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October 2005 Highlights

Guyana, South America - 2005 Missionary Trip Report By Jim McArthur

On August 7, 2005, Pastor Phillip and I set out on our 4,353 mile journey from Bakersfield, California to Georgetown, Guyana, South America. It was not only a great distance geographically; it was a great distance culturally and spiritually.

We were met at the airport by Brother Rawle, a leader of the Rhema church in a village community called Canjie. Throughout the trip I was struck that everyone was addressed as "Brother this" and "Sister that." Ultimately, I asked Sister Lou, a worship leader at the Stewartville church, why they addressed one another as they did. She explained that it made it more clear that we are all part of God's family.

One of the first things we did was go to New Amsterdam on the eastern coast. There we visited the Alpha Children's Home. This is a home for abandoned and orphaned children, some impacted by HIV/AIDS. There are some truly wonderful children there. Their greatest need was for companionship and love. If we had been able to, Pastor Phillip and I would have brought them back home with us. The Alpha Children's Home is run by World Harvest Missions a church planting organization founded and facilitated by Rev. Lucius and Sister Esther Bruyning.

For two nights, Pastor Phillip held teaching seminars at the Rhema church. The teachings centered on "Homosexuality and the Reality of Change." I also had the opportunity to share my testimony on what the Holy Spirit has and continues to do in my life. People from all over Berbice (the region that New Amsterdam is a part) and members from many congregations came to learn.

During the three days in New Amsterdam we would visit the children's home to play and talk with the children. After many, many years, Pastor Phillip showed that he still knows how to play jacks. Reluctantly, we had to leave New Amsterdam and return to Georgetown.

From Georgetown we made a day trip to Mahaica where we fellowshipped with believers. I was struck by the needs people had but more struck by their ability to walk in faith and trust God to meet their needs. I was humbled and felt rather than me teaching in Guyana the Guyanese should visit us and teach us how to trust God for all our needs.

We had the opportunity to visit and teach a youth group in a community called Stanleytown. Pastor Phillip taught on the importance of sexual purity. On Sunday, I was really looking forward to worship and worship we did! We were in Stewartville where several churches came together for a service. It was a wonderful and exciting service where the Holy Spirit was most definitely present.

Pastor Phillip was invited to teach on a television show called "Look What God Is Doing." The show had been running a series on sexuality and two 30 minute shows were recorded and will be aired regularly throughout Guyana.

One of the main reasons for this trip was to continue to explore the possibility of a His Way Out Ministry (HWOM) branch in Guyana. Guyana has been, and continues to be, in the midst of a political debate on the issue of homosexuality versus civil rights. Instead of the behavior of homosexuality being treated as a moral issue, many Guyanese are being taught that it is a fundamental right! Many prominent politicians and people in the media are coming out in support of this lifestyle. The Church in Guyana has united and stood against any amendments to their constitution. However, many concerned Guyanese Christians simply feel inadequate in ministering to individuals struggling with their sexuality. HWOM provides a very specific message: freedom from homosexuality is possible when Jesus Christ is Lord of your life.

Towards the end of the trip, in accordance with God's timing, we met Phyllis Jordan (co-leader of Operation Restoration) and Roger Williams (Associate Pastor of Bethel Gospel Hall). Both of these meetings were unexpected and unrelated. However, ultimately, both were in regards to establishing a permanent HWOM presence in Guyana. Operation Restoration is a Christian ministry dedicated to educating youth and adults about the values of abstinence and sexual purity. Obviously, this fits with the HWOM goal of reaching those bound by homosexuality. Roger Williams is a respected Christian leader in Guyana and has been instrumental in rallying the Church to stop the further acceptance and possible legalization of homosexuality in Guyana. Brother Roger offered to be the interim person to pull everything together towards the goal of the permanent presence in Guyana. The combination of efforts of these two Godly people is encouraging and exciting.

Please join Pastor Phillip and me in praising and thanking God for all He did during our trip to Guyana. The Guyanese are heavily influenced by the United States, especially our television shows. Let us, as Christians be a light for this world and counter the influence of the world. I, personally, benefited a great deal form this trip and I know that everything that occurs is in accordance with His plan and His providence. I thank Him for the opportunity to take my light from under the bushel basket and to let it shine.

