Christ is the Way: Empowering Communities, A Better Way, Jesus Christ
Providing access to education for a brighter future
Christ is the Way: Empowering Communities, A Better Way, Jesus Christ
Providing access to education for a brighter future
Welcome to UP WITH CHRIST DOWN WITH CRIME
We are a non-profit organization dedicated to improving the lives of those in need and the development of a crime-free society. We plan to accomplish this through the aid of a very diverse Board of Directors. Our Board of Directors consist of professionals from within the local community.
About UP WITH CHRIST DOWN WITH CRIME
Our History
Founded in 2023 by Avie Ray Stokes and Sandra Loraine Stokes, affectionately referred to as Precious by her husband. Ray grew up in Reidsville, North Carolina. He had been away for over 50 years, having served in the United States Air Force over 20 years, been employed as a civilian manager in the Dallas Police Department for 5 years, and has served as Pastor of churches in Texas and Alabama. Upon his relocation back to Reidsville, he and Precious were saddened and astounded by how the downhome environment had drastically changed to a place where crime had infiltrated the community. After committing themselves to a season of prayer, the answer came by way of Precious in the forming of UP WITH CHRIST DOWN WITH CRIME, with scriptural reference in John 12:32 where JESUS CHRIST states, "And I, if I be lifted up from the earth, will draw all men unto ME." (KJV) We believe if JESUS CHRIST is lifted, HE will do as HE said HE would. HE will draw all peoples unto HIMSELF. When JESUS CHRIST draws, it is from sin, crime, or any other vice in life.
UP WITH CHRIST DOWN WITH CRIME, is a non-profit organization sanctioned and approved by the North Carolina Secretary of State's office. It is also an approved 501c3 tax-exempt organization in accordance with the guidelines and directives of the Internal Revenue Service. As a non-profit, aid and support is provided to three (3) entities: Reidsville Homeless Shelter, Rockingham Youth Development Center, and Combating Child Abductions and Human Trafficking, both sex and labor. We are pleased to say we have full approval of the Mayor of Reidsville, The Honorable Donald Gorham, the Reidsville Police Department, Chief Ray Gibson, and the Rockingham County Sheriff's Department, Sheriff Sam Page. As we gain momentum, we have broadened our influence into nearby cities of Eden, Ruffin, and Greensboro; and are rapidly expanding farther within the State and beyond.
Our Mission
Our mission is to draw the attention of the public to CHRIST'S ability to draw people away from crime and, by doing so, thus decrease crime.
It is a well-known fact that JESUS CHRIST has a transformative effect on those involved in crime. That being said, we proclaim UP WITH CHRIST DOWN WITH CRIME, because long-lasting change starts from the inside. We offer prayer and a firm commitment to galvanizing the community into a strong, fortified team toward the resolve of lifting the name of JESUS CHRIST to combat crime in society.
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A plea for Justice: Society cries out for justice in the senseless crimes committed on a daily basis. When society joins together to put an end to crime, our firm and faithful belief in CHRIST will be at the forefront of our efforts. Unity as a community can make a difference as we strive to effect positive change in the current crime rates. As we continue to lift up CHRIST, HE will draw!
Contact Us @ uwcdwc@yahoo.com
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