John Hays
Director of Strong Life Ministries
John is from Heidelberg, MS and moved to Hickory, NC in 2006. He is a graduate of Belhaven University and Liberty University. John has been serving the homeless in Hickory, NC since 2009.
Why do you serve?
"To do the will of God and show the love of Jesus to those in greatest need. To be an advocate and voice to those who are marginalized in our community."
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Larry Williams
Day Program Coordinator
Pastor Larry Williams is a native New Yorker. He served in the United States Air Force for 21 years and is a college graduate. He is the founder, senior pastor, and general overseer of Living the Word Church. He is a husband and father of three, and has an active voice at city meetings of Newton, NC.
Why do you serve?
"I have an insatiable desire to not only see people do well but to accomplish the life's work given to them before the womb. Presenting others with the reconciliatory message of Christ and the unmerited free gift of salvation is my life's work and joy.”
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JOhN Lookadoo
House Manager of Strong Life Men's Program
John is from Hickory, NC. He served in the United States Marine Corps. John has been with Strong Life Ministries since 2023.
Why do you serve?
"Helping men transition from homelessness to being self-sufficient through a Christ centered program is an honor. We are all called to love our neighbor as ourselves. It gives me true joy to serve the men in need here at Strong Life Ministries.”
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