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PHILADELPHIA – Repent America (RA) has learned from a law enforcement official that the U.S. Department of Justice has been using its ministry as an example of a Christian "fundamentalist hate group" because of its Biblical opposition to homosexuality during its law enforcement "mediation and conflict resolution" training classes.

On Thursday, May 24, 2007, the Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education (PASSHE), which operates 14 publicly-owned universities, manages approximately 300 police officers, and oversees over 100,000 students, hosted a mandatory class entitled "Mediation and Conflict Resolution Skills for Law Enforcement" at its central headquarters in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. The class is part of a police training series under the direction of the U.S. Department of Justice Community Relations Service, which is provided at different times to PASSHE police officers.

During this class, Timothy Johnson, Sr. Conciliation Specialist for the U.S. Department of Justice Community Relations Service, falsely characterized "Repent America" as a Christian "fundamentalist hate group" and had law enforcement officials participate in a role-playing activity to illustrate this point. Johnson directed a number of police officers to stage a campus dramatization before the class between a mock Repent America evangelism team and a group of upset homosexuals. While these officers were role-playing the two groups, another officer was instructed to “mediate the conflict” by removing the Christians, instead of affirming their constitutional rights to be on a public campus. The removal instruction was because the homosexuals were hurt and offended by the Biblical message of repentance and call to believe the Gospel of Jesus Christ. The same dramatization occurred on at least one other occasion before a previous training class.

"When I learned of what happened from a police officer who was in attendance and witnessed the dramatization, I was quite taken aback," Repent America director Michael Marcavage stated. “It is absolutely astounding that federal government officials are now openly classifying Christians who publicly speak the truth of God's Word as 'haters' and wrongfully training law enforcement to remove them from the public square for their obedience to the Great Commission. This truly is a wake up call to the church in America,” Marcavage said. "This remarkable example of government participation in anti-Christian discrimination shows just how aggressively the war is being waged against Christianity, where now our so-called Justice Department is actively working to silence God's people," he continued. "This alarming development provides even more reason why Christians should be vigorously opposing 'hate crime' laws, which seek to criminalize Christians for their thoughts and beliefs," Marcavage concluded.

Repent America has recently conducted evangelism outreaches on a number of PASSHE school campuses, including West Chester University, Kutztown University, East Stroudsburg University, and Millersville University. Last month, Kutztown University police wrongfully removed Repent America from the public campus and criminally charged two of its team members for sharing the Gospel with students during the school's participation in a nationwide "Day of Silence" event sponsored by the "Gay, Lesbian and Straight Education Network (GLSEN)." Criminal and civil actions are now pending.

In January of 2005, leading Internet news site WorldNetDaily reported that a "[U.S.] Justice Department employee, who spoke on the condition of anonymity," stated that members of the U.S. Department of Justice Civil Rights Division in October of 2004 "attended a large homosexual event in Philadelphia" and "advised police on the scene" during the arrest of eleven Christians with Repent America. These Christians, who became known as the "Philadelphia Eleven", were charged under Pennsylvania's "hate crimes" law, and faced up to 47 years in prison and $90,000 in fines each for their ministry efforts at the event. The charges were later dismissed as being without merit.

"Blessed are ye, when men shall revile you, and persecute you, and shall say all manner of evil against you falsely, for my sake." (Matthew 5:11)

PASS THE SALT BOOT CAMPS

We are grateful to announce that a new effectual door of ministry is about to open for Elijah Ministries. For a long time, we have beseeched the Lord for an opportunity to conduct one Kingdom Leadership Institute per month. It appears those prayers have been answered. Coach Dave Daubenmire (Pass the Salt Ministries), Gregory Thompson, (America, Asleep No More) and former Chief Justice Roy Moore (The Ten Commandment Judge from Alabama) have come together to establish what they are calling "Pass the Salt Boot Camps." They called to ask if they could use the KLI model as the basis of their camps. Coach said, "There is no use in re-inventing the wheel." Of course, we were thrilled to be considered a partner in this great Kingdom venture.

As a result of these communications, we have two scheduled Pass the Salt Boot Camps. The first will be in Branson, MO. from July 24th-29th and the second is scheduled for Lancaster, Ohio in the beginning of August. The one in Ohio is a football camp that will combine Biblical worldview training for young men. We are praying to tap into these young men's fierce drive on the football field and translate that drive into the Kingdom of God. We will challenge them to connect their testosterone to Biblical Christianity.

The ultimate goal is to schedule Pass the Salt Boot Camps twice a month. This will allow us to pour into young men's lives on a continual basis. These developments are the result of about ten years of prayer. Your prayers, love, and support are greatly appreciated as we press on in service to our Great King, the Lord Jesus Christ.