Jim McArthur

Advisory Board Member
His Way Out Ministries

From All of Us at His Way Out Ministries...

To each of you who continually bless us by your encouragement, ministry participation, monthly financial support, offerings, and prayers...we remain truly grateful. His Way Out Ministries is proclaiming to, educating, and impacting the world with the biblical truth that freedom from homosexuality is possible when Jesus Christ is Lord of your life.

Prayerfully Yours,

Pastor Phillip Lee

Executive Director
His Way Out Ministries

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Dear Friends and partners in ministry...

His Way Out Ministries remains honored to be a part of God's plan to send disciples into the world and preach the Good News to all creation (Mark 16:15). As a result of our most recent trip to Guyana, Operation Restoration (a Guyanese Christian ministry dedicated to educating youth and adults about the values of abstinence and sexual purity), is looking to HWOM to provide teaching materials, establish a mentoring program for those coming out of homosexuality, demonstrate (by example) how to facilitate support groups, and join them in stopping the possible legalization of homosexuality in Guyana. As a result, it is imperative that HWOM return to Guyana this November 2005. However, in order for HWOM to return to Guyana so soon, we need your help.

It is necessary for HWOM to raise $2,000.00 to offset the November trip expense. Frankly, I despise asking people for money. However, I appreciate knowing that our investment in Guyana is not about HWOM, but rather obeying the Great Commission and to go to all the nations (Matthew 28:19). Currently, there is not a single ex-gay ministry in the entire nation of Guyana.

The following excerpt is taken from a Guyanese pastor's letter to HWOM.

Our church is progressing and souls are being added. We are grateful for all the good things you have done for the Church. We have learned a lot from your ministry and your ministry is very effective to the people in Guyana. Pastor Lee, please be encouraged that I know God is calling HWOM to help churches in Guyana through your teachings. It is a blessing to us and I do hope churches in Guyana work fast to help homosexuals come out of this behavior. HWOM remains in our prayers. Your brother in Christ...Pastor David Smith-Persaud, Stewartville Church, Guyana, South America.

Would you please prayerfully consider sending an offering today? The need is tremendous and the timing is critical. You and I have an opportunity to reach our Guyanese brothers and sisters with the message of hope that Jesus Christ is more than able to bring healing to a person's sexual orientation.

You may make your check payable to His Way Out Ministries and note "Guyana" in the memo section. October 15, 2005 is the date that most of the money is needed.

Will you join us by sending a check today? May God richly bless you for your kindness and compassion...Pastor Phillip Lee

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When Homosexuality Hits Home - Saturday, October 8, 2005

Please join keynote speaker Joe Dallas, Sue Thomas, Carol Wagstaff, and Phillip Lee at the Evangelical Free Church in Fullerton, CA for When Homosexuality Hits Home. The conference offers workshops such as: Answering Pro-Gay Theology, Root Issues in Homosexual Development, Homosexuality and the Reality of Change, and much, much more.

Find answers to such questions as: Is the Bible relevant on the issue of same-sex relationships?, Can homosexuals really change?, What are the factors that lead to same-gender confusion?, What is the appropriate response to "I was born this way"?, Is it hard for you to talk with your gay family member?

Registration begins at 7:45am with the conference ultimately concluding with a Question and Answer session from 12:30pm to 1:00pm. Conference fee is $35.00 per person or $50.00 for married couples which includes continental breakfast, snacks and workshop materials. For more information regarding When Homosexuality Hits Home, please contact Living Stones Ministries at (626) 963-6683.

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Coming Up This Month!

October 1st - L.I.F.E. (Living in Fellowship...Even in Tough Times) Support Group.

October 8th - "When Homosexuality Hits Home" Conference in Fullerton, CA.

Due to the "When Homosexuality Hits Home" Conference, the "Time Out" support group will not be meeting on October 8th.

October 11th - His Way Out Ministries "Board of Directors" Meeting

October 22nd - "Time Out" - A discipleship support group which meets from 9am to 11am is available to men struggling with same-gender attraction.

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How You Can Help His Way Out Ministries
  • Ask your pastor to check out this website.

  • Encourage your pastor to consider hosting a seminar or inviting His Way Out Ministries to speak at your church.

