PressPause p.s.40.10 held an informal discussion on the topic of Human Trafficking September 26, 2011. The Broken Arrow, OK IBC Bank graciously offered the use of their community room for the gathering. PressPause Chair, Sharon Braner gave a PowerPoint presentation with the help of Janet Renfro, new PressPause Board member. Fifteen women gathered (two of whom were new to Stonecroft) to hear the details of the fastest growing crime that is enslaving hundreds of thousands of men, women and children annually. Emotions surfaced as the statistics of many folks and the personal stories of a few women trapped in this modern day slavery were revealed. The group discussed child pornography, prostitution, teen Internet use, etc, and opportunities to reach out to people involved.
Jesus was presented as the source of freedom from the slavery to sin and guilt, and the power to live righteously. Those held against their will, the perpetrators of this crime, as well as we ourselves, are offered new life in Him.
The ladies left with a list of "how can I help," opened eyes, and a prayer for direction.
We agreed that it is painful but critical for us to look beyond ourselves to see others that desperately need Jesus.
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