The West Blvd Ministry Stars Academy finished off a very full Tuesday with the Hornets vs Wizards game. We were blessed to watch from the Novant Suite, compliments of our friends the Slattery’s. First class experience & created memories that we will cherish forever.
West Blvd Ministry would like to thank our friends at Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department Westover Division, Walmart Wilkinson and Kingdom Demolition (Thomas & Tanner Keith Girdwood) for making the 3rd Annual Blue Christmas a special day. Today, our WBM Stars Academy teamed up with a CMPD Officer to shop for some special gifts for their families. Merry Christmas! Our Savior is Born. Isaiah 7:14
God’s Divine Appointment….About 8 weeks ago Raine & I were in Blowing Rock for the weekend and headed over to Boone to take care of a few things. On King Street we met The Kingdom Seekers, a local Gospel & Appalachia music group, who play to raise financial resources to bless Cove Creek & Mable Elementary Schools for Christmas.There is a different type of poverty throughout Appalachia. Resources and organizations that are available to serve are few and far between. West Blvd Ministry made a commitment on Saturday, October 18th to support their efforts. Today was the anointed & appointed day to fulfill God’s plan. What a beautiful morning shopping, sharing stories and in prayer. We heard stories of 4 children who just lost their Father or siblings who had to share one toothbrush. We were so encouraged by today that we were already talking about what next year could look like. West Blvd Ministry is forever grateful that God provides us the freedom to live the gospel of Jesus Christ out each and every day.
West Blvd Ministry would like to thank our friends at Speedway Children’s Charities for selecting us as a grant recipient for 2025. We had an amazing evening at Charlotte Motor Speedway with all of the other 94 non profits that were blessed by SCC. Definitely a night to remember and we look forward to walking with SCC in 2026. Merry Christmas, our Savior is Born!
The West Blvd Ministry Stars Academy would like to thank our friends at Top Golf for an incredible evening of golf & fellowship. The young men were very well behaved and I believe we found a few new golfers. We’re all about exposing our young men with new experiences and challenges, walking each step of the way with them.
West Blvd Ministry’s still leaning into the families within Swannanoa, NC. There are still many families without homes and were committed to do our part to restore the home of the Ward Family. Today we laid the vinyl flooring throughout the home after installing the subfloor this summer. Looking forward to working with Valley Hope Church to bring this project to completion.
West Blvd Ministry’s honored to support our friends at Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department. Today we unveiled the plaque officially naming thr Burnette & Nobles Court at CMPD Westover Division. Thank you West Blvd Ministry family that gives us the freedom to create opportunities to encourage and acknowledge the sacrifices of our brothers and sisters at CMPD with dignity and purpose.
So JESUS showed up today! I scheduled a walk in appointment at OrthoCarolina this afternoon for another cortisone shot for my right knee. Upon leaving Ortho/Randolph I noticed a young man sitting with his mom. As I walked by them and approached the door, I internally heard Jesus tell my heart to turn around. I did and my life has changed for the better. I had the honor to meet Marley, 11 years old, and Shauna his Mom. Marley suffers from Epidermolysis Bullosa, the Butterfly disease. I knelt down and asked him if he could go anywhere in the world where would he go? God gave me that question. Marley loves Transformers and said Universal. I said DONE in the name of Jesus! We will start planning Marley, his parents and 2 siblings trip to University Studios in Orlando in the upcoming days with West Blvd Ministry covering the costs. Afterwards, I prayed with Marley & Shauna, then Marley asked if he could pray for my knee. I broke down as he thanked God for bringing him an Angel today. His sweet voice covered me with the Holy Spirit. We never know what could & will happen if we listen to God’s call on our heart. It wasn’t about my knee today, it was ALL about my new friend Marley. To God alone be all the glory, now and forever!
Please go follow Marley’s Instagram page, @marleyslight, and let’s flood his posts with love, encouragement, and prayer — all in the mighty name of Jesus.
West Blvd Ministry blessed to have the opportunity to attend the Dolphins vs Panthers game today. It was the 1st NFL game, in person, for each of our young men. We are always looking to provide our Stars with new experiences that create lifelong memories. Love is a verb at West Blvd Ministry.
