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Current needs !!! 
   Here you'll find a list of our current needs, they'll be listed under either "operational" or "projects". This is so you can keep up with that which we're doing to help others through this ministry. It is our goal to keep this ministry as 'transparent' as possible, preventing any undue concern about where your donations are going.
   Thank you and GOD bless,
    Rev. Marshall Barth
 
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Operational: Along with the needs below, we could use others that share in the LORD's vision for this ministry.
   JUNE 2011

    I'm leaving the above message for the purpose of others seeing a change. Due to that which I received this morning from the LORD the message from me will be different. Not the goals of the ministry, but my message to others. Up to the present, this ministry and all that I sought to do, were formed on that which I was seeing. One man striving to do a great work for the LORD. No longer, there is no way one person can preform all that the LORD has laid upon my heart. This ministry WILL BE huge, world reaching in scope and can't be done by one person alone, or limited resources. It is time for others to 'buckup' and pick up their crosses and follow the LORD!
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       With our relocation to Texas there is a vast need of everything. For in my move, by foot (75 m.) and bus, nothing could be carried but the bare essentials.  Until I've been blessed with the funds and transportation I'll not be able to return and pick up that which was left behind, both in Ohio and Mississippi. I'm currently searching the area for suitable buildings to set up temporary offices and storage space. These will only come about once we've been blessed with the funding. Much of this hasn't changed, in the almost two years I've been here, so I'll leave things as they are.

   New computer systems and backups
         (11.04.11) The ministry has recently been blessed with a donation of a new computer. An Acer Aspire. This is a quad core AMD, sporting (now) 8 G of RAM and graphics card, both thanks to donations also. When received, it came with a 22" LED/LCD monitor and thanks to another donation, a second 20" monitor has been added. Now this is a first for the ministry and it is unbelievable how much more can be done with two monitors :)))

   Please don't forget, this ministry isn't supposed to be a one man operation and there is still the need of other systems and programs to bring this ministry to life. In the future there may be over a million dollars worth of computers and servers bringing this operation together, so please keep these matters in your prayers. If the LORD leads you to assist us in these endeavors, please be obedient and follow thru on HIS leading, for in blessing the ministry, you'll be opening the doors for it to reach out to help others !!!

   Truck and trailer
        This is for transportation to and from job sites, plus material delivery. This is a pickup truck, not a semi, which will come later. At the current time I'm either walking or being given rides where I need to go. These are blessings but not the best of ways to get around. There is the current need to have personal transportation to take care of ministry and personal needs.

   Air compressor and power tools and tools
        I've been doing everything by hand and have no power tools. These could speed up our work, getting it done quicker and allowing the people to benefit from the LORD's love through us quicker. These tools, above mentioned would be awesome, but currently I've just a few tools to take care of the work that I've been doing. Most of my personal tools have been left behind in either Mississippi or Ohio, so the tool needs have greatly broadened! This list includes: battery powered tools, electric tools (saws, drills etc.), ladders, paint brushes, rollers, roller extensions, tarps and airless spray unit. I could go on, but I believe you can see we need most everything to preform a broad spectrum of task. Also, the fact that a large part of the reason for my coming here, is to set up the disaster relief center, so the equipment and the tools needed for these kinds of operations are greatly needed!!!

    Generators
        One large enough to power communications equipment and food storage areas and other operational necessities. Some smaller units for outside projects, where there is no power source available. Such as in disaster areas where the power is out and/or being repaired.
   
    Volunteers
       It is time to begin seeking those willing to help in this ministry. First of those within the general area of Kingsville and the surrounding area or those that wouldn't mind relocating to the area. We've not the housing facilities set up to house anyone yet, so this would have to be of you own doings. There are many areas that housing can be found, both in and around Kingsville. There is also a very diverse labor force in the area, so if one was looking to work a regular job along with assisting the ministry this shouldn't be much of a problem. I'd recommend doing a little online research before stepping into this. Though I came down here on 'blind faith' fully believing that the LORD would provide, which HE has, but not everyone has this kind of faith and it's best to look into these things first.

