You Are Beautiful

In the ugliness of abuse the after-effects are long-lasting.  They are like the searing sting of a branding.  ACE seeks to rewrite that damage with a new future--something beautiful.

I found this video to be profoundly beautiful.  Enjoy this brief video.  Maybe it can bring healing to a seared spot in your heart.



Humbly,
Jason and Melissa Culver

Dinner 2011 Update

Our first ever ACE Overcomers Fundraiser Dinner was a huge success.  Thank you to everyone who came, everyone who volunteered, everyone who donated something.  We could not have put this together without you.  The food was wonderful, the conversation was excellent, the presentation was profound, the testimonies were amazing.  The whole event was just plain spectacular.  Thank you, again.  I will leave you with just a few images of the event:

Because of His love,
Jason and Melissa Culver

CDC - ACE Study

In the link below (the image) you can find the ACE Study located on the Center for Disease Control website. Using the links to the left (in the blue area) you can maneuver through the data, the statistics, the demographics, and more.

The bible study that we facilitate was developed after these findings were discovered.

Humbly,
Jason and Melissa Culver
Google Search Terms: ACE Study, Center for Disease Control, ACE Overcomers

Local Studies

Here is the two-sided brochure announcing a new bible study at First Baptist Church of Merced.  If you or someone you know would benefit from attending this study, please share this link with them.  This study meets during the first hour of worship at 9:00am.  If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Jason or Melissa (contact information).

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More local studies are starting soon.  Check back for more times and dates.

Rejoicing in His abundant grace,
Jason and Melissa Culver

Posters 2011

Here are the posters for the up-coming banquet/dinner.  When you see one around town, pause and tell someone about ACE.  Get the word out.  Let others know what ACE is about.

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Humbly,
Jason and Melissa Culver
Google Search Terms: ACE Overcomers, fundraiser dinner, posters

ACE Promo Video 2011

Here is a quick video that showcases the vision for ACE.


Leave a comment.  Let us know what you think.

Joyfully,
Jason and Melissa Culver
Google Search Terms: promo video, ACE Overcomers, child abuse prevention, ministry vision, Bible study, discipleship, counseling, missions work, local, missions

Radio program features ACE Overcomers

I was interviewed on VoiceAmerica Radio. The program was a 1 hour interview that covers the essence of the ACE Overcomers program. Find it here:

ACE Overcomer Fundraiser Banquet

Please save the date for the ACE Overcomers Fundraiser Dinner 2011. Here are the details:

DATE: Thursday, October 20, 2011
TIME: Doors open at 6:00pm
LOCATION: First Baptist Church of Merced, 500 Buena Vista Dr., Merced, (209) 383-PRAY
TICKETS: Just $25.00/ea. Contact Jason (below) to purchase tickets.
DETAILS: Silent auction, ministry vision, and dinner
CONTACT: Jason Culver (209) 777-9182

If you would like to be a part of the prayer team, pass out posters to local business, be a part of the set up team, or help where you are gifted, please contact Jason or Melissa Culver. Or, if you have something to donate for the silent auction, please let us know. We are actively taking donations at this time.

The blueprint of a child's life begins at home.

Children do not come with an understanding of who they are, how they should behave, or what is their potential. A child looks to parents and adults to tell them who they are. If a parent tells a child, "You are a bad kid. You never listen to me." That parent has just provided a blueprint for their child's behavior.

Speak positive, encouraging words to your children. Tell them they are loved. Tell them you are proud of them. Tell them you you are confident in their abilities. Proverbs 18:21 Death and life are in the power of the tongue.

Overcoming Addiction

ACE Overcomers Foundational Truths for Overcoming Addiction

1.I recognize the destructive nature of addiction to my mental, physical, spiritual well-being and the damage it brings to my family and loved ones.

2.I realize that the major factor underlying addiction is my reaction to the adverse childhood experiences of life.

3.I realize that addiction is not a brain disease, nor is it caused by chemical imbalances or genetics, it is the result of a series of decisions based on false perceptions.

4.I realize that seeking chemical relief from past abuse is futile. Using illicit drugs just will not work.

5.I realize that addiction is not due to the molecular structure of the drug, but my attempts to cope with the stress of past abuse and current self-image.

6.I realize that a right relationship with God is my only source for the power to overcome.

7.I take responsibility to overcome starting today.
Copyright ACE Overcomers, 2009