To call Ace Hardware a Proud Sponsor of The Way would be accurate. To refer to it as a “new” sponsor would be far from the truth.

In fact, the business was supporting The Way even before the Lord opened the ministry’s doors in May 2011.

At that time, it was known as Cadiz Hardware.  Owner Bob Brame (pictured here with daughter Ginger) and his family donated the paint and other supplies needed to fix up the former store building which served as The Way’s original home.

Since then, Bob and Ace Hardware have supported The Way in a variety of ways:  prayer, financial donations, assistance with navigating zoning regulations, even guidance on requesting loans.

Bob and his staff specialize in knowledgeable, personalized service.  Ace Hardware offers building materials and supplies, lumber, cleaning supplies, doors of all kinds, fans, hand tools, power tools, air tools, lighting and lighting fixtures, pet supplies, paint and painting supplies, windows, screens, even work clothes and gloves.

Ace Hardware is located at 1654 Main Street. You can reach them at (270) 522-1122.

As funeral directors, Todd and Clarissa King play a critical role for families in need of support.

They recently chose to play a critical role for a ministry in need of support by making King’s Funeral Home a Proud Sponsor of The Way.

“We believe in the ministry of The Way and are glad to support it in any way possible,” they told us.

Todd and Clarissa make a special effort to see that the people they serve are given the very best funeral or memorial services.  They are well versed in all aspects of the process, from the key decisions the family must service details to the necessary legal documentation that is required after a loved one dies.

King’s Funeral Home is located at 161 Lone Oak Drive in Cadiz.  The phone number is (270) 522-7172.

James Thomas was an early settler of Trigg County. He served with distinction in the Revolutionary War.

Today, the James Thomas Chapter (Trigg County) is one of more than 3,000 U.S. chapters of the Daughters of the American Revolution. Our ministry celebrates their recent decision to become a Proud Sponsor of The Way.

Daughters of the American Revolution is an organization of enthusiastic, active women who are passionate about serving their communities, preserving history, educating children and honoring those who serve our nation. It’s an organization with a deeply rich history that continues to remain relevant to today’s world.

The women pictured at the left are some of the 930,000 who have joined the DAR since its inception 125 years ago.

The current officers of the James Thomas chapter are:  Virginia Thomas Alexander (holding poster), chapter regent; Alice Knight, vice regent; Martha Maxfield, chaplain; Joyce Ann Davis, recording secretary; Vickey Lane, corresponding secretary; Clara Lawrence, treasurer; Nina Alderson, registrar; Sarah Crowe, librarian; and Laura Thomas, parliamentarian.

Dr. Shea Godwin understands that life-changing decisions can be made at a young age.

“When I was in seventh grade, my dad had a bad accident at work and was life-flighted to Vanderbilt in Nashville,” she said. “From that point on, it’s what I wanted to do.”

As a ministry that hopes to bring young people to life-changing decisions for Christ, we welcome Godwin Family Practice as our latest Proud Sponsor of The Way.

Godwin Family Practice provides a number of services:  well-baby and well-woman exams, physicals for school, sports and employment, preventative medicine, help with addictions, and management of most medical conditions.  They can handle most health care needs in their clinic, but can order specialty consultation or referral when indicated.

The practice’s overall mission is to provide individuals and families with quality and compassionate care with a focus on education, health, maintenance and wellness.

Godwin Family Practice is located at 250 Main Street, Suite D.  The phone number is (270) 522-6963.

Eileen Martinez does more than just serve on The Way’s board of directors.  She also volunteers at the youth center, which gives her first-hand knowledge of how important the ministry is to local youth.

Word of Hope Church, where Eileen is a member, contributes monthly to the ministry.

“The Way provides a refuge where our local youth have an opportunity to connect with Christ,” Eileen observes. “We are delighted to be an integral part of their ministry in many capacities. Pastor Oiler especially enjoys sharing the Gospel message with students on a frequent basis.”

Pictured left to right are Word of Hope members Kenneth Cunningham, Linda Davis, pastor Gene Oiler and Eileen, who is the church’s children’s ministry leader.

Word of Hope welcomes everyone to visit them at 5946 Canton Road. Sunday School starts at 9:30 a.m. and worship at 10:30 a.m. For more information, call (270) 210-0945.

With rare exceptions, few churches are attracting young people. We as Christians much find another way to reach them.

East Cadiz Baptist Church understand that.  It’s one of the reasons the church has recently become a sponsor of The Way.

