Financial Support
We believe that God supports His Work through the tithes and offerings of His People! The Lord's Church here at Freedom operates in this fashion. Where you attend Church and are a member, you too, should give your tithes and first offerings there! However, FREEDOM TABERNACLE MINISTRIES was in operation before we established a local Church. Many things go on here at Freedom beyond the typical doings of a local Church. The Ministry here is truly a Missionary endeavor. Over the years a system of financial support has evolved which assists us in the financing of our Lord's work here at Freedom. May I share the following with you now in order to brief you as to three main focuses of extra finance in order to give you a clear view of what exists in this regard. You may very well be led of God to participate. There are three groups of principle financial partners of FREEDOM TABERNACLE MINISTRIES. These are:
1. FRIENDS OF FREEDOM
2. FOCUS OF FREEDOM PARTNERS
3. THE 33-4-3 GROUP
-FRIENDS OF FREEDOM- is a group of highly interested individuals who join in prayer for Freedom Tabernacle Ministries and faithfully try to contribute around $20.00 a month to FTM. Some give 5, 10, 15 or 25?? Whatever you feel comfortable with is fine. Please remember though that checks need to be made out to FT (Freedom Tabernacle) in order to be tax deductible. FREEDOM TABERNACLE MINISTRIES is independent from the Church but is actually an arm of the Church. We used to be a separate non-profit corporation but were legally advised to merely stay under the umbrella of the Church which is more Biblical anyway. No one single Church could support totally all that is done through Freedom Tabernacle Ministries. Therefore, our Friends of Freedom Partners and our Supporting Churches, along with other donors, are the lifeline of support. We have Elders, Deacons, Trustees, officers, Boards, an Attorney, financial adviser and the Lord Himself that assures honesty and credibility. If you would like to become a part of this important work for God, we would love to have you as a partner as we strive to do what God would have us do TOGETHER. Ask us for a Friends of Freedom card when you see us out in Revival, take one from the Tape table or simply write or e-mail us. Church members of Freedom can locate appropriate envelopes in the doorway racks at Church. Every cent from every dollar goes directly to the support of Camp Freedom and Freedom House.
-FOCUS OF FREEDOM PARTNERS- These are the people who feel a strong leading of the Holy Spirit to underwrite the television outreach THE FOCUS OF FREEDOM. Television time is costly as is the equipment, tapes, and time of production. Right now the television bill is $1600.00 a month and this does not include any equipment, maintenance or production costs. Thank God we have faithful people who have stepped up and pay the bill. This is an on going process however, and sometimes people come and go but the bill arrives monthly. Perhaps you would consider being a part of this team. God is richly blessing this ministry as it goes into prisons, jails, nursing homes, hospitals and homes. It is a source of encouragement to the elderly and shut in and to the sick at home. Many souls have been saved watching the broadcasts. Thank God for this open door of outreach to the surrounding region and even to the world.
-THE 33-4-3 GROUP- This is a band of interested people who are assisting in the construction of the new Worship and Education facility here at Freedom. A 23,000+ square foot building is presently under construction on the grounds. It is estimated that by the time this structure is complete and furnished it will cost upwards of 3.5 million dollars. We pray that God will allow us to get it built and paid for in around 3 to 5 years. A great start is for as many of us who will to try to give 33 dollars a month for 3 years. It takes everybody doing what we can to get it done! Not many of us can give larger amounts of money. Some have and do and we thank God for each one!! Yet, we ALL must take part and do what we can. Many of us can do 33 dollars a month. If God pricks your heart, please join this group!
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It has been my blessed privilege to have been a part of Freedom since 1975. As a matter of fact I was here on this farm when I was just a child. I assure you that to the best of our ability we do our best to make each dollar go as far as possible. We hold costs down by minimizing salaries and maximizing volunteer help and hours. We must labor together with God to see His Work go forth. Give with assurance that you are planting seeds into fertile ground for the Glory of God. Our motto is to simply fly low and go slow. If you don't fly too high you won't fall too far! We have tried to make a little progress each passing year and as the years go by progress grows as well. We continue on with that philosophy. In short, we simply do not go into debt but rather take the pay as you go approach as much as possible. As the work here as grown so has the expenses and facilities so hence, the need to create ways to finance God's work in accordance to His Word and Will. We all do what we can as He directs our hearts and give cheerfully! Sign up cards are available for all three giving groups. You can write us at:
FREEDOM TABERNACLE MINISTRIES
442 Freedom Tabernacle Lane
Atkins, Va. 24311g
You can email Mike directly at mike@ftministries.org
Please pray as we continue with -
-The preaching of God's Gospel
-The teaching of God's Word
-Food distribution to those in need
-Camp Freedom
-Children's Ministries and outreaches
-Teenage Ministries
-Outreach to 18-21 year olds who are displaced and homeless providing room and board, education and job placement assistance
-Emergency Shelter for those displaced regardless of age
-Hands on intervention and temporary housing for those in moments of crisis
-Radio and Television outreaches
-24 hour counseling ministry at FREEDOM HOUSE
-Mercy Mission Care for transients and families
-Emergency Care for family crisis needs
-Revivals and Special Services
-Tape Ministry
(Both Tape and Music Ministries require loads of equipment that is also used in television and radio)
-Music and Publishing Ministry - FREEDOM RIDGE PUBLISHING
-Bus Ministry
-Construction of new dormitories and activity areas for Camp Freedom
-Acquisition of additional land, now around 55 acres
-The Construction of an Elderly Care Facility ( planned for the future with land already purchased)
-Support of, and partnering with, Missionaries and Mission efforts around the world
-Construction of a New "Regional" Worship Sanctuary and Educational Building
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Sure it takes money...but God always provides!
He uses His People . . . so
Talk to Him about what He might want YOU to DO
and if He speaks to your heart....become a
FRIEND OF FREEDOM, a FOCUS OF FREEDOM PARTNER, or a member of the 33-4-3 GROUP
and let's become Partners together with Christ in the continuation of His Work!
Please remember that there is NO CHARGE for Camp or for any service offered. It is paid for by our Lord
through you and me working together with and for HIM
to assist others and glorify HIM.