A Christian Prospective on HIV/AIDS

Adullam, one of the royal cities of the Canaanites (Josh. 12:15; 15:35) stood on the old Roman road in the valley of Elah, which was the scene of David's memorable victory over Goliath (1 Sam. 17:2). Called “the glory of Israel”(Micah 1:15), Adullam was one of the towns Rehoboam fortified against Egypt (2 Chr. 11:7).

The Cave of Adullam has been discovered about 2 miles south of the scene of David's triumph, and about 13 miles west from Bethlehem. Nestled amidst numerous caverns some 500 feet high David gathered together "every one that was in distress, and every one that was in debt, and every one that was discontented" (1 Sam. 22:2). Some of these caverns are large enough to hold 200 or 300 men.

Much like the spirit of David, Word Of God wants to provide a place of refuge for those impacted by HIV/AIDS within our community. We are dedicated to creating an atmosphere where individuals and families affected by or infected with HIV/AIDS will find love, hope and healing.

In an effort to prevent the spread of HIV/AIDS Adullam’s Place will serve the community and church body by providing educational programs, support groups, spiritual counsel, discipleship, and support for those infected with HIV/AIDS.

VISION

The vision for Adullam’s Place is to:

• Establish an on-going 16 week support group divided into 8 incremental sessions and interim (affected Participants)small groups called the Lifelines

• Support Network

• Offer Vision Hour/Training classes, monthly seminars and workshops

• Develop a network of supporting churches, organizations, and community referral database

• Develop a youth sexuality and abstinence discipleship program

• Establish a confidential crisis hotline

• Reach out to Southeast communities

• Partner with Word of God in participating in domestic and foreign shortterm missions projects about Adullams Place

WHO CAN ATTEND

Participants of Adullam’s Place may be any of the following:

• Sunday Vision Hour attendees

• Affected family members or friends

• Infected Person diagnosed with HIV/AIDS

• Individuals referred to WOG by other churches or organizations

• Teenagers and young adults (14+) (Teens are welcome to attend until a youth component is available.)

 

REGISTRATION

Registration is required prior to attending. Families and individuals MUST be willing to participant in an informal interview or information session with ministry care leaders prior to attending. The affected group is an in open discussion format bi-weekly. The infected support group “Lifelines” is
confidential and closed. This group will meet on specific dates. Participants must show evidence of being diagnosed with HIV/AIDS.