Missionary Barbara Magwood shares a moving testimony on how God called her to serve Ex-offenders (Returning Citizens) as they transition from the Justice System into society. As she laid prostrate on her face early one morning, as is her normal daily prayer routine, she had a purposeful heart in asking God for a raise in her position as office manager in their family landscaping business.
As she relates, she heard the voice of God say “establish a business, helping ex-offenders and operate it from Fisherman of Men Church, but it’s not the time just yet to tell Bishop Groover, the pastor”. As she asked God for further instructions, she heard His voice say “name the business” “Project Evolution”. As she listened, and was so engrossed, as the Holy Spirit was in control, she lacked understanding, and proceeded to look up the definition of “evolution”. In shaping the God inspired instructions as they became reality in her spirit, the definition pertaining to the God inspired project read: “A process of gradual, peaceful, progressive change or development, as in social or economic structure or institutions”. As it was spiritually apparent that God was preparing Bishop Groover for her approach, it was now, God’s timing to share this experience with Bishop Groover, and he accepted without hesitation.
Project Evolution, Inc. is now established as a Faith Based Non-Profit organization with 501c3 Internal Revenue Status. Not knowing others who God had touched for the same purpose, Bishop Groover saw an email that was sent out from COOLJC’s website on Social Justice, and admonished her to reach out to the sender, Apostle James I. Clark, Jr., because seemingly, Project Evolution, Inc. was directly related to the Social Justice project that was being implemented in COOLJC by Apostle Clark. As she inquired through the apostle, it was apparent that they were both working toward the same goals of God, but just in different places!
Project Evolution, Inc. has made some accomplishments by implementing a Pilot Program in November of 2015 for five weeks, in partnership with Court Services and Offender Supervision Agency (CSOSA) for the District of Columbia. The pilot program benefitted some of their qualified parolees and probationers. They conducted training to teach them how to write resumes, upload and search for jobs via the internet, what to expect and how to dress for success appropriately when going on job interviews, presenting ministers within the local church to teach Bible fundamentals, as well as role play of some of society’s rich and famous who started their lives from poverty and have climbed the ladder of success to be where they are today. If we can instill these values within them, we can impact the high rates of Recidivism (Relapse) in the justice system.
Bishop J.I. Clark, Jr. implemented training on Social Justice at our International Youth Congress in Richmond, Virginia 2016 and afforded an opportunity for Project Evolution, Inc. to present a Power Point Presentation on their Pilot Program instituted at Fisherman of Men Church, Washington, DC. They solicit your prayers.

Pamela Jackson is Director of Distribution for PEI. She has overall responsibility for the delivery of products to their proper destinations. She oversees all inventory, logistics, and distribution operations and ensures that clients receive goods in an efficient manner. She coordinates with project leaders to meet distribution
needs, manages budgets, manages relationships/agreements with vendors, and
generates reports for upper management.
Zechariah 7:9 - Thus speaketh the Lord of hosts, saying, Execute true judgment, and shew mercy and compassions every man to his brother. Pamela has a heart for service and believes deeply in the power and strength of community. “It is a gift to be a part of PEI’s ministry. I am reminded of the power in another chance to put one foot in front of the other, and I’m inspired and thankful to God for the opportunity to help our clients reach their natural and spiritual goals. Like Dorcas, my desire is to serve others in practical ways that touch their hearts and reveal God’s love.”
Pamela has served in multiple capacities in her church including Sunday School, Music, Youth and Administrative departments. She graduated from Wilberforce University with a degree in Business Management. She retired from Federal Service and Private Industry where she served as a Contracting Officer and Cost Analyst.

I am a native Washingtonian and a deeply committed member of our community. I am a proud mother of three children and grandmother to eight. I received the Holy Ghost on August 7, 2005, a defining moment that guides my dedication. I faithfully served under the leadership of Dr. James Graham at Rose of Sharon in Middletown, MD, until his passing. Upon returning to Washington, D.C., I joined Greater Refuge Temple as a 2nd generation member.

