Founder and History of the way of life ministries

Christine S. Long was an anointed woman of God who humbly wore the mantle of apostle, pastor, teacher, evangelist and counselor. "Mother Long", as she was affectionately called, was committed to intensive bible study and was distinguished by her sincere dedication and substantial contribution to bringing men and women to maturity through the comprehensive study of the Holy Bible.

Dr. Long has been heralded as a "beacon of light" for the lost to be found, the hungry to be fed, the imprisoned to be visited and the bound to be set free.  In 1973, this passion led she and five other women to meet faithfully for bible study and fellowship.  As lives were changed and the word spread, the group outgrew the house setting.  Subsequently in 1984, Frontline Outreach Center and, later Miracle Tabernacle Church opened their doors to accommodate the increasing number of attendees.

After much prayer and fasting, "Mother Long" accepted the calling and mantle of Pastor with the primary focus on teaching, evangelizing and counseling.  She was inspired by the Holy Spirit from Nehemiah 8:10 to "...to send portions unto them for whom nothing is prepared..." Her humble submission to this inspiration gave birth to The Way of Life Ministries, Inc. in 1985.

Pastor Long continued to teach bible classes at the church's "Center for Biblical Instruction" at its Michigan Street location.  As the Lord added to the church, again the attendees outgrew the building's capacity.  In 1987, the Lord blessed Pastor Long and The Way of Life Ministries' Family with the purchase of its current place of worship on 638 N. Pine Hills Road.  Since residing at this location, the church has completed renovations and purchased two additional buildings adjacent to the main sanctuary.  

Pastor Long's heartfelt aspiration that "you shall know the truth and the truth shall make you free," continue to resound loudly and clearly throughout the body of believers at The Way of Life Ministries, Inc. as her legacy continues...