J2:18

09/05/2026

This is why anti-trafficking work matters in Middle Georgia.

Not somewhere far away.
Not only in large cities.
Here.

A recent multi-county investigation involving Bibb County alleges that a 17-year-old girl, who had previously been reported missing, was trafficked across Georgia.

According to investigators, she was allegedly photographed and advertised online, transported for commercial s*x, and exploited for financial gain. The investigation has resulted in eight people being indicted across Bibb, McDuffie and Richmond counties.

Reporting from the indictment also alleges that hotel rooms in the Macon area were used during her exploitation.

This is why awareness matters.

This is why hotel outreach matters.

This is why relationships matter.

This is why we keep showing up.

Human trafficking does not always look like a stranger kidnapping someone from a parking lot. Sometimes it looks like a missing teenager. A hotel room. An online advertisement. Someone providing transportation. Someone making a reservation. Someone profiting. Someone purchasing access.

And somewhere in the middle of all of it is a person who needs someone to recognize what is happening and see her, not the circumstances surrounding her.

At J2:18, we believe intervention can happen at many points along that road.

Through outreach, education, prayer, relationship, resources and pathways toward freedom, our goal is to continue placing people in the spaces where exploitation can be interrupted and hope can enter.

Cases like this remind us why the work cannot stop.

**Human trafficking is happening in our communities.
So the response must be in our communities too.**

We are grateful for the local, state and federal law-enforcement agencies working together to recover victims and pursue those responsible. And we remain committed to doing our part on the other side of that work: reaching, loving, educating, supporting and walking alongside those impacted by exploitation.

If you have ever wondered whether there is really a need for anti-trafficking work in Middle Georgia, we encourage you to read the article below.

There is a place for you in this work. 🤍 Message us directly if you want more information on how to get involved.

*The individuals discussed in the linked article have been indicted and are presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty.*

Attorney General Chris Carr said eight people, including a woman from Macon, were arrested in connection to trafficking a 17-year-old across the state.

08/22/2026

Today, J2:18 held our very first Volunteer Orientation and Training—and what a beautiful beginning it was! ❤️

We were so encouraged to see fresh faces answer the call to join the anti-trafficking movement. Our time together was filled with prayer, hope, encouragement, new ideas, and training on the different outreach opportunities J2:18 offers. We also went over the various pathways to freedom available to survivors—honoring each woman’s voice, dignity, and freedom to choose her own next step.

We are incredibly excited about this new season and grateful for every person who chose to show up and say, “Yes, I want to help.”

Please join us in praying over our new friends as they step into this movement. May God guide them, equip them, and use their willingness to help women recognize that they are seen, valued, and deeply loved.

If you are interested in volunteering or learning more about how you can get involved with J2:18, please reach out! We will be scheduling another Volunteer Orientation and Training soon.

Together, we can help create pathways to freedom. 💜

08/21/2026

Sometimes hope begins with a simple encounter.

Through J2:18’s Encounter Night outreach, trained teams connect with women working in a local strip club by offering encouragement, small gifts, prayer, and—most importantly—genuine relationship.

We do not enter this space to judge, pressure, or make anyone feel like a project. We go to listen, build trust, and remind each woman that she is seen, valued, and deeply loved by God.

God opens the door for this to happen. Building relationships through encountering one another is the heart of this outreach. Through consistent visits and authentic conversations, we want the women we meet to know that our care is not conditional—and that we will still be there when they are ready for support, resources, prayer, or simply someone safe to talk to.

Encounter Night is an opportunity to carry the love of Jesus into a place many people overlook and to offer hope without condemnation.

If you have a compassionate heart, understand the importance of meeting people where they are, or feel called to help women recognize their God-given worth, we invite you to learn more at J2:18’s New Volunteer Orientation & Training tomorrow.

📅 Saturday, August 22, 2026
⏰ 9:00 AM–2:00 PM
🍽️ Lunch will be provided.

Come learn about J2:18’s mission, trauma-informed outreach, healthy boundaries, and the different ways you can help us build meaningful, lasting connections.

Reserve your spot here:

🔗 https://signup.com/client/invitation2/secure/35997866079/false #/invitation

No judgment. No pressure. Just consistency, connection, and the kind of love that reminds a woman she has never been forgotten. ❤️

08/20/2026

What if one of the most meaningful things you could do as a couple was carry hope together?

During J2:18’s Princess Night outreach, trained volunteers go into local street areas to connect with women who may be caught in exploitation or “the life.” Each woman is offered a rose, a hotline number, prayer, encouragement, and—most importantly—a genuine connection to people who will be there when she is ready to reach out.

We do not go to judge, pressure, or rescue someone in a single encounter. We go to remind her that she is seen, valued, and worthy of love—and that her story is not over.

Princess Night is also a powerful opportunity for husbands and wives, engaged couples, and men and women of faith to serve together.

Women often make the face-to-face connection—offering the rose, listening, praying, and speaking hope. But men are essential to every Princess Night. We need trustworthy men to drive, provide door support, watch over the team, and help ensure that everyone can serve safely.

Men, you are not simply standing in the background. Your presence, wisdom, and willingness to protect help make every compassionate encounter possible.

