About

Tree of Life Ministries (TOL) is Christian non-profit that works with local churches and the wider community to impact the poor and needy. Both the journey of life and the Tree of Life begin with Jesus Christ in that He alone said: “I have come that they may have life and have it to the full.” (John 10:10)

In 2008, Purcellville Baptist Church in Loudoun County Virginia committed to set aside the first 10% of all annual giving to meet the needs of the poor. From that decision, Tree of Life Ministries was born and subsequently registered as an independent 501c(3) nonprofit organization in 2012.

A Biblical Proverb teaches that "hope deferred makes the heart sick, but a desire fulfilled is a Tree of Life." Our desire within Tree of Life is to rally the Christian community to help fulfill those longings while constantly affirming that the source of real hope is Jesus Christ.

Our Purpose (what)

To reach out to the poor and needy in our community with the love of Jesus Christ

Our Principles (why)

Embrace the words of Jesus from the Gospel account to reach the "least of these." Jesus spoke of being hungry, thirsty, a stranger in need of clothing, sick and imprisoned. (Matthew 25:35)

Our Path (how)

Brings life to Jesus' words and involves extending practical help across a framework of 5 Branches - Food, Lifeskills, Shelter, Healthcare and Relief . Each Branch encompasses specific local Ministries with the objective of meeting the holistic needs of an individual with a "hand up" rather than merely a "handout."

Our People (who)

We engage with an army of local volunteers who acknowledge that Jesus Christ came that we may have life and have it to the full. Our Core Values accentuate Jesus - Jesus Christ is foremost; Prayer & The Word of God are foundational; Compassion is fundamental; Relationship is for all; Community is our front line.

Our Partners (who)

Those we serve are referred to as Partners, rather than clients or customers, as our hope is to partner together on the journey of life. We strive to extend a "hand-up" rather than a "handout."

Our Planting (where)

Having established a tried and tested approach, our Vision seeks to: "to plant the Tree of Life model in new communities to the glory of God." Our immediate "new communities" are defined as New Regions (expanding into new locations), New Housing (sourcing affordable housing for those in need) and New Gospel Enterprise (providing work and employment opportunities for those in need – The Clothing Closet and SimplyBe Coffee being the first enterprises launched.

Statement of Faith

About God

God is the Creator and Ruler of the universe. He eternally exists in three persons: the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit. These three are equal and are one God.

Gen 1:1; Deut 6:4; Matt 28:19

About Jesus

Jesus Christ is the Son of God. He is equal with the Father. Jesus lived a sinless human life and offered Himself as the perfect sacrifice for our sins by dying on a cross. He arose from the dead after three days to demonstrate His power over sin and death. He ascended to Heaven’s glory and will return again to reign as King of kings and Lord of lords. In His own words, Jesus said: “I am the way and the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me.”

John 10:30; 2 Cor 5:21; Phil 2:8; John 14:6

About The Holy Spirit

The Holy Spirit is equal with the Father and the Son of God. He is present in the world
to make men and women aware of their need for Jesus Christ. He also lives in every
Christian from the moment of salvation. He provides the Christian with power for living, understanding of spiritual truth and guidance in doing what is right. He gives every believer a spiritual gift when they are saved. As Christians, we seek to live under His control daily.

John 14:26; 1 Pet 4:10

About The Bible

The Bible is God’s Word to us written by human authors, under the supernatural guidance of the Holy Spirit. It is the supreme source of truth for Christian beliefs and living. Because the Bible is inspired by God, it is the truth without any error.

2 Tim 3:16; 2 Pet 1:20-21; John 17:17; Rev 22:18-19

About Salvation

Salvation is God’s free gift to us by grace, which we receive by faith. We can never make up for our sin by self-improvement or good works. Only by trusting in Jesus Christ as God’s offer of forgiveness can anyone be saved from sin’s penalty. When we turn from our self-ruled life and turn to Jesus in faith we are saved. Eternal life begins the moment we receive Jesus Christ and it is He who said “I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full.”

Eph 2:8-9; 2 Cor 5:17; John 10:10

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Jesus Christ is foremost

Prayer and the word of God are foundational

Compassion is fundamental

Relationship is for all

Community is our front line

Our Team

Board of Trustees

SCOTT BEDROSIAN

KRISTINE JACOBSON

DEVON RAMIREZ

CHRIS WILLIAMSON

PAUL SMITH

CURT KEMP

Leadership

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SUSANNAH LEE

Chief Executive Officer

DONNA GOTHARD

Chief Financial Officer

DELL NUNALEY

Chief Operations Officer

JORDAN SMITH

Chief Development Officer

WAYNE RUCKMAN

Community Chaplain

Jennifer Del Grande

Director of Communications

Church Sponsors 2024

Western Loudoun

Abundant Life Ministries Church of God
Agape United Methodist Church
Bethany United Methodist Church
Blue Ridge Bible Church
Bluemont United Methodist Church
Hamilton Baptist Church
Ketoctin Covenant Presbyterian Church
Loudoun Valley Church of the Nazarene
Marshall Baptist Church
Mt. Zion United Methodist Church
North Fork Baptist Church
Outrageous Faith Ministries, Mt. Zion Baptist Church
Purcellville Baptist Church
Roszell Chapel United Methodist Church
Round Hill Baptist Church
Round Hill United Methodist Church
St. Peter’s Episcopal Church
Trinity Episcopal Church
The Victory House
Waterford Baptist Church
Western Loudoun Community Church

Eastern Loudoun

Acacia Church
Bethel Presbyterian Church
Church of the Holy Spirit
Converge Life Church
Cornerstone Chapel
Crossroads Baptist Church
Destiny Church
Grace Covenant Church
Headway Church
Iglesia Biblica Bautista Emanuel Leesburg
Leesburg Church of the Nazarene
Leesburg Community Church
Loudoun Baptist Church
McLean Bible Church
Mt. Hope Baptist Church
Potomac Baptist Church
Potomac Hills Presbyterian Church
Seventh Adventist Church - Leesburg
Sterling Park Baptist Church
Sterling Presbyterian Church
Terraforma Church
The Worship Center
Word of Life International Church, Sterling

Financials

Thank you for reaching out, thank you for making an impact! Praying that 2024 takes Tree of Life Ministries to exciting new heights.

Susannah Lee
CEO, Tree of Life Ministries

Tree of Life Annual Report 2023

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