38 - Ephesians - 10/29/2023 - One In Christ: A Modern Day Ephesians Story

Colonial Presbyterian Church

On Sunday we had the opportunity to witness One In Christ. Meghan Connors and Neil Getzlow have overcome their past lives through God’s unlimited grace and unconditional love, and now minister to others.

Meghan has educated law enforcement, healthcare workers, probation & parole employees, court advocates, direct support advocates, and others about how to identify, understand, and respond to human trafficking from her unique vantage. She’s received awards for her work and achievements, a scholarship was established in her name, and she is the first recipient of the "Meghan Connors, Be the One" Award.

“You can all be involved and do something with what your gifting is, we just want you to learn more about what trafficking actually looks like, because it’s not the same as what you see on social media and in movies, and then figure out how you can get involved in the KC area.” -Meghan Connors

Neil’s world was shaken up by God when he was blackmailed by a prostitute on a business trip. This ultimately led Neil to unmask all of his sexual sins to God and to his wife, Amy. Thanks to Jesus, Neil and Amy rebuilt their marriage, putting God in the center. Now, three years later Neil is a speaker and author of a book. Neil and Amy want to share their story, helping people who might have the same struggles.

“We’ve got to help men turn the finger of blame from ‘Out in the world and whatever’s causing that brokenness’ to pointing the finger back at themselves, so they can begin to heal and figure out what in their heart is creating that. To be able to get past that addiction or whatever it may be, that starts with this Body/the Church.” -Neil Getzlow

LEARN MORE ABOUT TRAFFICKING PREVENTION:

• NeilGetzlow.com
• Blue Project: dhs.gov/bluecampaign
• Epik Project: https://www.epikproject.org/

SUPPORT FOR SURVIVORS & VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES:

• Freedom's Bridge (Colonial Ministry to assist rescued trafficked survivors)

Missions Director, Randall Leonard - [e-mail] or 816-501-3040

Joy Marie Chamberland - [e-mail]

• Rehope.org- Provides housing, treatment, and lifelong sustaining services
• for women and children of human trafficking.
• ValueUnconditional.org- Provides advocacy, education, and restoration.
• Colonial pastors have created a list of Christian counselors. If you or someone you know is in need of support with past trauma or is currently struggling with mental health

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