“Young people are searching for a place where they belong and where mature Christians willingly lend a listening ear,” says Brother Joe Johnson, pastor at East Cadiz.  “They need a place where they can learn first-hand about the love of Jesus. Nothing is more exciting than when a teenager comes to know the Lord.”

East Cadiz Baptist Church is located at 407 Third Street. Sunday services are at 9:00 a.m. and 10:00 a.m.

There is no way to measure the positive impact Chappel Allen had on Trigg County. He touched thousands of lives over the years. The Way was among the many individuals, businesses and organizations that benefited from his endless benevolence.

His sons Steve (left) and Greg (right) now run Kentucky Machine & Engineering. The Way is thankful and grateful that they have assured us the company he founded will continue to be a Proud Sponsor of The Way.

Chappel started Kentucky Machine & Engineering in 1972 to serve the diverse needs of heavy industry. The company provides special machining, repair, rebuilding, machine building and fabrication. They are experts at meeting the exacting specifications of special machinery for industry.

More than 75 highly skilled employees work in the company’s 48,000 sq. ft. building that includes a manufacturing area with complete machine shop and engineering facilities. The company prides itself on maintaining a safe and productive work environment.

Kentucky Machine & Engineering is located at 590 Glenwood Mill Road. For more information on what they can do for you, call (270) 522-6061.

More than most of us, real estate agents understand the true worth of property.  Karen Randels, owner of and broker for RE/MAX Southern Charm, knows how much the stretch of land directly behind the school campus  – the future home of The Way – will mean to the community.

That’s one of the reasons she has made her business a Proud Sponsor of The Way. In fact, Karen has pledged that her business will support The Way on a monthly basis.  (That’s Karen on the right, receiving The Way sponsor poster from board member Martha Davis.)

“Our youth need this wholesome environment and guidance,” she said, referring to The Way. “I am excited about seeing this vision become a reality.”

RE/MAX Southern Charm opened in April 2015. Today, it has four sales associates experienced in fulfilling your real estate needs, from horse, historic and lake/beach properties to luxury homes and residential acreages.

The agency is located at 72 Lone Oak Drive. You can reach them at (270) 350.3665

Kenny Rogers is a busy man.  Once he finishes his 9 a.m. sermon at Linton United Methodist Church, he and wife Betty drive to Bethel United Methodist Church for his 11:00 a.m. sermon.

Not only do both churches share a pastor, but they both consistently financially support this ministry. We are honored to have Bethel United Methodist Church as a Proud Sponsor of The Way.  (For information about Linton United Methodist Church, see story below).

“Our churches believe that The Way provides the youth of our community a safe environment to have some fun and food and at the same time experience the love and grace that God offers,” Brother Kenny explains. “This is the reason both our churches decided years ago to support The Way. We made this decision based on the Gospel of Jesus Christ and the Word of God.”

It is generally accepted that Bethel is one of the oldest, if not the oldest, Methodist organizations in Trigg County.  Records show that it was established years before Trigg County was created in 1820.  According to western Kentucky history, an early Methodist class was organized on Bird’s Creek, where a log house of worship was built and used for many years.

Around 1888, a larger frame structure was erected a short distance from the old church and beside Bethel Cemetery. In 1968, the church was remodeled, adding a full basement for Sunday School rooms, new pews, lectern, pulpit chairs, communion table and carpeting for the sanctuary, and stained glass windows and brick veneer.

Kenny Rogers became pastor of Linton United Methodist Church in 2006.  It’s never been the same since.

Not only has the church grown steadily during his 10 years there, but it’s also steadily committed resources to The Way. So while it may not necessarily be a “new” sponsor, Linton United Methodist certainly is a Proud Sponsor of The Way.

“I believe The Way is a great opportunity for individuals and churches to minister to the youth of Trigg County and connect to their families,” Brother Kenny says.

Linton United Episcopal Church South was organized in 1867 by Rev. Thomas Randolf.  Meetings were held in a tobacco warehouse for two years until a house of worship was erected, which was used for a church and school. Construction on an actual church was completed in 1884.

The creation of Barkley Lake forced the one-room congregation to relocate.  A new church was built by Woodruff Lumber Company is what is now Linton. Its first service was held on August 19, 1963.

In May 1996, ground was broken to create a larger fellowship hall, kitchen, bathrooms and two more Sunday School rooms. It was completed and dedicated a year later.

Today, Linton United Methodist is literally outgrowing its confines. Construction has begun to widen the sanctuary, expand the kitchen area and make other improvements.

The church is located at 6464 Linton Road.  Sunday morning service starts at 9:00 a.m. It’s followed by fellowship time in the kitchen, and then Sunday School starts at 10:30 a.m.