West Blvd Ministry Stars Academy would like to thank our friends at The South End Shuffle 5k & Mile Run for blessing us today. We’ve trained for weeks in preparation for today’s 1 Mile Run and had 4 of our young men in the Top 15 & everyone who competed WON today. This was our 4th year participating and being a beneficiary of the race. Thank you to all the a sponsors, Ron Skufca and Silvia Cardoso Skufca for a 1st class event.
The West Blvd Ministry Stars Academy would like to thank former Tulane, Duke University and new Charlotte Hornet Sion James for taking the time to spend the afternoon with us. Sion is an incredible young man with a bright future ahead. He spoke of the importance of faith, family, education, hard work and perseverance. Just another example of how God orchestrates relationships to positively impact our young men at West Blvd Ministry. Thank you Sion!
West Blvd Ministry, Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department, Starbucks & Southwire came together for a Back To School event for the West Blvd Ministry Stars Academy at CMPD Westover Division. It’s so encouraging to work together to lift up families throughout the West Blvd corridor. We build bridges through intentional relationships that produces a harvest that will impact generations to come.
West Blvd Ministry Stars Academy would like to thank all of our friends that made back to school shopping a reality. Our Stars had so much fun picking out new outfits for the upcoming school year. Looking good, feeling good and excited to have the best year ever. To God be the glory!
West Blvd Ministry’s 3rd Annual Beach Trip to Surfside Beach was a week to remember. For the third year in a row, we stayed in the same house, creating intentional memories that will last a lifetime. This year, 13 young men from WBM made the trip, and we are so grateful for the friends and supporters who made it possible. May the Lord our God continue to cover us with His blessing, protection, and provision.
We kicked things off with four hours at the beach before heading to Big Air for an afternoon of fun, followed by pool time, golf cart rides, and a catered dinner back at the house. Day 2 wrapped up with an impromptu talent show, and congratulations went to Isaiah for being named MVP.
The next day, the guys got after it again with a full schedule—basketball, football, boogie boarding, a banana boat ride, go-karts, roller skating, laser tag, swimming, and even WBM’s 1st Annual Spelling Bee Competition. Congrats to CJ for winning the Spelling Bee and to Jeven for earning Day 3 MVP.
On our final full day together, we started with putt-putt at Shipwreck Island Adventure, then enjoyed swimming and lunch back at the house. From there, we explored Hudson’s Flea Market, shopped at JAWS Beach Store, and ended the night with catered BBQ. Messiah earned Day 4 MVP, while Isaiah took home MVP for the entire week. We closed out the trip at the Garden City Pier and Pavilion Arcade, making the most of every moment.
Thank you, Jesus, for blessing this trip and allowing West Blvd Ministry to live it to the fullest!
West Blvd Ministry & SteelFab, Inc. sponsored the 2025 West Charlotte High School Football team luncheon at Gracie’s House/West Blvd Ministry today. We came together for fellowship, good food and alot of fun whether it was in the pool or on the court. It gave us all an opportunity to celebrate last years 3A NC State Championship and to look forward to the upcoming season ranked #1 in NC. Best Impressions catered today’s event and the food & service was spectacular as always. #fordboyz #wbm #dubc
Now that was a FULL Tuesday at West Blvd Ministry. We had 6 WBM Stars in the pool today, then we went as a group to Hive Fitness for a Cardio Hardio workout with Coach Bryson, then we returned to Gracie’s House for football & basketball games with our friends from queens_mbb, Queens University Mens Basketball Team. Forever grateful for Hive Fitness and Queens Cocah Grant Leonard for embracing West Blvd Ministry.
The West Blvd Ministry Stars Academy arrived at Camp Thunderbird at Lake Wylie for a weeklong adventure, marking our second year of sending some of our Stars to camp. This year, we were excited to include one of our Star’s little sister. It was a blessing to provide a group of children from inner-city Charlotte a safe place to make memories and moments that will last a lifetime. We are grateful for the incredible work and preparation that the Camp Thunderbird team put in to turn our experience into a memory that will last forever. There were a lot of tears and long goodbyes as the week came to an end, a testament to the love and care the team at Thunderbird showed our Stars. This life-changing experience, along with others, was made possible through your generosity and by walking alongside us at West Blvd Ministry.