My professional background is in Information Technology, with over 30 years in military medical facilities and government. However, my true passion has always been in service, specifically dedicating my time to helping others. This passion has led me to volunteer, serving where needed, both in family and giving time at church and organizations like The DC Dream Center and the Southeast White House.

I welcome becoming an addition to the Social Justice Department, and I am happy to bring both my technical expertise and my passion for hands-on ministry to this work that is a labor of love. I testify that God has continued to provide and give me the strength and wisdom to network and help others.

My life journey is encouraged by the principles found in Romans 5:3-4 (KJV), knowing that "tribulation worketh patience; and patience, experience; and experience, hope." I look forward to contributing my experience and heart for service as a valuable voice in this department, dedicated to bringing hope and practical help to our community.

Ida Williams Thompson

Ida is a veteran educator in Columbia. She retired after 39 years of service in Richland School District One (Columbia, SC), as director of Instructional Technology Services, but remains very active in a wide range of professional and community endeavors. She is passionate about literacy, civic engagement, community service and the preservation of African American history.
She holds degrees in Educational Administration and Supervision, Guidance and Student Personnel Services, Librarianship and Reading from South Carolina State University and the University of South Carolina.
She has been recognized on the local, state, and national levels by numerous educational, technology and literacy organizations. Most recently, she was in the first class of inductees into the W. J. Keenan High School Hall of Fame and the recipient of the American Library Association’s Black Caucus’ Distinguished Service to the Profession Award.
Her community activities include service on the Richland Library Board of Trustees, SCETV Advisory Committee, University of South Carolina’s Diversity Leadership Committee, and the W. L. Bonner College Board of Directors. She is a certified Guardian ad Litem for the S. C. Vulnerable Adult Program and Co-Chair of the Inter-Faith Subcommittee of the S. C. Human Trafficking Task Force in the S. C. Attorney General’s Office.
She currently serves as president of the Refuge Temple Church Women’s Council, the Richland County Education Association-Retired organization, and the South Carolina Black Librarians Caucus.
She is married to Deacon Toney E. Thompson, Sr. They are the proud parents of one son, Toney, Jr. and in-laws to their daughter-in-law, Alisha.

Lady Celeste Morton is the daughter of the Late Bishop Robert and Mother Josephine Hawkins (Founders of the Redeemed Church of Christ) located in Alexandria Virginia. At the age of ten (10) years old, she was baptized at the Bible Way Church Worldwide, Washington, D.C. under the pastoral of the Late Bishop, Smallwood E. Williams; that same year, she received the Gift of the Holy Ghost at The Scripture Church of Christ, Falls Church, Virginia (Elder George Marshall, pastor). Lady Morton is married to Elder, Dr. James C. Morton. Together, they have six (6) beautiful children. all have been baptized in the Name of Jesus Christ & filled with the Gift of the Holy Ghost; eight (8) grandchildren and two (2 Great grands). Lady Morton has demonstrated her God Given leadership abilities; To name a few, she held the following positions within the COOLJC, both, in her local churches, the Virginia State, the Virginia Northern Diocese as well as the Mid-Atlantic Diocese. She served as Director of the youth, corresponding, and recording secretary, president of the women’s auxiliary, Ushers, Treasure of the Virginia State/VN Diocese Minister & Deacon Wives’ Guild, Licensed Social Missionary, Financial Secretary, president of the Hospitality Auxiliary for the RCOC and in 2017, she was appointed by the (Late Bishop Clarence Groover), president of the Mid-Atlantic Diocese Women’s Council COOLJC. Lady Morton currently serves on the Alumni Board of Directors of the LPJ High School, Falls Church VA. In this capacity, she supports the Scholarship Fund Committee by identifying and aiding college students seeking tuition assistance. Lady Morton has served as a community service volunteer providing financial support, clothing, and housing to help meet the needs of foster children, the incarcerated, as well as residents of local nursing facilities. Lady Morton has also served as a volunteer for the Fairfax County School System where she tutored students in English and Math. Lady Morton earned an associate degree in Accounting from Northern Virginia Community College. As a double major, she also earned a bachelor’s degree in Business Management and Business Administration from National- Louis University. After 40 years of employment, she retired as a Corporate Financial Director for one of the top 10 Healthcare Organizations in the Virginia-Washington Metropolitan area. Lady Morton is soft spoken and a people person. As a servant of God, her mission is to reach out and touch others. She is passionate about providing help to all without reference to their faith, age, ethnicity, or gender, particularly for children and the elderly. Her desire is to bring Salvation to those who feel that they have no hope. She believes that Together, we “I can do all things through Christ which strengthens me” us: Philippians 4:13. Lady Morton is an advocate for “People Matter”.

