Thank you for visiting our website. My name is James Johnson, and I serve as Youth Minister of the Maranatha Baptist Bible Church near Colonial Beach Virginia. I am married to Diana and have four children, two who are young men, James III, and Derrick, and two teenage girls Tenisha, and Tara. We live in Westmoreland County, Virginia where I am also a Graphic Designer and Signmaker by trade. To further my education in biblical studies I'm presently enrolled in Brown's Theological Seminary in Spotsylvania County, Virginia.
In 1994, I had a heavy burden to do something special with the youth of our community. Being led by the Spirit of God , we organized the Teens for Christ Youth Group, which turned out to have a very positive effect in our community for about 7 years. Since then we have now re-grouped with new staff members to organize the "Youth Mission Center", which is not only focused on teens but younger kids as well. By the power and direction of God, we are determined to help make a difference in homes, churches, schools, and our communities throughout. I strongly believe we all can take part in doing this by simply teaching, preaching and supporting the Gospel of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ without compromising with the worldly trend. I believe by having special programs and services for the youth, we can better reach them, and by taking extra time to explain the Word of God verse by verse. I also believe that teaching teens and young people on their level with visual aids, illustrations, and actual demonstrations will give them a better understanding and a clearer picture of how to live a Christian life. In utilizing these tools will help them to better comprehend exactly what the Bible says about handling peer pressure, coping with failures, overcoming fears, and how to live victorious.
Please pray for us that God will continue to bless, not only this ministry but others like it. I believe we can, together with God and our supporters, reach enough of our youth to see the difference that this community, country, and world so desperately needs. I am willing to do all I can to make that difference, so please join me if you can.
If your schedule will not allow you to take a physical part in this ministry, but you believe that this is a worth while ministry, we would greatly appreciate your support with a contribution of your choice. Thank you and may the Lord forever bless and keep you safe in His care.
If there is ever a need in your community where you feel that this ministry could be of service, please do not hesitate to call me.
Yours In Christ,
James Johnson, Jr.
P.O. Box 23 Phone: 804 224-0673
Colonial Beach, VA 22443
THE YOUTH MISSION CENTER supported by the Maranatha Baptist Bible Church has set up a Thrift Shop at 2237 Stoney Knoll near the Old Oyster House headed towards Monroe Bay Camp Grounds. Open every Friday & Saturday from 10 am - 2 pm. With men, women, children's & baby clothes, collectibles, glass & dishware, furniture & appliances. No set prices, all items can be acquired by any amount of donation, and these donations go to support the Youth Center's mission: To support our youth and to help those in need. For more information call 804.224.0673
********* Pics of items for sale coming soon **********
