About us
Matthew 25:35-36, 40 Jesus said, “For I was hungry, and you gave Me something to eat; I was thirsty, and you gave Me something to drink; I was a stranger, and you invited Me in; naked, and you clothed Me; I was sick, and you visited Me; I was in prison, and you came to Me….Truly I say to you, to the extent that you did it to one of these brothers of Mine, even the least of the, you did it to Me.”
ABOUT THE MINISTRY
Michael was a professional truck driver running from coast to coast and all points between. While on the road, in 2021, he was convicted by the Holy Spirit to dedicate his life to Christ and be baptized. During his limited home time, he contacted a couple of local churches, however, none were responsive to his request. First Baptist Church (FBC) of Sevierville understood his sense of urgency and graciously set up an “emergency” baptism. We started attending Sunday services at this church together when Michael had home time; I attended by myself when he was away. The sermons were so inspirational and informative.
Both of us began reading the Bible for the first time in our lives. We became immersed in reading God’s Word and developing a personal relationship with our Creator. We both joined a Life Group – Bible study class at the church.
Before Thanksgiving of 2021, God gave us the desire to “adopt” a family struggling to make ends meet. The Catholic church knew of such a need and connected us with a divorced young mother and infant son. While providing emergency needs: food, items for the baby, we also mentored her spiritually.
God presented another opportunity to open our home to a young woman who escaped an abusive family. She was able to get a job and begin supporting herself. Mentoring her spiritually and with practical life skills, within a year she was able to become independent. She relocated with her job and was able to rent an apartment.
In June of 2022 while driving on the west coast, Michael’s youngest son, Josh, died as a result of fentanyl. This was a devastating blow for a 24 year old to lose his life. We had been praying for God to rescue him: emotionally from depression and spiritually from the darkness. God actually answered our prayers because Josh had accepted Christ just 3 months prior and though still struggling with a desire to feel “normal”, he had begun listening to sermons from Dr. Charles Stanley from First Baptist Church of Atlanta and attending a local church. We were at peace knowing Josh had no more struggles with the chaos of this world.
I had my own epiphany while grieving the loss of Josh. Reading the Bible revealed God’s truths and promises. Having been raised Catholic, I now learned all I had been missing and all the “misinformation” I had been taught. I dedicated my life to Christ and needed to be baptized. I contacted the same Pastor from FBC of Sevierville that performed Michael’s baptism. There is nothing like the joy of knowing you are truly SAVED and can share that with other followers of Christ!
Michael and I repeatedly saw certain “houseless” individuals near the church in Sevierville and became familiar with our new friends, ministering with invitations to join us for worship services and a quick meal.
Then we were drawn to the ever increasing population of “houseless” people in downtown Knoxville. In the beginning, we purchased McDonald’s meals to pass out. We began adding other needs: coats, socks, shoes, beanies, gloves, toiletries and bags of snack items. It was never enough to go around. Many who were served gladly shared their prayer requests and accepted inspirational Bible tracts or pocket-sized New Testament Bibles. Sincere expressions of gratitude have been the overall response to any trip downtown. We began using the phrase “Mission Possible.”
We soon “upgraded” to preparing home-cooked meals. Our desire was to feed more people; God’s bounty was always available. From feeding 30-40 people we were able to accommodate 120-150 people. Always relying on God to bring whom He wanted us to feed. Setting up on the street between the Salvation Army and KARM shelters, or directly under the I40 bridge, we met some truly wonderful people who were so grateful. Many times we witnessed the compassion of Jesus from these same “houseless” individuals – watching the last portion of food served, then that person sharing with someone standing behind or giving their entire meal to another who was more hungry. We never left the area without a lesson learned and our hearts being stirred by the Spirit. The honor and privilege of serving others to glorify our God is not without blessings.
In 2024, Mission Possible was invited to serve inside the KARM shelter. It was also time to offer an opportunity for others to help serve. The core members of our Hungry Hearts Life Group had been hearing God’s word long enough; time to put instruction into action. In matching shirts bearing the Life Group name, the members offered to glorify God by serving others. All from meager living situations themselves, yet joyfully and willing donating their time and compassion to those less fortunate.
The staff at the KARM shelter downtown has been so welcoming of our service. They go our of their way to give us space and time with the residents; to share the Good News of Christ. We are so thankful for the kindness and dignity they continually show us as well as their residents.
Around this time, after much prayer, God revealed the idea of an actual ministry. Michael understood that our service was not limited to our surrounding communities; we were ready to go where God called us to serve. MISSION POSSIBLE MINISTRIES (MPM) was born.
God presented an opportunity for MISSION POSSIBLE MINISTRIES (MPM) in October 2024. Hurricane Helene hit hard in east Tennessee and North Carolina. FBC of Sevierville rallied to assist the worst affected communities of east TN. We prayed for guidance knowing God would use us for His purpose. While on the road, Michael viewed a random video posted from a small family who hauled an empty trailer to N. Carolina – no specific destination in mind – just a desire to help any way they could. The video was a profile of a ministry knee-deep in response to the many victims of the hurricane.
Musicians Mission of Mercy (MMM) is located in West Jefferson, N.C. founded by Catherine and Stan Massey. MMM was in high gear providing food, water, pet supplies, generators and camping equipment, clothing, baby items, paper goods, toiletries, and first aid products for 8 counties. Many people were trapped in their homes because of washed out roads and bridges. The Masseys were not deterred; they were coordinating deliveries – even delivering hay bales to stranded horses and cattle. Michael’s prayers to help the hurricane victims were answered. God directed him to plan a trip to N. C. as soon as he got home – on the way, part of the divine instruction: purchase a utility trailer for use in His ministry.