  • Ask your church to consider adding His Way Out Ministries to its missions budget.

  • Add His Way Out Ministries to your prayer list.

  • Tell your friends about His Way Out Ministries and encourage them to visit this web site.

  • Give to His Way Out Ministries, either a special one-time gift or on a monthly basis.

  • Show our teaching DVD or Video: "Homosexuality and the Reality of Change" to your Sunday School class.

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Video: "Homosexuality and the Reality of Change"
Homosexuality and the Reality of Change presents a biblical perspective on the homosexual behavior with honesty and compassion. The 50 minute video contains information on: Can Homosexuals Really Change?, Will the Person Become Heterosexual?, How Long Does Change Take?, Exposing the Roots of Homosexuality, HIV and AIDS, Biblical and Scientific Evidence for Change, and much, much more.

This video is an excellent resource for teachers, churches, pastors, support group leaders, or anyone desiring a clear, comprehensive understanding of homosexuality.

The Good News of Jesus Christ and His love, acceptance, and forgiveness, His power to heal and restore has brought hope to many struggling with homosexuality. If you know someone struggling with same-gender attractions Homosexuality and the Reality of Change can help.

Videos are available on VHS or DVD at a cost of $20.00. To order your video...give us a call today.

We recently received, and watched, the video you sent us. It was excellent. We will be sharing it with other people at our church. One part that especially ministered to us was when Pastor Lee said from Philippians 1:6 that God is never going to give up His job of working in our life to conform us to the image of Christ. It helps makes sense of life's trials. Thank you for your ministry...Tom & Catherine

Preview "Homosexuality and the Reality of Change"
2min 38sec, 1.3MB, QT.mov

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IT'S ABOUT LIFE:
Food Ministry to Those Impacted by AIDS
AIDS profoundly impacts one's life whether that person has been infected by it or they are a family member or a friend of someone who has. The social stigmas, fears and especially the "aloneness" associated with AIDS makes it oppressive to live with. "IT'S ABOUT LIFE" is a crucial part of His Way Out Ministries. Because His Way Out Ministries is committed to compassionately communicating God's heart through a caring Christian community, His Way Out Ministries will be a receiving house for non-perishable food items. This will assist those with AIDS to maintain a balanced diet and good nutrition. Two major considerations in food donations for folks with AIDS are speed and ease of preparation. An appetite sometimes doesn't last long and the item has to be readily accessible and speedily prepared for the patient to be able to enjoy it.

We invite churches, companies, ministries, corporations, individuals, and the entire City of Bakersfield to join with us in caring. Offer your support by donating the below listed items.

Canned tuna Canned soups
Canned ravioli Canned pasta products, e.g.Spaghettio's
Hamburger Helper Peanut butter
Hamburger Helper Peanut butter
Jams and jellies Breakfast cereals
Breakfast bars Fruit cocktail
Canned peaches Top Ramen
Cup o' Noodle soups Canned potatoes
Canned corn Macaroni and cheese mixes
Rice 'o Roni type mixes Chili beans
Tomato paste, Tomato sauce Spaghetti sauce
Potted meats Canned stews
Instant potato mixes, e.g., scalloped Instant oatmeal variety packs
Kleenex Paper towels
Toilet paper Popsicles (not frozen)
Instant breakfast drinks Spaghetti

His Way Out Ministries is located at Brimhall Road Assembly of God. Items will be distributed in cooperation with other outreaches in our community. This is a continuous, on-going ministry. For further information, please call 661-589-4262. God Bless You for your giving.

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His Way Out Ministries Services

  • Consultations
  • Family Support Group
  • Individual Prayer Ministry
  • "Time Out" Discipleship Series
  • Ministry Support Network
  • Speakers available to address Christian groups
  • "Moving On" Advanced/Closed Support Groups
  • "It's About Life" Ministry to Those Impacted by AIDS

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Send a Donation to His Way Out

In your own church, and throughout this entire world, people are in need of God's clarity about their relationships and their sexuality. Participating in the work of H.W.O.M. is one way to acknowledge Christ's healing power for the sexually broken.

Through your financial support or volunteer involvement, you can add your voice to those who are speaking the truth of God with integrity.

His Way Out Ministries is a nonprofit, tax exempt Christian ministry associated with Exodus International.

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