About Victory

On December 12, 1999 the birthing of Victory Christian Ministry, Inc. was celebrated at Amerihost Inn, 100 N. Park Court, Stockbridge, GA. At that service, approximately 20 persons were in attendance. Of those attending, five joined Pastor Tolbert and to formally form Victory Christian Ministry, Inc. The first members to join Victory were Gladys Tolbert, Thomas McKennie, Minnie Williams, Josephine Strong, Wylonda Tolbert and Jackie McKennie.

The first formal business meeting of Victory Christian Ministry was held on February 12, 2000. At that meeting, Jackie McKennie was appointed secretary. A second meeting was held on February 27, 2000 to officially elect a Board of Directors/ Trustees. Victory Christian Ministry officially became tax exempt on April 20, 2000. On December 4, 2000,

Victory Christian Ministry acquired 12.6 acres of land located at 839 Stagecoach Road, Stockbridge, GA. On this land was a 2 bedroom single wide mobile home. Victory Christian Ministry donated this mobile home to a family deserving a blessing. Victory Christian Ministry held its first summer picnic July 15, 2000. Women's Day was celebrated on May 21, 2000. The speaker was Evangelist Fay Richards; the theme was "Women, walking in the Word". On June 25, 2000 the men of Victory Christian Ministry celebrated Men's Day. The theme was "It's not the suit that makes the man". The speaker for the occasion was Rev. William Boddie. These celebrations were just a precursor to better things to come.

Pastor Tolbert established a new member class. A class curriculum was designed and published and the first class began July 29, 2000. The class was designed to instruct members on the basic knowledge of scriptures and church structure.

Victory Christian Ministry sponsored its first Gospel Musical on November 18, 2000 with Carol Sue Kidd of Acworth, GA; the Anointed Messengers of Stone Mountain, GA and Lucille Pope and the Pearly Gates of Atlanta, GA. Although the event was not heavily attended we had a joyous time singing praises to the Lord. During the following years enthusiasm within the membership continued to grow. This led to the establishment of an on-going Bible Study that has continued to bless both members and visitors alike. Through bible study an Intercessory Prayer Team has been established. Victory also established a Praise Team which has grown in size and ability. Through the unrelenting prayers of the Intercessory Team, miracles have been seen in the lives of those that have given their lives to God.

Victory has touched the lives of the Henry County Community by going into these communities evangelizing and sharing the knowledge of God with whom ever we have met. Favorable responses have been received from the willingness that Victory has shown to do God’s will. Victory has also touched the community by having its first food drive where we were able to feed more than 50 families. Each family was given a box containing approximately 20 pounds of food which consisted of non-perishable vegetables as well as dry goods.

Victory has had the opportunity to join in holy matrimony two couples, James and Joycelyn Grady and Rev. William and Jennifer Boddie. The marriage of the Boddie’s was especially enjoyable being that this was the first to be physically held at the Amerihost Inn, where we hold or services. Surprisingly, this was also the first wedding held at the hotel. The marriage of the Grady’s was held on a Carnival Cruise ship with a host of family members and guest.   

With the recognition that the growth of membership at Victory Christian Ministry was being negatively affected by not having a permanent home a decision was made to pursue building a sanctuary on the property that was purchased at 839 Stage Coach Rd. Dea. David Owens, a friend of Victory, came on board and blessed the ministry by drawing the initial building plans for the future home of Victory Christian Ministry. Later, Prime Source, an architectural firm, was commissioned as the architectural firm to draw the final plans. After the final plans were drawn and accepted by the Board of Directors of Victory Christian Ministry, they were presented to the Henry County Board of Commissioners for approval. After nearly a year of meeting with the commission and its representatives approval was given for the building to be erected.

After finding that the cost of steel and other materials were expected to rise sharply victory decided to purchase a pre-cut metal building and the chairs needed for the sanctuary. Because of a lack of a place to store this material an arrangement was made to have them stored by the manufacturer until we were prepared to have them delivered. This decision has been found to have been the best use of the resources that God has supplied this ministry.

In anticipation of breaking ground in the near future the congregation of Victory Christian Ministry started its search for financing of the project to erect a sanctuary on the property at 839 Stagecoach Rd.  There were disappointing moments and moments of joy during the process.  After receiving both approvals and disapprovals from various lending institutions it was decided to forego the offered mortgage loans and move to a temporary location.  This location is called our connecting location on this flight to our Canaan. 

An available office building was located at 390 Eagles Landing Parkway and renovated to become the temporary location of Victory Christian Ministry.  In giving respect to God and the place that was given to us for worship, many late hours were put into making this a first class sanctuary for the Lord.  After several gallons of paint, putty, nails and glue the sanctuary was complete.  As is normal when Christians are doing God’s work Satan stepped in to try to stop progress.

The necessary steps to get approval from the Government of Henry County were completed leaving us to believe things would go smooth.  Amazingly, Pastor Tolbert stated that things were too easy and to prepare for rocky waters.  The words were not far out of his mouth before the storms struck.  Government requirements seemed to start changing by the minute.  Through prayer, fasting and intercession the congregation came together and stood on God’s word that he would supply all of our needs.  God showed his might and the battle was won.  Most of all the battle was won without the need to meet the changing requirements that had been imposed.  On February 23, 2006 the Henry County Zoning Board approved 390 Eagles Landing Parkway for Conditional Use as a church to be known as Victory Christian Ministry and an Occupancy Permit was issued on June 30, 2006.

On July 2, 2006 Victory Christian Ministry held its first service at our connecting location on our way to Canaan.  On August 9^th 2006 the new sanctuary was dedicated to the Lord through a glorious service which was attended by many members and visitors. 

Plans had been made to utilize the building for the building of the Lord’s kingdom by hosting events that would build the individual.  Since relocating at the new sanctuary several such events have been held such as our first Annual Youth Extravaganza/ Conference under the leadership of Sister Shalanda Thomas and a Finance Conference with representatives from Crown Finance and Washington Mutual Bank.

Victory Christian Ministry is continuing along its path of raising up a body of believers that know how to use the Word of God to overcome the wiles of the devil to become victorious over all strongholds and situations in their lives.  Knowing that Satan will be busy attempting to stop what God has ordained.  With continued prayer, and continually stepping forward we know that Victory will continue to be victorious.  

Victory Christian Ministry continues to work toward raising a new sanctuary on the property at 839 Stagecoach Rd. It is anticipated that, with God’s blessings, Victory Christian Ministry will hold a ground breaking ceremony in early 2008. Over the years, we at Victory Christian Ministry have chosen to trust in God and put our cares in his hands. By doing this, God has shown us that through him all things are possible if we only believe.