Ministries

With Love Ministries

Being the hands and feet of Jesus through prison ministry, care for bereaved mothers and senior living outreach.

The heart behind With Love

Birthed from a heartfelt vision, our mission is to be the hands and feet of Jesus in three pivotal areas: supporting the often overlooked retirement community, providing care and counseling for bereaved mothers, and a dedicated jail ministry for women.

While not everyone can be on the front lines, every contribution , time or financial , plays a vital role. Join us in this act of obedience, for there are many waiting for our love and support. , Michelle Aranza

Three focus areas

01

Prison Ministry

Bible studies, holiday events and ongoing discipleship for incarcerated men and women.

02

Bereaved Mothers

Counseling, coaching and community for mothers walking through the loss of a child.

03

Retirement & Senior Living

Worship, Scripture and friendship for residents across Acadiana who are often overlooked.

Meet our leaders

Prison Ministry

Kim Martin

Kim has co-led OSC's prison ministry since 2015. After watching family members walk through years of incarceration, she developed a heart to bring hope and healing to those whose struggles lead to prison, praying they receive true freedom in Christ.

Prison Ministry

Dr. Patrice Ambrose

Retired from a 30-year career as a psychiatrist, Patrice serves incarcerated women through Bible studies and holiday events, and has led prison ministry and divorce care at OSC for six years.

Bereaved Mothers

Ivette Vasquez

A bereaved mother herself, Ivette uses her counseling, coaching and mental health training to walk with women through unimaginable loss. Her mission is to inspire women to remain faithful and never give up.

Get involved

Give toward With Love Ministries, serve on one of our three teams, or reach out with questions about where you might fit.