      We also have need of those familiar with graphics and could colorize and improve upon several of our logos and possibly design some fliers and other paperwork.(Dec. 19, 09)

      The ministry is also greatly in need of those that are led to be the first to sit on our Board of Directors. This ministry will be a 501.c.3 non profit organization and there is the need to begin forming it up to fit all the organizational statues. Please only those with experience inquire, this ministry is about serving CHRIST first and foremost and we need those whom are experienced and can help us to grow and maintain this point! These would be best to live in this general area or be willing to relocate.

      We are also in need of an experienced 'Grant writer' to assist in gaining the funding needed to bring this ministry and all it's branches into fruition!

    Funding capital
       This is totally in the LORD's hands!!! When first arriving in Kingsville, I was been blessed to be given housing at two host families. Then I was blessed to move into and apartment, in which I'm still living after a year or so. There are buildings, which need to be rented or purchased: for offices, warehousing, living quarters and all the other aspects of the ministry, which are many. Remember, that this is not unlike a vine, there are many branches to this ministry and all of them will soon begin to 'bud' and take shape and each will require an area for operations to take place. At the present time there are two large vacant building around town that would make perfect offices and warehouse facilities for the ministry. This as all the other needs is totally in the LORD's hands and however and whenever HE decides to provide for them, will be the time that they become parts of this living vine!!!


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 Outreach Projects
2011
Kingsville, Texas
   07.19.11 A little side step:), took a little time to install a light fixture for a widow friend today. COMPLETED

Kingsville, Texas
   07.02.11 Tuesday, work on the painting of the siding installed back in May will begin. There may be a little extra siding work to be tied up, considering I didn't do all the work (just completed that which someone else had started.) LORD willing I'll be able to provide photos as the job progresses through it's finish.

Kingsville, Texas
   06.01.11 Work has been started on replacing a roof. Currently I'm removing and preparing to replacing the fascia surrounding the roof. This in preparation for  new metal roofing(sheet goods and trim.)
    6.28.11 Most of this is done and I've only several hours work left to complete this whole project. Then it will on to the painting of the siding that was completed last month. COMPLETED
   
Kingsville, Texas
   05.02-06 Worked on exterior of house, installing siding and trimming out. COMPLETED

Kingsville, Texas
   04.26-29 Worked on finishing out a bedroom: painting; and trimmed out, including crown molding; installed laminate flooring. COMPLETED

Kingsville, Texas
   04.11-19 Worked on rebuilding a widow's front porch, which was left unfinished and shoddily done. Photos of before and after on current business page. COMPLETED

Kingsville,Texas
   10.14.10 The LORD having blessed me with an abundance of cookware and furniture, I donated a bunch to a new family in the apartment complex which were in need. Also with their having a baby due in short time, I made arrangements to collect clothing and other needs they may have. Completed(but ongoing)  

Bishop, Texas
   09.16.10 Cleared some fallen trees from recent wind damage for a widowed Christian sister. COMPLETED

Kingsville, Texas
   BAF-Kingsville Campus- Buffed floors in atrium for upcoming special weekend events. COMPLETED

Kingsville, Texas
   Started the other job up the street (at the long standing job site). COMPLETED

Kingsville, Texas
   I've been blessed to get some time in on the long standing job and almost have it completed. LORD willing another days worth of work will have the original job done. They've asked if I'd undertake another job for them, this time at their rate of pay. COMPLETED

Kingsville, Texas
   Removed and replaced A/C unit after correcting improper mounting. Trimmed out exterior and interior as should of been done originally. COMPLETED

Kingsville, Texas
   Replaced approx. 70 Ft. of chainlink fence with wood privacy fencing. COMPLETED

Kingsville, Texas
   Weedeated an elderly couples yard, inside and out of fenced in areas. COMPLETED

Kingsville, Texas- Bay Area Fellowship
   Built a sound booth for children's ministry back room. Construction of counter and drywall. Finished with tile top and shelving.
   
Kingsville, Texas
   Drywall and minor painting. COMPLETED
 
Kingsville, Texas
   Painting, caulking and general repairs which a previous contractor left without finishing.
 
 Kingsville, Texas- Bay Area Fellowship
   General construction and painting, refinished floors and patched and painted floors in sanctuary. Some of this work was paid labor to cover housing and living cost. COMPLETED
 
 
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