KINGDOM LEADERSHIP INSTITUTE

This past week we conducted our first KLI in 2007 at the beautiful Forest Glen Christian camp in Huntsville, Texas. Our opening session commenced on Sunday, May 20th and we concluded with our final charge on Saturday morning, May 26th. We met three times a day to impart Biblical worldview, history, apologetics, and principles of leadership to disciple the young people who attended. The Kingdom goal was to inspire them with a vision and mission to be leaders their generation demands.

They were encouraged not to make the same mistakes of those who have gone before them by choosing their comfort, affluence, and peace at the expense of their children's future. Our desire was to equip them to stand, speak up, and be willing to suffer, if need be, for the cause of Christ, (whether or not, they run to the roar of the enemy or the enemy roars at them).

We pointed out that previous generations of Christians, for the most part, have refused to fight the battle for the souls of men, the lives of children, and the future of America. As a result, their predecessors have bequeathed to them a terrible mess, difficult problems, and a hostile environment that seethes against Christianity. We prayerfully guided the young people to seek the Lord and to overcome these challenges through the power of the cross, the grace of God, the truth of His word, and the might of His Spirit.

The following are some testimonies of KLI candidates. More will come later. Please keep these precious young people in prayer.

“First off, all I have to say is that KLI was awesome! The first chance I get I will go back. The day starts with breakfast and then just flies from there. The messages you receive there are life changing. You not only learn about the Lord but you also get to have free time throughout the day. During free time you can either play volleyball, swim, canoe, and do so many other things. One of the things I got out of it was how to defend my faith. My greatest fear is being made a fool of because I can't defend my faith. That is not a problem any more. Granted, I will still have to study so that I can defend my faith to the point I will become the offensive player of the conversation. If there was one thing I didn't like about KLI it was that I didn't understand all of it. But that is where it is time for you to ask questions to the teacher. Don't let pride get in the way of learning about these life changing experiences. I strongly recommend KLI for anyone. For you will come away with something that will change your life and the way you think.” -Donovan Key

“I had a lot of fun meeting new friends and learning Biblical principles and how to be a strong Christian man of God, although, I realize I have a long way to go to reach the level of maturity needed to be ready for what God has in store for me. The camp was awesome, especially that fact that it’s six miles into a gigantic forest, but hey, that’s just me enjoying God’s beautiful creation. When I first got to KLI, I was a bit skeptical, but I realized after the first class that I had a serious role to play in the plan of God. The KLI is not for the faint at heart, mind you, nor is it for those who desire passivity. Do you have what it takes to become a candidate at the KLI? COME JOIN US!!!” -Matthew Carpenter

“I came to the KLI with the desire to reawaken my faith, to expand my knowledge of the Lord as it relates to what is going on in our nation. What I was looking for, I found. In just one week, I have been inspired to become a a strong and courageous Proverbs 31 woman of God and to obtain that meek and mild spirit that God highly treasures. This week became a turning point and a milestone in my walk with God. After this week, I know I’m better equipped to take on and possess that gates of our enemies and take back our nation. This by far has been the most revolutionary week in my faith.” -Charity Thomas

ABORTION/RACISM CONNECTION GROWING

Little did we know the impact our Waco event would generate. The combination of Life Dynamics, Rev. Jesse Lee Peterson, and Elijah Ministries working together has produced a new and necessary focus to end the American holocaust. Since minorities have been the target, it only makes sense to reach them, expose the racist/abortion connection, and trust God to birth them in the battle for life and for the soul of our nation.

Please consider supporting this necessary work that is intended to open the eyes of our black brethren and expose this wolf in sheep's clothing that has devoured their communities. The following is a recent report sent out by Mark Crutcher of Life Dynamics.

“A few weeks ago I wrote to you and told you how I used some of the dollars you sent to Life Dynamics to produce 10,000 of our "Klan Parenthood" pamphlets. Rusty Thomas mailed these pamphlets to homes in Waco’s black community in order to rile them up and motivate them to attend a pro-life rally where Rev. Jesse Lee Peterson would be the keynote speaker.

The shockwaves from that mailing and that event are still being felt. So much so, in fact, that black pro-life leaders have approached me and want to partner with Life Dynamics to awaken the pro-life giant now sleeping in the black community. I cannot adequately tell you what this means for our pro-life fight.”

Since this mailing, Mark has reoriented much of the focus, vision, and mission of Life Dynamics to pursue this course. Other black leaders are partnering with him to shine the light of truth in the darkness and to help awaken a people targeted for destruction. If interested, go to www.ldi.org to help. Is there not a cause?

New Website Address: www.elijahmin.com