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UNITE Activities
The Sentinel Group from Seattle, Washington, recently produced a new DVD entitled "The Approaching Fire." It names 50 places in the world that are experiencing Biblical Transformation. Manchester, Kentucky, is the only American city included.
Coming soon: The "Stay Sharp" program, a ministery of Teen Challenge USA, for schools and church youth groups. Stay Sharp is designed to educate, encourage and empower at-risk youth. To schedule a presentation contact Doug Abner at 606-598-8871 or communitychurch@alltel.net.
"Drug Town Miracle has World-Wide Effect" - Learn about a CBN broadcast on the transformation of Clay County from a Kentucky drug town to the "City of Hope." Click here.
Court Watch is very active. A software program developed by John Becknell is now ready and serves as a model for other coalitions. John is available for trainings.
Neighbors UNITED is working on a community beautification project specifically aimed at assisting the elderly and those who are not able to do the work themselves.
Lifeline continues to be a primary focus of coalition efforts, with special emphasis on family support. A variety of Lifeline programs are offered, including: weekly Drug and Alcohol Recovery adult and teen programs in Manchester and Horse Creek, and Concerned Persons groups in Manchester and Island Creek.
The coalition utilizes the Community Church's new local television station, LLB Creations, to keep the community informed about upcoming activities.
Three Clay County schools have a registered UNITE Club – Big Creek Elementary, Paces Creek Elementary and Clay County High.
Monday, May 19 - The Clay-Leslie-Jackson Drug Court will hold a graduation ceremony at 6 p.m. in the Clay County Justice Center in Manchester.
Friday, September 26 - A regional golf scramble to benefit Lifeline of Eastern Kentucky will be held at Wasioto Winds Golf Course in Bell County. For details contact Irene Lewis at 606-862-9630 or 606-312-1612.
Ongoing - Clay Countians UNITED gathers for a county-wide prayer meeting at 8:30 a.m. every Saturday at the Community Church of Manchester.
Recent Activities
Thursday, April 17 - A methamphetamine awareness conference was conducted in the new Manchester City Hall by Clay Countians United, Manchester City Police and Clay County Sheriff's Office. For information contact Jeff Culver at 606-598-8411x224, Kevin Johnson at 606-598-3471, Doug Abner at 606-598-8871 or Ken Bolin at 606-599-6820.
Friday, March 28 - A methamphetamine awareness training was conducted for police officers from Clay, Laurel, Jackson and Owsley counties at Manchester City Hall. Approximately 43 people were in attendance.
Tuesday, March 18 - A ribbon-cutting ceremony and open house for the Chad's Hope Center, a residential substance abuse treatment facility, was held. The center is located off U.S. 421 in the Burning Springs community. For information call 606-699-9716.
Saturday, February 23 - A regional Lifeline training was held at the Lifeline Center in Manchester. For more information call 606-598-8871 or Joe Farmer at 606-813-8020.
Thursday, February 21 - A regional Court Watch training was conducted at the Lifeline Center in Manchester. For more information call 606-598-8871 or contact John Becknell at 606-813-1661.
Thursday, January 31 - The coalition presented a new name for their coalition - Clay Countians UNITED - and discussed upcoming plans during a dinner meeting. Guest speakers included Manchester's mayor and UNITE President/CEO Karen Engle.
Monday, January 14 - UNITE Deputy Law Enforcement Director Paul Hays spoke to participants in the Clay County Drug Court.
2007 Activities
Sunday, December 2 - Third annual Clay/Jackson/Leslie Drug Court versus the WYMT News All-Stars fundraising basketball gamewas held at the Hyden Elementary School gym beside Mary Breckinridge Hospital in Leslie County. The event raised $550 for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. For details call Dana at 606-672-2437, Vicki at 606-596-0278, or Karen at 606-813-6797.
Monday, November 12 - The Clay/Jackson/Leslie Adult Drug Court program held a graduation ceremony for 13 participants.