The West Blvd Ministry Stars landed in the NC mountains for their first-ever trip! We kicked off the weekend with a day full of fellowship, fun, and memory-making at Tweetsie Railroad, soaking up everything it had to offer. On Saturday afternoon, we made it up to Grandfather Mountain, spending time in a peaceful and serene place of natural beauty. Later, we enjoyed an afternoon walk around Bass Lake and had a relaxing time, grateful to have been one with God and nature in such a beautiful setting. It was special to share these places that had meant so much to us while watching these four young men experience the mountains for the first time. We were grateful for our WBM team who made opportunities like this possible.
wbmstars #blowingrocktrip2025
God showed up & showed out in Swannanoa, NC on Saturday. West Blvd Ministry, Valley Hope Church & Adventures Relief teamed up to start the transformation process for the Ward Family home. We worked hard all day laying insulation & the subfloor. Forever grateful for all of the WBM Team who selflessly made the trip. More service opportunities will be available on this special project and others. We’ve NOT forgotten about our brothers & sisters in Western, NC. To God be the glory!
The West Blvd Ministry Stars Academy would like to thank our friends at Charlotte Running Company- Dilworth for blessing us. Tonight we visited the store for fellowship, food, encouraging & challenging message and a NEW pair of running shoes. We will wear the shoes when we train for the South End Shuffle 5k & Mile Run in September.
WOW!! Thank you My Farm Camps for having the West Blvd Ministry Stars Academy out for another memorable afternoon. Today marked our 3rd trip to this slice of heaven just a few miles from West Blvd but might as well have been a million miles away. 8 of our young men rode a horse for the 1st time. Another milestone, all to the glory of God. Expanding hearts & minds!
Who would have ever imagined West Blvd Ministry standing in The White House? But here we are! By God’s provision and direction—and the friendship and support of so many—this week’s adventure became a reality. Life-changing memories and moments were made that we’ll carry with us forever.
It’s a long way from West Blvd., but now it’s our responsibility to open our hearts and minds and turn this shared experience into action. And the blessings just keep flowing!
Today, we were treated to a private tour of The Capitol thanks to the office of NC Congressman Pat Harrigan, followed by an unforgettable trip to the Spy Museum. Grateful for the sunshine, the fellowship, and every moment along the way.
#wbmstars #whitehouse #capitolhill #grateful
What an unforgettable start to our time in our Nation’s Capital! Day one at the Smithsonian’s Natural History and walking around the National Mall left us in awe. Day two kept the momentum going—kicking off at the National Zoo, the Air & Space Museum, followed by dinner, a powerful visit to the Lincoln Memorial, and a moving moment at the Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial to close out the evening. Grateful, humbled, and in complete awe. Thank you, Jesus! #grateful #wbmstars
West Blvd Ministry Stars ‘5 Alive Dinners’ are back. Every other Wednesday we choose 5 deserving Stars for an opportunity to fellowship and have dinner. Tonight we were blessed, by WBM Coach Jim, to an evening at Charlotte City Club. Incredible experience! As we share with our young men, you ALL belong in places like this, we’ll provide you with the tools, instruction and accountability that will keep you here.
West Blvd Ministry had another incredible experience with our Charlotte Checkers. We like to make sure we’re intentional with the opportunities God has given us. Creating memories and moments that will last a lifetime. ##wbmstarsacademy #checkers
West Blvd Ministry hosted a ‘Field Day’ with our friends from Charlotte Coffee Club at Stonewall Jackson Apartments on this beautiful Sunday afternoon. Soccer, Basketball, Volleyball and Bubbles blossomed into new friendships. We look forward to our next opportunity to fellowship with our families at Stonewall.
Happy 8th Birthday West Blvd Ministry! We thank Christ Jesus that He considered us faithful to live the gospel out in the West Blvd corridor and wherever He may lead us. One child, one family, one day at a time. Grateful for what God has done, is doing and will continue to do. The hands, feet and heart of Jesus!
