To help people with life-controlling issues and initiate the discipleship process to the point where the student can function as a Christian in society; applying spiritually motivated Biblical principals to relationships in the family, local church, chosen vocation, and the community. — Better Way Ministries mission
A Better Way is one of many non-profit organizations that Rotary Club of Peachtree City supports. A Better Way Ministries was created decades ago by a dedicated team — John Barrow, Phillip Barrow, and Tony Ingram.
It all began in an old farmhouse with 5 men who volunteered to help. These founders recognized what they themselves had gone through and dedicated their lives to helping others.
A Better Way assists our friends and neighbors in true need — the men so often ignored by general society. Every family has a member who has had a tough time dealing with the vicissitudes of daily life. But it may not be something most families want to talk about.
In my own case, it was my younger brother who dropped out of Georgia Tech at age 20 to join the army and fight in Vietnam. A charismatic war hero, he came back with severe PTSD … which led to alcohol and drug abuse, which ultimately ruined the rest of his life.
The Better Ways program is not for the halfhearted. Before entering the program, the applicant must recognize that he will be in a heavily structured 18-month-long program with privileges based on progress.
A 3-phase comprehensive program with its own campus, including a sanctuary, recreational area and housing, it is a type of spiritual boot camp for men that want to be free from life-controlling issues. And that takes true dedication and hard work, starting early at 4:45 a.m., Monday through Friday.
But it takes resources to finance such a program. Better Way Ministries is a not-for-profit, 501(c) 3 organization. Funding is generated in several ways.
Better Way has one of the best and largest thrift stores I have ever seen — A Better Way Bargains, 320 Dividend Drive in Peachtree City. I have donated to them many times and bought numerous items as well.
It also has a moving company set up for both local and long-distance moves. Having used them before, I can testify to them having very friendly staff, as well as highly competitive pricing.
A move or estimate can be scheduled by calling (770)-631-6202 or visiting Movers Website. The moving office is also located at 320 Dividend Drive.
To volunteer or schedule a Better Way rally at your church, please contact Kevin Baker at kevin@abetterwayministries.com or call 770-841-6641.
To make a tax-deductible donation or schedule a pickup for the Better Way thrift store, call either the Donation line: (678)-255-6799 or the Store line: (770)-486-8711. For car donations, please contact Joe Tally at 470-363-4420.
[Note — “The opinions expressed in this editorial are those of the individual member and do not necessarily reflect the views of all members or the Rotary Club as awhole.”]
