Shane Norwood –
“My name is Shane Norwood, and I reside in beautiful, sunny (usually) Southern California, U.S.A. As a citizen of the United States I am blessed with the freedom to worship freely, but California presents unique challenges to those involved in ministry. California is home to the “Hollywood” culture, where Jesus Christ and those who believe in Him are mocked and ridiculed. Additionally, California is a very liberal state politically and socially. Our political leaders are strong supporters of same-sex marriage as well as other forms of immorality. Being against their agenda labels believers as bigots, intolerant, and “behind the times.” Obviously, this presents a tremendous challenge to Christian leaders and lay people alike.
“I came to know the Lord when I was 12 years of age while attending a Christian summer camp. The 10 plus years following my conversion were filled with confusion and frustration with my family church. Being very legalistic, they taught a doctrine that was not consistent with biblical teachings. Sadly, their misunderstanding of biblical interpretation caused me to drift away from church and my fellowship with God. It wasn’t until I became a police officer and met our police department chaplain that I received answers to all the questions I had about the teachings of my former church. I learned that the key to the Christian life is having a close, personal relationship with Jesus. He taught me that we honor Christ not only through actions which are pleasing to Him, but also through having a Father/child relationship with Him. That was the awakening I needed.
“As a result, my ministry dream is to become a police chaplain and eventually, God willing, a pastor. I have nearly 15 years of law enforcement experience and have lived the nightmares that face many officers. I have witnessed, first hand, officers and the citizens we serve enduring the tragic death of loved ones through suicide or murder. I have seen children suffering from sexual, emotional, and physical abuse. I have seen homes terrorized by alcohol abuse and domestic violence. I’ve seen lives destroy by addiction to drugs. I’ve witnessed teenagers pressured to join gangs and commit acts of violence in order to gain acceptance, and many other unspeakable evils. I am confident, through the power of Jesus Christ, that I can use my position to make a difference in the lives of those I come in contact with in the course of duty.”
Shane Norwood gets a Scholarship
“It goes without saying just how much a scholarship to CLI would mean to me. It would enable me to gain the knowledge and understanding needed to effectively witness. It would allow me to minister to and provide biblical insight into the trials and tragedies faced by those I serve. A scholarship provides the donor with a unique opportunity to have a direct impact on the lives of my brothers and sisters in law enforcement. Police officers are unique in the sense that they often do not admit emotional, spiritual, or physical weakness. Ministry training would enable me to reach out to law enforcement officers. It would also allow me to offer them godly advice and counsel on the unique, private issues that often negatively affect them. Additionally, it would allow me to gain wisdom and knowledge that will enable me to better serve the community in my capacity as a law enforcement officer.
“I ask that you pray for all law enforcement officers around the world. Pray that God sends His angels to guard them from harm. Nearly every single day, a law enforcement officer in the United States gives the ultimate sacrifice during his or her service to their individual communities. Last, I especially ask that you pray for the people we as law enforcement officers serve. Pray for Christ’s intervention in the prevention of crime; ask Him to bring broken families back together, and, most importantly, pray for His protection over the innocent children who often have no one they can trust for guidance and love.”
Shane Norwood is a police officer who sees a brutal world, but Shane Norwood is also more than that. He is a Christian police officer who sees a brutal world that needs the love of Christ more than ever. Even more, Shane Norwood sees his position as a means to bring that message to them, and he has chosen to pursue his calling by attending Christian Leaders Institute. With a scholarship to Christian Leaders institute, Shane Norwood will have a unique opportunity to reach people for Christ who others will never encounter.
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George Genga –
“Hi. i am George Genga, a Kenyan living in the eastlands part of Nairobi. I am 38 years old and am currently pastoring a young church with 15 members in Kayole estate. Doing ministry in very low income areas is a challenge, but I thank God for his grace that is always sufficient and the joy that comes from working in Gods vineyard.I received Jesus in year 2000, when I accompanied a friend to their church. It was a time when I was jobless and desperate in life. Thank God! He has been faithful ever since I called on his name.
“Since I lost both my parent when I was still very young, I can relate to many young people who have no mentors in life. My dream is to help people in my local area to come to themselves in Christ and to help them better their lives through fellowship with Christ.”
George Genga Receives a Scholarship
“A scholarship at CLI will largely improve my bible knowledge and leadership ability. My prayer request for my ministry is for God to always give me wisdom and more grace to carry me through in this journey of faith”
George Genga is a man with a mission! He grew up in the poor regions of Kenya and for most of his life had no parents to guide him. Now George Genga wants to make a difference for God. He wants to go to the youth who, like him, lost their parents at an early age. George Genga sees Christian Leaders Institute as the medium through which this ministry dream can become a reality. Imagine the impact this servant of God will have in the furthering of the kingdom of our Lord!
There are thousands out there like George Genga, and now you can help them. A monthly donation of as little as $3/month can be used by God to bring the dreams of these called leaders to fruition. Think how much of a blessing even such a small donation can be to thousands of people throughout the world who could never afford a traditional seminary.
Charlotte Egyir Johnson –
“I am a Ghanaian living in Ghana. Ministry in Ghana is very difficult because many people are poor and are using any means they can find to survive. Many keep on wallowing in sin because of this poverty and lack of evangelizing.
“I was born into a christian home, so church going was a ritual. I attended church through out my childhood without accepting Christ. I thought attending church was just a routine, so every Sunday I was there. Then I would go home and do my own thing. But one day I had an encounter with Christ Jesus. I attended a Crusade, and the man of God preached about Cornelius in Acts. I listened to the evangelist, and I felt within my heart that I was exactly like that man. The man of God made an Alter Call, and I rushed forward. I accepted Jesus into my life, and my life had never been the same since. That was in 1996.
“My dream is to reach the young for Jesus. If a child or teenager accepts Jesus, it is likely by the grace of the Almighty God that He/She will remain in faith forever and serve God at his/her youthful stage as in Ecclesiastes 12.”
Charlotte Egyir Johnson gets a Scholarship
“When I receive this scholarship, it will help me receive quality training from CLI. I need this because it will enable me fulfill my dream of reaching the young for Christ Jesus.
“Please ask God to make me prosperous so that I can be a blessing to many through giving of gifts and charity, especially in my country and the needy throughout the world.”
Charlotte Egyir Johnson Has a dream. She lives in Ghana, where she sees people every day who are without hope. Charlotte Egyir Johnson sees thousands who will never enjoy some of the simple amenities that are commonplace in much of the world. Even worse, they are without the eternal hope of Christ in their life.
Charlotte Egyir Johnson wants to change that. She dreams of bringing the good news of Jesus Christ to the people who have great need of the hope found in His name. You can help Charlotte Egyir Johnson realize her dream and her calling. A simple donation can give Charlotte Egyir Johnson and others like her the keys to open the door to their ministry.