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Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, the new creation has
come. The old has gone, the new is here! – 2 Corinthians, 5:17
Treona has a deep faith in God, and she refers to Bible verses that
perfectly fit the couple’s life. The couple married on October 5, 2015. Treona
told Marcus he had the talent, and she had the skills for the back end of the
business. He partnered with a pastor for a while, and soon realized that
wasn’t the right fit. They broke ties and Marcus went from a 16-station shop on
Capital Street to a small shop on Northside Drive in April 2016. “I have seen
so much growth in Marcus,” says Treona. “God has been more evident in
this. We are doing things right, and now the business is expanding in ways
we never dreamed possible.”
Marcus explains that his goal is to give back to his community in ways
that will make a real difference.
For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans
to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and
a future. – Jeremiah 29:11
Marcus says he has received non-profit status for his ministry and is
awaiting his EIN number. “I call it Hope for Community Outreach,” he says.
“We have a learning center with fifteen computers where people can
come in and learn about available jobs, learn life skills, keyboarding skills,
and practice for the GED. We also have a library that has books and
encyclopedias so people can learn more about things they are interested in.”
A food pantry has also been established and will soon be part of the
Mississippi Food Network. Donations of used computers and printers, books
and money are accepted through True Vine Missionary Baptist Church in
Brandon. Be sure to mention that it is for the Hope for Community Outreach.
Marcus credits Treona for helping to lead him on the path he is on now.
“God blessed us together,” he says. “When I got out of prison, I couldn’t get
a job or an apartment. I was trapped in a marriage that was like another
prison for me. Her faith and encouragement helped me find my way to a
successful life and the means to help others.”
And we know that all things work together for good to them
that love God, to them who are the called according to his
purpose. – Romans 8:28
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