December Newsletter

Dear Friends,
This month has provided so many incredible blessings here at John 3:16 Ministries and John 3:16 Women’s Ministry. The Chad Rampley Medical Clinic is officially open! Thanks to all who attended the ribbon cutting and fish fry on November 12th. Our Variety Night event was a wonderful success. It was full of joy and fellowship as our residents shared their God-given talents. We were so blessed to have so many great performances and acts and we appreciate everyone who was in attendance. We’re also excited to announce that our Holiday Meats & Pies Fundraiser is still going strong! From delicious smoked turkeys and hams to homemade pies, every purchase supports the men and women here who are rebuilding their lives through Christ. Thank you for supporting and helping us change lives this holiday season.

In recent years, Dylan fell into a deep spiral, relying on Adderall and justifying it as something he needed for work. God showed him he was following the same path as family members before him.One night, after Dylan had finally had enough he cried out to the Lord alone in his room. As a blessing in disguise he was arrested the next morning. When no one answered his calls for bail money, he felt the tough love he needed. In jail he met a man named Dusty who shares the same name of Dylan’s cousin who had died by suicide-by-cop, paid his bail, got him an Uber, and even covered a hotel room. Dylan knew it was divine intervention. Soon after, he came to the ministry, where God is now restoring his life. Since being here, Dylan has discovered a realtionship with Jesus Christ. He has been a blessing to the ministry and has even served on our disaster relief team who partners with Samaritan’s Purse.

Our latest picture of the entire camp right before Variety Night!

We are incredibly grateful for the dedicated service of Erich and Erin Trautwein, who have faithfully poured into this ministry for several years. Their commitment, unity, and genuine love for the men and women here have made a lasting impact on countless lives. Whether they’re teaching, counseling, or simply leading by example, they demonstrate the strength of a Christ-centered marriage and the power of servant-hearted leadership. Their steady presence and years of experience continue to guide our residents with wisdom, encouragement, and grace. We are blessed to have them as part of our ministry family. Both of them have experienced hardship as well as blessings since coming to Christ. They are able to lean on Christ and each other during trials and show residents a different way to live.

My name is Brooke Young. I am 27 year’s old and I am from Arkansas county. I have been at the Ministry for 6 months now. Before coming to John 3:16 I was lost, broken, and with no hope for my future. Since coming to the Ministry I have gained a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. He has given me restoration in my family as well as love and peace in my heart. I now have a completely new outlook on my life. I feel truly blessed to have found Jesus at John 3:16 because I not only have hope for my future but also for my children’s future. Now I can take what I have learned here and teach my children about Jesus and how he saved my life!