God, my heart is steadfast and confident! I will sing and make m.....
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"Focusing on the Great Commission" by BFA on June 28, 2008, 7:54 pm, in category Newsletter
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Our nation has clearly been straying farther and farther from God every year, with things that were considered scandalous 20 years ago now seen as 'normal' and things that were unthinkable then now routine to our jaded hearts. However, were you aware that today, Hollywood and the record industries are producing movies, television, and films which not only feature the sex industry in a positive light, but even promote it as a desirable profession? With the increasing permissiveness of .....
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"theCALL2XXX SWFL Regional Corporate Prayer Tuesdays 8-9am ~ Fort Myers/JOIN US!" by BFA on June 27, 2008, 4:42 pm, in category Announcements
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65% of men in church pews are addicted to pornography
35% of pastors in the pulpit are addicted
35% of women are addicted to pornography
The Porn Industry is the largest & fastest growing industry in the world
Revenues of over 60 million a year & climbing
The average age of the internet pornography viewer is 13- 17
Sex with children is considered the 'hottest' form of sex in the world now
Every minute two children are forced into the sex industry
Florida leads th.....
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"theCALL2XXX Hollywood S&M Convention" by BFA on June 25, 2008, 9:10 pm, in category Outreaches
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Dear Prayer Partners,
Former porn star, Shelley Lubben, having out of the biz for over 10 years has been reaching out to people from the XXX industry for years & recently established the Pink Cross Foundation. (www.shelleylubben.com) She & a team of former sex workers set up their first booth @ the EROTICA LA expo last month & were met with open arms while they shared the love of Christ, gave out Bibles, Christian reading materials & gifts. She has repeatedly expressed her th.....
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"Former Stripper ~ Hadassah Intern/Summer 2008" by BFA on June 24, 2008, 12:07 am, in category Announcements
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Hadassah is the Hebrew word for myrtle, a tree known for it's rapid growth. It is also the name of Queen Esther, heroine of the Purim story. Purim is a Jewish holiday that commemorates the deliverance of the Jewish people of the ancient Persian Empire from Haman's plot to annihilate them, as recorded in the Biblical Book of Esther. Hadassah, Esther's Hebrew name was changed in an effort to protect the secret of her Jewish heritage. She was taken into the King's .....
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"From SEX Industry to PASTORAL Ministry ~ PRESS RELEASE" by BFA on June 16, 2008, 6:24 pm, in category Announcements
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Formerly known as Diamond, the Co-Founder of Beauty From Ashes Ministries, Inc. aka theCALL2XXX is officially enrolled at History Makers School of Ministry in Fort Myers, FL as a full time student pursuing an Associates Degree in Pastoral Care. Julie Shematz, a former stripper & a licensed minister since January 2008, is taking 14 credit hours this semester and is scheduled to become an ordained pastor. Already holding a Bachelor's of Arts from Indiana University.....
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"OLYMPICS, STRIPPING, BIBLE COLLEGE & PASTORING" by BFA on June 16, 2008, 6:21 pm, in category Julie's Pen
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OLYMPICS, STRIPPING, BIBLE COLLEGE & PASTORING
Current mood: enlightened
Category: Religion and Philosophy
". . . I count everything as loss compared to the possession of the priceless privilege (the overwhelming preciousness, the surpassing worth, and supreme advantage) of knowing Christ Jesus my Lord and of progressively becoming more deeply and intimately acquainted with Him [of perceiving and recognizing and understanding Him more fully and clearly]. F.....
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"Julie Shematz & Founder of Oasis Home for Women From XXX on TV 6.9.08 ~ Viewable ONLINE 2!" by BFA on June 9, 2008, 6:16 pm, in category Announcements
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Formers stripper & CEO of Beauty From Ashes International Ministries, along with Founder & Executive Director of Oasis Home Ministry based out of Dayton, OH are the special guests of Bishop Gaspar Anastasi
Tonite @ 7pm on the GOD HAS THE ANSWER TODAY TV program.
Pastor Sharon attended the 1st national conference for STRIP CLUB OUTREACH & XXX MINISTRY TRAINING that Steve & Julie Shematz did in Indianapolis, IN 3 years ago. She went on from there to establish the Oasis Home for .....
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