- Hookers for Jesus
Hookers for Jesus is a nondenominational, faith-based organization reaching out to men and women who are currently associated with or working as prostitutes, porn stars, pimps, and exotic dancers in order to help them transition out of the sex industry. Their vision includes promoting spiritual, emotional, and physical wellness in the lives of those who have been affected by sexual trauma and related forms of abuse in the adult entertainment industry.
Annie Lobert
Their founder, "Annie Lobért" is an American former high class-
call girl who founded theChristian Ministry Hookers for Jesus in 2007. Annie is recognized worldwide for her expertise and knowledge of the sex industry.Fact|date=July 2008 She survived over 11 years working as a prostitute and high-class escort in Las Vegas, which included catering exclusively to award winning actors, famous musicians and rock stars, national and local politicians, and professional athletes. And yet, Annie knows first hand the harmful affects that a life in the adult entertainment industry can have on a person. She speaks effectively with both secular and religious communities on these issues.Fact|date=July 2008Annie is an internationally known expert and advocate of ministry to men and women in the sex industry and has been featured on national broadcasts like Life Today with
James Robison ,Morris Cerullo 's HelpLine TV, the700 Club , theJim Bakker Show, andTBN sPraise the Lord withCarman . Additionally, she has been heard on radio programs and interviewed in major news publications across the nation and throughout the world.Fact|date=July 2008Annie Lobért serves as the
Chief Executive Officer and leader of the organization, along with Cindy Nelson, who serves as Vice President and Director of Development. Cindy also overseesbusiness development for the ministry. They work together with support and assistance through a board of directors and advisory board. TheirBoard of Directors has been developed as a legal entity with responsibility and professional knowledge and background of state and federal tax compliance and liability issues, as well as law enforcement as it pertains to consumer and professional involvement in thesex industry .Their Advisory Board includes members of the Christian community with assistance and direction encompassing spiritual oversight and ministry development. Additional support offered through their Advisory Board includes ministry networking, financial accountability, resource development, and legal expertise as it relates to Christian ministry.
Organizationally and in regards to accountability, Hookers for Jesus is driven by a board of directors and advisors and lead by a qualified, professional staff. Their goals and objectives in ministry include maintaining authenticity and transparency in financial stewardship and spiritual accountability.
The current members of the Board of Directors and Advisory Board includes:
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Annie Lobért - President/Founder and Executive Director
* Cindy Nelson - VP/Secretary and Director of Development
* Bill Young - Community Liaison and Board Member - Station Casinos
*Lisa Bevere - Speaker, Author, and Advisory Board Member - Messenger International
* George Kelesis - Legal Counsel and Advisory Board Member - Nevada State Tax Commission
* Pastor Henry Sneed - Missions Pastor and Advisory Board Member - The Church at South Las Vegas
* Pastor Rachel Sneed - Worship Pastor and Advisory Board Member - The Church at South Las VegasHookers for Jesus serves under the spiritual covering and support of
Pastor Benny Perez andThe Church at South Las Vegas . Additionally, they are affiliated members of theAssociation of Related Ministries .External links
* [http://www.hookersforjesus.net Hookers for Jesus Ministry Website]
* [http://www.myspace.com/annielobert Annie Lobért’s MySpace Page]
* [http://www.myspace.com/cindamuse Cindy Nelson’s MySpace Page]
* [http://www.messengerintl.org Messenger International]
* [http://www.relatedministries.org Association of Related Ministries]
* [http://www.stationcasinos.com Station Casinos in Las Vegas]
* [http://www.thechurchlv.com The Church at South Las Vegas]
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