InAsMuch Ministry

05/20/2026

So last week Vicki and Cheryl told me we were out of underwear in the clothing bank, so I said well we need to ask God for underwear. I was not being a smart alec; I was serious. God cares about basic needs, and especially the basic needs of the poor: "Inasmuch as you have done for the least of these, you have done for the King". So we began to pray for underwear. Sunday I spoke at Life Church, and when walked in it saw the attached photo of this mound of clothes with a sign behind it that said Inasmuch. Pastor Burris walked over to me, and said all of this is for Inasmuch. Then he said, there is UNDERWEAR AND SOCKS in there; some people said they felt like they needed to buy underwear and socks. I started laughing, and he looked at me, and I said we have been praying for underwear. This is who God is; look at this pile. I have no doubt in my mind that if Jesus walked into Fort Wayne, He would head to IAM, and hang out with us in the lobby.

05/10/2026

So this past week at IAM was a little well a little busier than even normal. I have to share just a few stories. The first one, the homeless ask us every day for garbage bags and brooms to clean up. C said to me "we don't want people to think we are messy". To which I responded, you are messy! She laughed and said oh just give me a broom. Monday night, I ran home to walk my dog before coming back for Circles and IAM, and when I returned one of them said to me, "just trying to hold down the expletive fort for you MA." which still makes me laugh. But this one has really hit me hard. We had a young woman, early 20s, who was in front of the building. She was very drunk. We found out later she has an advanced cancer diagnosis. The people on the street asked me to call the police because they were afraid she was going to wander into traffic. So I did. I went down, and DeMarco was on the sidewalk with his arm around this girl praying for her. The officers had their heads bowed. I found out later she had spit on DeMarco and one of the officers prior to this prayer. DeMarco-whose first words to me 2 years ago were "there ain't no God". I get asked a lot why they want to be in front of or in our building. For 4 years I have prayed every day over this building. Pastor Yawberg told me when I came to lay my hands on the building and ask the Holy Spirit to fill the space. I have; and He has. So I know that they feel His presence; His Spirit; His love; His comfort; His Compassion. This afternoon someone asked me why they are there, and I told him this very thing. He rolled his eyes at me. I said roll your eyes all you want, but realize when you do, you are rolling your eyes at the Lord; not MA.

05/06/2026

05/03/2026

Silent auction 'A Seat at the Table' hosted online at 32auctions.

04/22/2026

04/19/2026

So Emily posted DeMarco's interview on Wane 15, but here is the rest of the Big God Story! At the end of the interview, DeMarco told the reporter that when he first came to IAM, he was "really angry". The reporter looked at DeMarco (today's DeMarco) and said no way, and looked at me. I looked at DeMarco, and we both started laughing. Holy cow was he angry! The first thing he said to me was "there ain't no God", and he didn't want to tell me his name. NOW look at this young man. He is employed; housed; a member of Broadway Christian Church; a member of Bible Study; enrolled in Circles of Allen County, and willingly prays out loud for those who need prayer. What a Big God Story this young man is!

04/09/2026

Without family nearby, he spent months moving between motels and eventually sleeping outside in Fort Wayne.

04/06/2026

We invite you to join us for a fundraising event in support of Forgotten Stones, where you'll hear the personal stories of many housed individuals. Our goal is that their stories will spark a passion within you to join us in our efforts to house even more individuals. To confirm your attendance, please use the QR code to RSVP and bring your $40 entry fee to the door.

01/31/2026

So in the past 16 months, we have found housing for 140 homeless with income. It hasn't been easy; and many times we have asked can we keep this up? But God has been faithful, and we are following His lead.
T and B. They are at IAM every day; they attend Broadway; they are part of Circles; and a year ago they were in a tent. Probably 9 months ago. We found them a boarding house, and they moved in. On Friday, they signed the lease for their very own apartment. On February 12th, Pastor Donnie Foster will marry them in the lobby of IAM.
Nobody can read this; and hear this story (there is way more) and doubt there is a God who loves us. They have worked so hard saving money; learning things they never knew; and building healthy community. We love them, and we are so so proud of them!

01/16/2026

Today is Circles last day of their January fundraiser. They take on many of our clients and help them achieve financial freedom, achieve immense goals, and gain community. They are working to raise money for their graduate incentive! Check out the Popup Store before it is too late!!

Don't miss out! Today is the last day to buy popcorn and help us reach our sales goal of $150 more. It's easy - just pick your favorite flavors from our wide selection on the popup store and get them shipped home.

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