Stories & Testimonials

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This month of March was National Women's Month and we showed each other how to honor Women.

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Another Chance Ministry came to fellowship with the guys and share testimonials.
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This is what we do!
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We made a vow to never give up on our community we will continue to do whatever it takes to keep these young men out of trouble.

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This month we focused heavily on vision boards so that each individual would see and know their worth. Vision Board pics sponsored by: Crazy Daisey

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Mentors take time throughout the week to teach life skills and ways to break barriers of walking in pride.

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After an amazing year, the mentors and Mentees deserved a time of fun without drugs and alcohol this is what true companionship looks like.
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These men are growing one step at a time by learning soft skills such as workforce development, technical skills, problems, and so much more. The end goal is success.

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On Christmas Eve LMM served food and toys to over 250 kids that was in need we do this because it's a joy to show love in are beloved community. Do to increase violence in our community this is one of many ways we fight to overcome challenges and obstacles.  It also takes unity and we thank are partners Toys for Tots and Mr. Thompson at Mary Williams-Neal Community Center

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We believe prayer changes things. Broken men can come together no matter what we have been through and we find confidence in the Lord.

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Antonio has been apart of Sent1One Ministries / Lean on me Ministries for 4 months once we begin mentoring him. One of his short-term goals was to see his son after six years and he did the work. Lean on me Ministries just showed him the way. It was such a joy to see father and son bonding together.
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Lean on Me Ministries hosts community meetings every Saturday from 10 AM to 12 PM. We help men open up, relinquish their pride, and tell the truth. Focusing on life skills and self-development.

Ways to support... Add cash app $LeanonmeMinistries one word.

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Bobby Smith spent 37 years in prison. He joined Sent1One Ministries in February 2022 after being turned down from multiple housing options due to his criminal history. Despite Bobby's health struggles including two heart attacks, a stroke, and Lupus. He now has a monthly income, scheduled doctor appointments, transportation, and so much more. The most recent thing Bobby accomplished after joining a mentorship program (Lean On Me Ministries since Aug 2022). He speaks to young men about the negative effects of incarceration and making positive choices to make a difference in this community. Bobby is a true overcomer and what makes him unique is his ability to give back to society with action.

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This is a Mentor and Mentee, each mentee that joins the program they get set up with a Mentor. Together they set short-term goals ranging from six to twelve months and long-term goals ranging from one to three years.

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The more mentors the better. We believe in walking side by side with each mentee as they grow.

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One of Lean on Me Ministries main goals is to reach short term goals, we believe the little things can hold a man back. Thanks to LMM, Allen Sykes was able to get his Driver License and yes he passed the test the first time..

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After spending 33 years in prison Mr. Johnson now has a place he can call home also he has a voice because he has value. His past does not determine his future and what good can come out of transitioning without mentioning it. Both components are needed to see success across the board.

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Teach a man how to stay focused and eventually his life will change for the good...

 

Quote by  -Kevin Morgan


We teach men how to value their space by speaking out to other like-minded individuals.

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We learned how to clear debt, how to start a savings account, and most importantly how to budget finances.

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We circle up and pray after each life skill class every Saturday from 10 a.m.-12 p.m. because we believe prayer allows a direct connection with God through Jesus Christ.

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As we mentor young men by teaching them conflict resolution. We bridge the gap with other organizations like Uncornered to dig deeper and reach lives before they commit to being active gang members


 

LMM would like to honor Andrew B. Andrew, who came from Ukraine. Sent1One Ministries found him on the streets because of our (No turn-down policy). We housed him immediately at the time he was working a job that he couldn’t advance in. Within six months, he had a skilled job and became part of the LMM mentorship program. LMM strives to build relationships with prevailing wage jobs and is teaching each man in the program how to maintain success with longevity by doing something they love.

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