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“Red Bird Mission” Beverly, Kentucky

Discover the inspiring history and impactful work of Red Bird Mission in Kentucky. Established in 1913 through prayer, it has served the community with education, health services, and economic development. Experience the story of faith, resilience, and empowerment amidst challenges, as seen in the mission's journey from its early days to becoming a pivotal resource in Appalachia.

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“Red Bird Mission” Beverly, Kentucky

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  1. “Red Bird Mission”Beverly, Kentucky Philippians 4:6-7 Bishop Peggy A. Johnson August 11-17, 2019

  2. Philippians 4:6-7 Don’t worry about anything; instead, pray about everything. Tell God what you need and thank him for all he has done. Then you will experience God’s peace, which exceeds anything we can understand. His peace will guard your hearts and minds as you live in Christ Jesus.

  3. AppalacHiais a land of great poverty, isolation and unemployment

  4. Red Bird Mission began because of prayer • 1913 - the women of KY prayed that God would send help • 1919 – the Women’s Missionary Society requested that the church send a ministry to KY • 1921 – An education and evangelism program began with Zelphia Roberts as a teacher in a one-room classroom and Rev. J.J. DeWall was sent as their first pastor

  5. This is land of great poverty due to coal mining abuses of the people and the land through the years

  6. People continued to pray • 1922 – The first nurse arrived and started a clinic • 1926 – The first doctor arrived • 1928 – The first hospital was built • 1959 – The first medical center was built • 1960 – The first clinic was built

  7. People prayed and God sent pastors to start churches • Red Bird Missionary Conference was formed • 22 churches are in the area • There is a local pastors training school

  8. Through the years people continue to pray and there are many services: education • Red Bird Boarding School • GED Classes • Teacher training programs • Summer camps

  9. Health Services • Clinic and lab/X-ray services • Health and nutrition education • Dental program • Hearing Aid program • Services for the Elderly

  10. Economic development and services • Gardening and farming program • Food pantry and emergency needs • Thrift store • Crafting • House repair training

  11. Work Teams come from around the country to fix homes and build relationships

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