Couples may serve in different roles, but they serve one mission: carrying the love of Jesus into dark places and reminding women that hope is still within reach.

If you and your spouse have been looking for a meaningful way to serve together—or if you are an individual who feels drawn to this mission—we invite you to attend J2:18’s New Volunteer Orientation & Training this Saturday.

📅 Saturday, August 22, 2026
⏰ 9:00 AM–2:00 PM
🍽️ Lunch will be provided.

Come learn about J2:18, Princess Night, trauma-informed outreach, healthy boundaries, safety, and the different roles available for both women and men.

Reserve your spot here:

🔗 https://signup.com/client/invitation2/secure/35997866079/false #/invitation

A rose. A prayer. A connection. A message of hope.

Sometimes one couple choosing to serve together can help another woman believe that a different life is possible. 🌹

08/20/2026

What if your church, small group, or ministry team could carry hope beyond the walls of the church and directly to women who need to know they have not been forgotten?

Through J2:18’s Hotel Outreach, trained volunteers enter local hotel and motel areas to offer women prayer, encouragement, helpful resources, and a genuine connection to ongoing support. We meet women where they are—with compassion, dignity, and no condemnation.

This outreach is not about having all the right words. It is about being willing to show up, listen, pray, and remind someone that she is seen by God and that hope is still available.

We would love to connect with individuals, churches, Bible study groups, and small groups looking for a meaningful way to put their faith into action. Whether you feel called to participate directly, support outreach efforts, pray, or help provide resources, there is a place for you to make a difference.

Our New Volunteer Orientation & Training is this Saturday!

📅 Saturday, August 22, 2026
⏰ 9:00 AM–2:00 PM
🍽️ Lunch will be provided.

Come learn more about J2:18’s mission, trauma-informed care, healthy boundaries, and the different ways you, your church, or your small group can become involved.

Reserve your spot here:

🔗 https://signup.com/client/invitation2/secure/35997866079/false #/invitation

The Church was never meant to remain inside four walls. Together, we can take the love of Jesus directly to women who need to encounter it. ❤️

08/19/2026

What if the parts of your story you once wanted to hide could become a bridge of hope for someone else?

Through J2:18’s Jail Ministry, we enter the Bibb County Jail to meet women at one of the most vulnerable and pivotal moments of their lives. We offer mentorship, prayer, encouragement, resources, and practical information as they navigate the legal system. Most importantly, we remind them that they are seen, loved, and not beyond the reach of God’s grace.

This ministry is about more than a single visit. It is about walking alongside women through difficult seasons, sharing our faith, and helping them recognize that their current circumstances do not have to define their future.

You do not need a perfect story or an impressive résumé to make a difference. Sometimes the experiences that once made us feel unqualified are the very things God can use to help us connect with someone who needs hope.

If you have a heart for women, believe in restoration, or feel drawn to serve in a meaningful way, we invite you to learn more at our New Volunteer Orientation & Training this Saturday.

📅 Saturday, August 22, 2026
⏰ 9:00 AM–2:00 PM
🍽️ Lunch will be provided.

Come learn about J2:18, the women we serve, trauma-informed care, healthy boundaries, and the different ways you can become involved.

Reserve your spot here:

🔗 https://signup.com/client/invitation2/secure/35997866079/false #/invitation

Your story may be part of what equips you to help another woman believe that hers is not over. ❤️

08/12/2026

Registration is OPEN for our **J2:18 Volunteer Orientation & Training!** ❤️

PLEASE FEEL FREE TO SHARE THIS INFORMATION 😀

If you’ve been thinking about getting involved, this is a great opportunity to come learn more about J2:18, the women we serve, and the different ways you can be part of the mission. You are absolutely welcome to attend even if you’re still just checking things out!

**If you have already submitted a volunteer application, it’s important that you attend this training.**

Current volunteers are also strongly encouraged to join us.

📅 **Saturday, August 22**
⏰ **9:00 AM–2:00 PM**
📍 **The Bridge Church, Warner Robins**
🍽️ **Lunch provided**

Please sign up **no later than Tuesday, August 18** so we can plan for lunch and prepare enough training materials for everyone.

We’d love to have you with us!

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08/06/2026

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07/04/2026

🇺🇸 Happy Independence Day from J2:18! 🇺🇸

Today we celebrate 250 years of the freedoms so many have fought to protect.

As we wave our flags and gather with those we love, we’re also reminded that for some women, the journey to freedom is still unfolding. Freedom can mean safety instead of fear. Hope instead of despair. A future instead of surviving one more day.

At J2:18, we believe every woman deserves the opportunity to experience that kind of freedom. Together, we help remove barriers, walk alongside her journey, and remind her that a new beginning is possible.

As we celebrate the blessings of liberty today, may we also be inspired to bring hope and freedom to those still waiting for both.

Happy 250th Independence Day, America! 🇺🇸

“It is for freedom that Christ has set us free.” — Galatians 5:1

06/21/2026

Happy Father’s Day

We know that Father’s Day can bring a variety of emotions and memories.

Today, we honor the fathers and father figures who have chosen to love well, lead well, and make a lasting difference in the lives of those around them.

We are grateful for the men who serve our community with humility, compassion, and faithfulness.