West Blvd Ministry is one step closer to completion of the Burnette & Nobles Basketball Court at Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department Westover Division. The court will honor Officers John Burnette & Andy Nobles who lost their lives in service on October 5th, 1993. Today the court was painted and finishing touches will come with a plaque honoring both CMPD Westover Officers.
West Blvd Ministry Stars Academy grateful for Mr.Glenn blessing us with the opportunity to fellowship and have a first class dining experience Tuesday night. We always stress to our young men that they belong and are victor’s in every aspect of life. It’s our job to put them in position to believe and embrace it. Tonight we did it again. #capitalgrille #wbmstars
West Blvd Ministry Stars Academy would like to thank Coach Kale from McGee Brothers Masonry for pouring into our yound men last night at Gracie’s House. Coach Kale was amazing explaining masonry and giving the Stars a hand on experience.
West Blvd Ministry Stars Academy always has a great time at the Charlotte Checkers games. Twice a year we are blessed to spend the evening together at the Old Charlotte Coliseum, where most of us older Charlottean’s spent our childhood, watching and learning about ice hockey.
Every August & January we bless our West Blvd Ministry Stars and Mini Stars Academy with a new set of kicks. Make sure our young men walk the halls of school in style. Tomorrow night we take our Mini-Stars. We’re forever grateful for your support that makes moments like this possible. #footlocker
West Blvd Ministry’s Christmas on The Boulevard was so beautiful. Thank you to all of our WBM Family that made today possible. To celebrate the birthday of Jesus with 4 different neighborhoods throughout the West Blvd corridor today was a blessing. We were able to provide Christmas for over 1200 children in Western NC & on West Blvd this year. Beyond grateful.
West Blvd Ministry & Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department Westover Division partnered for our 2nd Annual Blue Christmas. Each young man in our WBM Stars Academy Mentoring Program received a $200 gift card to shop for their family members in celebration of Christmas. We paired each Star up with a CMPD Officer as they shopped throughout Walmart Wilkinson Blvd. Thank you Walmart for making it a great experience. Grateful for Kingdom Demolition sponsoring this incredible initiative again this year. #bluechristmas
Thank you Jesus! West Blvd Ministry’s Christmas in Swannanoa at WD Williams Elementary School was an amazing success. Through your friendship and support we were able to bless 450 students & 75 teachers/administrators with a very special day. The WBM Team absolutely crushed it! Grateful for everyone making the trip to love on the children of Swannanoa.
Grateful to have our new friend Todd Compton from Compton’s Automotive over at Gracie’s House to talk shop with our WBM Stars Academy. I know they learned a lot and were once again exposed to something new. Expanding minds & hearts.
The West Blvd Ministry Stars spent another beautiful afternoon riding and caring for horses, as well as tending to goats and pigs. It truly felt like heaven on earth! There’s something so incredible about connecting with nature—feeling the rhythm of the horses, the gentle presence of the animals, and the peace that comes from working the land. It’s a reminder of the simple yet profound joys of creation and the beauty of slowing down to appreciate the world around us.
A huge thank you to Morgan and the amazing team at My Farm Camps for making this experience so meaningful. These moments with the animals and the earth are memories we’ll carry forever!
West Blvd Ministry Stars Academy at the South End Shuffle 5k & Mile Run today. Grateful to be part & beneficiary of this special event for the 3rd year. This creates an opportunity to train leading up to the Mile Run and embrace the sense of accomplishment on race day. Also provides the WBM Family a day to serve together. #wbmstars #southendshuffle #skufcalaw
West Blvd Ministry has wrapped up an unforgettable weekend in Chicago! From cheering at the Cubs vs. Yankees game to exploring the city and attending the Winning Leader Clinic at Intentional Sports, it was an incredible experience for our young men.
The highlight of the weekend was undoubtedly the Winning Leader Clinic. WBM Stars Academy had an amazing afternoon at Intentional Sports, an outstanding facility right here in Chicago. A special thank you to our dear friend Coach Jeremy Boone for this incredible opportunity. We learned so much about running, jumping, competing, and, most importantly, maintaining the right attitude both on and off the field.
We are so grateful for the chance to create life-changing experiences and lasting memories with our young men. This weekend was truly one to remember. Thank you, Coach Boone, and thank you, Chicago!