We took Mission Possible Ministries on the road, heading for N. Carolina and MMM. It was amazing to see the magnitude of supplies that had been donated from a variety of resources and the volunteers that continually showed up to offer their services. Local companies provided their employees opportunities to assist. Clothing was sorted in the basement of a nearby apartment building; food boxes and any items necessary for day-to-day survival were filled by production line assembly. Deliveries were made where needed. Walk-ins were welcomed and provided for.
Seeing the devastation from the hurricane first hand had a tremendous impact. So did the level of compassion and provision for those in desperate need. Yet beyond the physical supplies, spiritual needs were filled, as well. No one left without a personal, heart-felt prayer from Catherine Massey. God was present in the service of this ministry. Valuable lessons were demonstrated for us to witness and emulate.
In 2025, more trips to downtown Knoxville with members of our Hungry Hearts Life Group volunteering. We were able to serve inside the KARM shelter with homemade meals. We were granted permission each time we served to share the Gospel with the groups as they completed their meals. This is truly the most rewarding part of God’s service: to glorify the One providing the meal. Handing out bibles, etc. is never enough. Witnessing for Christ is more effective.
The members of our Hungry Hearts Life Group also benefit from the free hot meals provided each Monday night at First Baptist Church of Sevierville. Time to offer a little pay back. May, 2025, these wonderful Life Group members teamed up with MPM to host “Picnic in the Park” for the regular church volunteers that serve in the Hot Meals ministry.
Great Food; great fellowship; the picnic was a fun way to say “thank you” to all the volunteers of this church ministry and how they lovingly serve the community every single week.
October, 2025: MISSION POSSIBLE MINISTRIES (MPM) made a second trip to assist Musicians Mission of Mercy in N. Carolina. We were surprised that the ministry facility was as close to empty as we would not have imagined. Stan and Catherine Massey were not deterred, nor did they have an attitude of defeat. Both know God’s faithful provision that allows them to continue serving others for His glory. Catherine refers to God as an “11th hour“ provider. He comes through often at the last possible moment with much needed supplies.
To Michael and me, this translates as God is testing our faith and reliance on Him. He’s reminding us, “Trust Me. Have I ever failed you?” God has proven His faithfulness and perfect timing to the Masseys countless times. This time was no different. We went on a grocery shopping trip with Stan to purchase basic food items. MPM was able to assist with funds needed for the large purchase. Then the fun part: packing the boxes of food for delivery.
The following month, November 2025, we made one more trip to N.C. This time, Michael drove his jeep and I drove my pickup truck. I was not using my pickup much in those days; I had a car gifted to me from my Mother-in-law. The Masseys had been keeping us updated on a special “sister in Christ”. She is a veteran and without a vehicle. A fund raiser was planned in the community of West Jefferson to get a vehicle for her. God had other plans.
With the title in hand, we presented her with her “new” vehicle. A delightful woman with a big heart, she is now serving the Lord much as she used to do before she was without transportation. God reminded Michael and me: not our will, but His and to be better stewards of His blessings to us.
December 2025, God directed His ministry to fulfill basic grocery needs for the Helping Hands ministry of First Baptist Church of Sevierville. The church ministry had, previously in the year, requested 10 specific items from the church congregation as donations. Donations poured in, however, during the holidays, those donations dwindled.
MPM sought assistance from the local Kroger Food Store to order the products. Management responded with gracious cooperation. Within two days of order placement, we were able to load up the utility trailer and deliver to Helping Hands: mac and cheese mixes, corn muffin mixes, peanut butter, saltine crackers, fruit cocktail, canned green beans, rice, pinto beans, pasta, and soup. Enough for 100 community neighbors to be served.
The new year brought immediate needs to be fulfilled. The Musicians Mission of Mercy ministry in N. Carolina was extremely low on food supplies. Because of the cooperative effort we established with Kroger, we placed another grocery order. The trailer was filled with 9 food staples, 100 of each. We were back on the road again to deliver and help fill food boxes with Stan and Catherine Massey in the 1st week of January 2026.
Late January brought the first of the two winter storms with temperatures plunging to dangerous levels. The homeless of Sevierville were in desperate need of shelter. The local Salvation Army, directed by Captain Stephanie Vincent, opened the doors for a “warming center”. They temporarily housed some of the most vulnerable for nearly two weeks. From our kitchen, we cooked 3 pork roasts, 15 lbs. potatoes, 4 lbs. carrots, enough to feed several people for 2-3 days. Added to the main course: cases of waters, cakes, salads, bread – all delivered while the roads were still passable. We were so thankful that the Salvation Army stepped up to offer shelter and many took advantage of their hospitality.
February and March brought other opportunities to supply grocery items to the Helping Hands ministry of First Baptist Church of Sevierville. Kroger came through again, despite difficulty refilling their shelves from the back-to-back winter storms. 1000 items were delivered to HH in the 1st week of these months. Additionally, God blessed His ministry again with a flatbed trailer. Additionally, God blessed His ministry again with a flatbed trailer.
2026 is off to a great start. How will God lead us? Only He knows. We are privileged each time He gives us a vision – an opportunity to serve others and glorify His holy name.
Before Thanksgiving 2025, Michael was convicted that his time away from home as an over-the-road truckdriver had come to an end. It was time to focus on God’s ministry. Through his 13 years of driving, completing over one million miles, he was afforded special alone time with the Lord. Michael was also blessed to witness much of God’s creation. The picture below is one of the many sunrises he witnessed from the cab of his truck.
"For the ministry of this service is not only fully supplying the needs of the saints, but is also overflowing through many thanksgivings to God."
2 Corinthians 9:12
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