Friday, October 14, 2011

Redeemed Ministries

Did you know?

Houston is the most trafficked city in the US?  

Although, yes…Houston has lots of traffic, Im not talking about cars.


 Human trafficking is a form of modern-day slavery where people profit from the control and exploitation of others. Sex trafficking occurs when people are forced or coerced into the commercial sex trade against their will.  Child sex trafficking includes any child involved in commercial sex. 

There are more people living in slavery today, than any other time in history.



The reality is, there are thousands of women living in brothels, right in our own backyard. These brothels face as massage parlours, modelling studios, tea rooms, and even nail salons.

I first learned about Human Trafficking while I was in Ethiopia. After returning, I began researching, and discovered there were 7 brothels within 10 miles from my suburban home.

I did some research and found an incredible ministry to partner with;

Redeemed Ministries serves to:

EDUCATE people - Raise awareness of the existence of modern day slavery.
SEEK victims - Enter into the places of slavery to identify the enslaved.
BUILD relationships - Foster cooperation between legislators, law enforcement, service providers, etc.
IDENTIFY resources - Facilitate and advocate on behalf of victims to receive aftercare.
REDEEM hearts - Restore honor, worth, and reputation.

For about 3 years I have been volunteering with Redeemed, and currently serve as a coordinator for outreach. My eyes have been opened, and heart pierced.

These women are modern day slaves and have no voice. They are trapped in horrifiying situations. Held against thier will and in fear of their lives, they have become hopeless. Having no freedom, their cries for justice have been silenced. The pain of their circumstance has gone largely unnoticed, hidden. Their enslavement continues as the world around them conducts business as usual. Justice has been stolen from them. These women are hidden from the spotlight, but they are not forgotten. In order to be set free they need someone to fight for them. Someone needs to stand up for what's right. They need a voice.


Will you be a voice?



If you would like more information, please check out the website:
Redeemed Ministries

You can also leave a comment, or Email me.

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