Beauty For Ashes Ministry, Inc.
Isaiah 61:1-4
About Us
Beauty For Ashes Ministry, INC exists to empower people to live free (from abuse) through the mandates of Isaiah 61:1-4.
By reaching out a helping hand, we aim to educate, advocate and eradicate domestic violence.
Bridging the gap between the secular and the sacred.
At Beauty For Ashes Ministry, INC we provide a Biblical perspective on violence by addressing religious issues frequently raised in matters of abuse. Additionally, we provide resources and spiritual support to victims and their families. For clergy and lay leaders, we offer training through various educational venues such as workshops, seminars and conferences.
We also partner with local domestic violence agencies to ensure effective ministry to victims and their families; thus, bridging the gap between the sacred and the secular.
Leadership
Rev. Marguerite Lee....................President/Founder
Tonya Frye..................................................Treasurer
Danielle Nicholson.............................................Secretary
Pamela Pate-Franklin....................................Board Member
Minister Debora Blakney.......................................Board Member
Pastor Ekemini Ibanga.........................Board Member
Carnel Hoover..........................................Board Member
Linda Corbett...................................Board Member
Tiffany Byrd..................................................Advisor
Tony Porter......................................................Advisor
Keith Smith.....................................................Advisor
Why We Exist
1 in 4
females will be the victims of domestic violence in their lifetimes.
95%
of victims are female.
10%
of men who are murdered each year are killed by their female partners in self-defense.
50%
of the incidents of domestic violence go unreported.
3,500+
women are beaten to death each year.
50%
of American women are safer on the streets than in their own home.
Every 15 seconds
a woman is abused by an intimate partner.
1.5 million
high school students nationwide experience physical abuse from a dating partner in a single year.
70%
of college students say they have been sexually coerced.
Ages
12-18
is when violent behavior typically begins
33%
of teens in abusive relationships ever report being abused.
58%
of parents cannot correctly identify signs of abuse.
What We Do
Pamper Me Day
Each year, Beauty For Ashes Ministry, INC host a "Pamper Me Day" for residents of Charlotte Mecklenburg Battered Women's Shelter.
The women enjoy free manicures, facial and makeup application tutorials as well as massages, haircuts and glamor shots. The children enjoy age appropriate games and activities before rejoining their mothers for dinner and dessert.
By providing a safe environment for both the women and their children to be pampered and loved, we aim to show the love of Christ and remind these women of their worth.
If you are interested in supporting our next Pamper Me Day, please contact us at beaut4ashesmin@aol.com
Education
Beauty For Ashes Ministry, INC offers a variety of workshops, presentations, keynotes and trainings for the faith community and beyond. All trainings are geared towards the audience.
Topics for discussion are:
- Domestic Violence Awareness
- Domestic Violence and the Church
- Teen Dating Relationships
- Child Abuse Awareness
Curriculum
Beauty For Ashes Ministry, INC. has a curriculum specifically designed to help churches launch their own domestic violence ministry.
For more information on this curriculum and how to set up a training for your church (clergy or lay leaders), please contact us directly.
Ongoing Events
We are continually collecting items for donation to local battered women and other domestic violence and sexual assault agencies.
Resources
National
National Domestic Violence Hotline- 1.800.799.SAFE (7233) or visit online at www.thehotline.org
A CALL TO MEN - visit online at www.acalltomen.org
The Rave Project - visit online at www.theRAVEproject.org
National Teen Dating Violence Hotline - visit online at www.loveisrespect.org or call 1-866-331-9474
No More- visit online at www.nomore.org
Local
- North Carolina Coalition Against Domestic Violence - visit online at www.nccadv.org
- Police 911 (emergencies)
- Mecklenburg County CCS Prevention and Intervention Services- call at 704-336-3210
- Safe Alliance Hope Line - call at 980-771-4673
- Baitul Hemayah, Inc - call at 704-249-3790
The Purple Corner
February The Love Month
We honor two amazing events in February, National Teen Dating Violence Awareness
and Prevention and Valentine’s Day.
February is National Teen Dating Violence Awareness and Prevention Month (TDVAM). This is an issue that impacts everyone, not just teens, but their parents, teachers, friends, and communities as well. Together, we can raise the nation’s awareness about teen dating violence and promote safe, healthy relationships. This annual month-long push focuses on advocacy and education to stop dating abuse before it starts.
In this article I would like to share 5 popular dating apps that parents need to know:
1. My LOL
2. Skout
3. Yuho
4. Hot or Not
5. Meet Me.
These are 5 Apps teens use for dating that all parents should be aware of. I am sure they may be more.
Parents let your teens know they can always talk to you, a school counselor, a pastor, a coach or any adult that they can TRUST, but don’t let their boyfriend or girlfriend keep getting by with abuse because it will escalate. So parents, you want to make sure you’re engaging with your child/teen’s social media and especially those dating apps. Parents don’t be the last person to know what is going on with your children and social media.
Valentine’s Day
February is also the month we celebrate Valentine’s Day (Feb. 14th). It originated as a Christian feast day honoring one or two early Christian martyrs named Saint Valentine and, through later folk traditions, has become a significant cultural, religious, and commercial celebration of romance and love in many regions of the world.
A valentine is a sweetheart, specifically, someone who receives a greeting/gift or attention on Valentine’s Day. Sending a card is a common way to let someone know you want to be their valentine.
From Beauty For Ashes; We wish You All A Happy Valentine’s Day!!
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