About Us
Connect 4 Faith is a 501(c)3 registered nonprofit organization based in Alamance County, NC. Christian principles are our foundation and Christ Jesus is our reason for being. God has called us to this work and the ministries we steward. We are His body.
Connect 4 Faith is an organization passionate to see children, youth, and young adults protected from all forms of sexual abuse, to come alongside survivors during their unique healing and restoration process, and to see everyone know the personal freedom available through relationship with Christ Jesus. His truth is The Truth. When known, freedom prevails.
Connect 4 Faith Mission Basics:
"Be on your guard; stand firm in the faith; be courageous; be strong." - 1 Corinthians 16:13 (NIV)
When abuse occurs we desire to come alongside the victim to help her become a survivor with the opportunity to live life in freedom. We're working to be able to offer immediate and ongoing support throughout the healing journey, as well as connections beyond. This is a God-calling. Join us. You could help protect, even save, a life.
We're called to fill the gaps. We view needed care for trafficking survivors as having four stages to address:
1) Emergency Services - Coordinating the first 0-72 hours of care in a non-disclosed safe location to provide for immediate needs.
2) Emergency Stabilization Care - This stage of care is for up to 90 days to provide a safe space for victims to receive care, gain stability (physically, mentally, spiritually), and learn of and choose their options for long-term care or next steps.
3) Long-term Care - This is usually for up to two years for the victim to recover, become a "survivor," gain life skills, education, spiritual formation, and long-term healing and recovery.
4) Transitional Housing - A phase to support the survivor as she becomes a "thriver" and can live a life of freedom self-sufficiently. Housing is to be provided while our guest lives a "normal" life - working, paying bills, shopping, cooking, etc. The difference is this is all done with ongoing support. If the unexpected were to happen, like the loss of a job, she would not lose her home.
Connect 4 Faith was founded by Kelly Stutts, incorporated in 2012, and received 501(c)3 Nonprofit exemption status by the IRS in 2016. We believe that all God's children should be protected, valued, and loved, able to live the life they were created to live. Through prevention education and positive action we can help make this possible. Preventing all forms of sexual abuse, sharing hope, and fostering healthy relationships can all help prevent traumatic events and their effects.
We serve Alamance County, NC, surrounding areas, the region, and anywhere people will engage in these topics. Training is available in-person and online.
Connect 4 Faith is an organization passionate to see children, youth, and young adults protected from all forms of sexual abuse, to come alongside survivors during their unique healing and restoration process, and to see everyone know the personal freedom available through relationship with Christ Jesus. His truth is The Truth. When known, freedom prevails.
Connect 4 Faith Mission Basics:
- PREVENT sexual abuse in all forms through training, education, awareness, and resourcing, promoting safe, healthy environments in which children and youth can thrive personally academically, and spiritually. We provide education on child sexual abuse, sex trafficking, exploitation, and sextortion to help prevent these crimes.
- CONNECT Christ-followers, families, churches, schools, individuals and various organizations to advocate for and support the prevention and end of sexual abuse. Connect resources and like-minded service providers.
- ADVOCATE for children and abuse survivors. We advocate for their safety and well-being body, soul, and spirit in all areas and venues. Advocacy includes speaking up for improved laws and systems to protect children and provide justice for survivors.
- FREEDOM Ministry to share the love and freedom found through relationship with Christ Jesus. We are establishing facilities for counseling, mentoring, emergency housing, and long-term care.
"Be on your guard; stand firm in the faith; be courageous; be strong." - 1 Corinthians 16:13 (NIV)
When abuse occurs we desire to come alongside the victim to help her become a survivor with the opportunity to live life in freedom. We're working to be able to offer immediate and ongoing support throughout the healing journey, as well as connections beyond. This is a God-calling. Join us. You could help protect, even save, a life.
We're called to fill the gaps. We view needed care for trafficking survivors as having four stages to address:
1) Emergency Services - Coordinating the first 0-72 hours of care in a non-disclosed safe location to provide for immediate needs.
2) Emergency Stabilization Care - This stage of care is for up to 90 days to provide a safe space for victims to receive care, gain stability (physically, mentally, spiritually), and learn of and choose their options for long-term care or next steps.
3) Long-term Care - This is usually for up to two years for the victim to recover, become a "survivor," gain life skills, education, spiritual formation, and long-term healing and recovery.
4) Transitional Housing - A phase to support the survivor as she becomes a "thriver" and can live a life of freedom self-sufficiently. Housing is to be provided while our guest lives a "normal" life - working, paying bills, shopping, cooking, etc. The difference is this is all done with ongoing support. If the unexpected were to happen, like the loss of a job, she would not lose her home.
Connect 4 Faith was founded by Kelly Stutts, incorporated in 2012, and received 501(c)3 Nonprofit exemption status by the IRS in 2016. We believe that all God's children should be protected, valued, and loved, able to live the life they were created to live. Through prevention education and positive action we can help make this possible. Preventing all forms of sexual abuse, sharing hope, and fostering healthy relationships can all help prevent traumatic events and their effects.
We serve Alamance County, NC, surrounding areas, the region, and anywhere people will engage in these topics. Training is available in-person and online.
