Welcome to The Oaks Ministry – Transitional Housing for Women

We believe that every woman can be changed by the knowledge of and a personal relationship with Jesus Christ.  The Oaks Ministry strives to show the love of Christ to women who are facing difficult times and are in a transitional state of life.  Through sharing Christ's love, we support women through Christian counseling, guidance, … Continue reading Many Hands Make Light Work

As time goes on we are realizing just how much time, energy and effort is required to manage and support a ministry like The Oaks Ministry. At the same time we get to experience God at work in many different ways and that is exciting and keeps us motivated to carry on. We have two … Continue reading As Time Goes On….

The Oaks Ministry is happy to announce that another lady has graduated from our program.  This beautiful lady came into our program homeless on a limited income and unable to support herself. During her time with us she was able to get a part-time job and save enough money to get into her own apartment.  … Continue reading Celebrate with us…..

"I was recently asked to write about my involvement in The Oaks Ministry and was surprised at my initial reaction to the request, as I write stuff all the time and very seldom have trouble coming up with something to say.  However, this time was different and at first I could not put my finger … Continue reading From The Heart of P.J. Scheese

And she shall bring forth a son and thou shalt call His name Jesus for He shall save His people from their sins. - Matthew 1:21 In the early 60's I attended Good News Club one day a week right after school let out. Good News Club was held in the home of a local … Continue reading The Gift of Salvation

I can't believe its been two months since I've updated this blog. Yes time flies!!  Scripture says that our lives are a mist, a vapor, we are here today and gone tomorrow. As I look back over the years, as I grow older I understand more fully the above description of life here on earth. … Continue reading Does Time Really Fly?

The Oaks Ministry wants to introduce to you John Wallace and Sheryl Hawk the newest members of our Board.  John is a long time member of Bethany Presbyterian Church and is excited to be part of our ministry. I often say it takes a special man to be part of a woman's ministry and John … Continue reading Two New Board Members

I had a very hard childhood and adult life.  I knew there was a God. I went to church every Sunday till my 2nd husband would not let me or the children go.  I started to forget about God till the Amish came into my life.  Yes I was working for the Amish for 15 … Continue reading A Managers Message from Oaks 2

I will always be grateful to my God and Father for guiding me to this ministry.  He has blessed this ministry so much and has brought so many wonderful people to this ministry also.  I have been so blessed to be given this opportunity as House Manager.  All of the women that have come here … Continue reading A Manager’s Message from Oaks 1

John 15 is one of my favorite chapters in the Bible.  The whole chapter is written in red, meaning the words recorded are the words of Christ. Christ knew that he would soon be leaving this world and the disciples would be left behind until his appointed time. Jesus was reminding them of things they … Continue reading Abiding in Him