M28 Ministry, a faith-based nonprofit in Central Pennsylvania dedicated to assisting those in recovery from substance use disorders, will host internationally bestselling author Damon West as the keynote speaker for its annual fundraising banquet. The event, to be held Oct. 12 at West Shore Country Club, raises money to support M28 projects including a food pantry, life coaching, ...Read More

‘I Am One Of God’s Children, And I Matter:’ Patrick Lamey’s M28 Story After a string of bad events in Patrick’s life, he spiraled. Homeless for three years, Patrick found himself living in abandoned houses and tents. He prayed to many different idols and “gods,” not knowing what or whom to believe in. He had ...Read More

‘We’re So Proud of Him:’ Rigoberto Ramos’ M28 Story It’s become a ritual of sorts, something that connects both men no matter what else is going on in their lives. Every morning without fail for the past three years, Rigoberto Ramos texts Pastor Jim a short note of encouragement. “It is usually something he found ...Read More

On October 6, 2022, M28 ministry supporters and friends will gather at The West Shore Country Club for our for a night of food, fellowship, and fundraising as we swing for the fences to support individuals in need throughout Central Pennsylvania! This special gala dinner features special guest, eight-time All Star, Darryl Strawberry as our ...Read More

In 2011, Pastor Jim started M28 Ministry, and during this time, he began looking for places where he could meet people who were interested in their spirituality and wanted to explore how God could help them in their lives. He reached out to Daystar Center for Recovery and connected with two men in their program. ...Read More

It’s not every day that you hear of a Christian organization partnering with a Jewish organization to help Muslim refugees, but that is exactly what is happening now in central Pennsylvania. Between January 2 and February 15, 2022, the largest resettlement effort for Afghan refugees in the United States (90,000+) will take place. After undergoing ...Read More

Happy Holidays from M28! As 2021 nears its end, we are looking back at all we have accomplished and thanking God for all of the encouragement we have received! One thing that stands out is the amazing support we have been given by so many individuals and businesses across central Pennsylvania. Since our doors opened ...Read More

On October 28, 2021, M28 ministry supporters and friends will gather at The Country Club of Harrisburg for our first-ever fundraiser dinner for a night of food, fellowship, and fundraising as we celebrate our 10th anniversary! For $50 per person, guests will receive a delicious meal, hear inspiring stories from those we have helped over ...Read More

I’m going to say things that have been said before by many others.  You will not find anything new here.  It may sound different than what may be expected from someone like me but it still needs to be said.  Again and again.  I guess. Jesus’ calling of the 12 disciples was never a simple ...Read More

“I like this place,” Jimmy M. said as we drove back to Daystar on the uneven, craggy pavement from Little Amps. “I feel like it’s a place I can grow, plant some roots, and change my life. It’s different from Bloomsburg.” “How so?” I asked. “Something about that place. It’s where I learned to shoot ...Read More