Choices Pregnancy Care Program provides support to those
in the Lake Wales community who are experiencing
an unplanned pregnancy.
All services are completely confidential and are offered at no cost.
Medical - Pregnancy Testing, Limited Ultrasounds, Abortion Information, STD/ STI Testing, and Medical Consultations
Resources - Material Aid, Transitional Housing, Fatherhood Initiative and Adoption Referrals
Coaching and Education - Pregnancy Options Coaching, Post-abortive Healing Groups, Pregnancy and Infant Loss Support, Relationship Education, Health Education and Information, Prenatal Education and Support, Parenting Classes
Serving partner churches in eastern Polk County
• We exist for the Church. • Our Mission is Healthy Churches. • We provide training, resources, and guidance to churches when invited by the church. • We honor the autonomy of every church. • Church Revitalization, RE-vision, Strategy, Demographics, and Resources are some of the ways we can serve you. • Church Planting is an important ministry to reach the rapidly growing population of eastern Polk County.
Ridge Bible Training Center is a Bible Institute to train pastors, ministers, and church leaders here in the Ridge.
The 520 hour course includes:
1. Bible Study Methods and Rules of Interpretation 6. Personal Spiritual Life
2. Old Testament Survey 7. Church Ministry/Administration/Education
3. New Testament Survey. 8. Teaching Principles and Methods
4. Preaching Biblical Messages and Pastoral Ministry. 9. Church History Survey
5. Bible Doctrine Survey. 10. Missions/Evangelism/Discipleship
In the mid-1970’s Pastor Rayburn Blair from Temple Baptist Church in Tallahassee had the vision to start a children’s home. Soon 14 acres of land was soon donated and once funds were raised, ground was broken, construction began, and the Lighthouse opened in October 1977 to provide a temporary home for boys and girls of all ages. In the late 80’s and early 90’s the home transitioned to being a home for troubled teen girls only.
The Lighthouse program is a combination of set schedules, work responsibilities, Biblical counseling and instruction, private education, athletics, extra-curricular activities, family visits, music training and performance, and community involvement – all in an environment of love and structure. We are, above all, a Christian home, and that spiritual emphasis runs through every phase of the program. The girls are required to attend church, maintain personal devotions, memorize Scripture, and gospel music is all that the girls sing. All counseling is done from a Christian, Biblical perspective, and all school, dorm, and administrative personnel are experienced counselors.
If you are a parent or legal guardian interested in possibly placing a young lady (13-17) with the Lighthouse, please call the Lighthouse Children’s Home, (850) 877-3778 for application procedures.
Missionary to Nepal
Ram Narayan Chaudhary and Family
I was born on September 17, 1972 into a Hindu family in Nepal. We worshipped many gods and goddesses. My mother was frequently afflicted with different sicknesses. We found no possible nothing or no one to help her. Meanwhile, I went to India where I met some Christian women who shared the Gospel with me. However, I opposed them. These Godly women sent a pastor to me. After he explained the love of Jesus, he handed me some Gospel booklets. While reading, I came across the portion where Jesus had died for our sins. I then went to attend a church, and was touched by the message. We prayed for my mother and God healed her. One day while I was at home, God began to speak to my heart in a special way. I repented of my sins and received Jesus as my Savior. Thereafter, tarrying in prayer, my Savior called me to serve Him full time. After completing a short-term Bible training course, I am now working with Gospel for Asia ministries, serving as a missionary in Nepal.
Missionary to Bangladesh
Prosanta Sarker and Family
I was born on August 2, 1990 in a Hindu Family in Bangladesh. One of my classmates, a Christian often told me about Jesus Christ. Since it was contrary to the teachings of Nimduism, I always opposed him. One Sunday, I went to his house to have a talk with him. On that day, the worship service was held in his house. When I saw the people praising God with joy and peace, I was surprised. When the pastor preached from the Word, I was convicted of my lost state. My friend prayed with me and I received Jesus as my personal Savior. I Became a changed person. When I witnessed the love of Christ with my friends, many of them responded to the Gospel positively. The Lord confirmed His call upon me and I enrolled in a Bible School and continue to do missionary work here in Bangladesh.
Samaritan's Purse
Samaritan’s Purse is a nondenominational evangelical Christian organization providing spiritual and physical aid to hurting people around the world. Since 1970, Samaritan’s Purse has helped meet needs of people who are victims of war, poverty, natural disasters, disease, and famine with the purpose of sharing God’s love through His Son, Jesus Christ. The organization serves the Church worldwide to promote the Gospel of the Lord Jesus Christ.
MINISTRY PROJECTS
• International Crisis Response • Operation Christmas Child • The Greatest Journey
• U.S. Disaster Relief • World Medical Mission • Greta Home and Academy
• Children’s Heart Project • Operation Heal Our Patriots