Robin Jackson serves as Secretary for Project Evolution, Inc., where she provides administrative support to the Board of Directors. She brings more than 15 years of program and project management experience working across private, nonprofit, philanthropic, and government sectors. She is currently an independent consultant in the areas of event management, strategic planning, and program coordination.

While her roles have been mixed, much of her work has involved supporting and serving people. Robin values the opportunity to bring her skills to PEI to support its important mission of reducing recidivism, and human trafficking.

Robin holds a bachelor’s degree in Physical Education, with a concentration in Adult Fitness from Montclair State University and has completed courses and training in project management to expand her industry knowledge.

DyAnne Echols Moultrie was born in Louisville, KY in 1942 to the late Rev. and Mrs. Walter M. Echols. She is the oldest of three girls raised in Buffalo, NY. She has lived in Massachusetts for 50 years. She earned a Bachelor of Science Degree from North Carolina A. & T. State University, Greensboro, NC and a M.Ed. in Counseling and Personnel from Northeastern University, Boston, MA. While a student at the
historically black North Carolina A. & T. State University, Mother Moultrie played an active role in the non-violent demonstrations conducted by students. These protests forced the desegregation of movie theaters, restaurants, hotels and other public institutions. She assisted in political campaigns of Black politicians and was a member of the A. & T. College Council. She also served as a member of the Student Government under the leadership of Student Government President Reverend Jesse Jackson.
She worked in Intake Screening and Child Welfare and was a Licensed Certified Social Worker in MA for over 35 years. Mother Moultrie was saved November 15, 1970 at Mt. Calvary Church in Petersburg, VA where the Late Apostle Wesley M. Taylor, Sr. was Pastor and Founder. Most of her work has been in service as a volunteer to her church and religious community. She is the faithful wife of 55 years to Apostle H.A. Moultrie, II, Pastor and Founder of Mission Church of Our Lord Jesus Christ, Somerville, MA. She is the proud mother of one daughter Sherri D. Green and doting "Granny" to two granddaughters, Janae and Ava. Throughout the years she has served her local church ministry as Women's Department Director, Sunday School Teacher, Youth Department Advisor, Ministers' and Deacons' Wives Guild President, Missionary President, Church Organist and Choir Directress, Church Mother and in a plethora of other tasks.
She has served the Church of Our Lord Jesus Christ as a stellar leader of women on the state, national and international level. For the State of MA, Mother Moultrie established the Women's Council in 1984 and served as its first President for 4 years. She also served the Missionary Department as Vice President.
On the national level, she held positions such as Vice President-International Women's Council, Social Concerns of Women, in administration with the International Missionary Department since 1979 serving the late Mother Gertrude Frasier, and the late Mother Pandora R. Williams. Mother Moultrie served one term as Vice President and two terms
as President. During her tenure she organized and instituted the IMD Junior Missionary Circle and Missionette Unit. She was the editor of several journals and publications.
On the international level Mo. Moultrie served as Director to the Global Missions Department for 5 years. She has traveled to London, France, W. Africa, Egypt, Greece, Israel, S. America and the Caribbean Islands. She is the former Mother of the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago, W. Indies, former acting Mother of Guyana, S. America and Mother
of the State of Kansas. She is an internationally known speaker and teacher. We have been blessed by her knowledge, encouraged by her insight and inspired by the wisdom she shares.
She is an inactive member of Delta Sigma Theta. Her greatest desire in life is to please God!