Full Time Ministry Launch……a word from Bill Maner
Over the past several months, God has been preparing my heart for the next phase of work and ministry. After much prayer and reflection, Kim and I believe now is the time to step out in faith and follow His calling to full-time ministry with Active Impact International.
We are grateful for the last eight years at Mt. Salus Christian School and have been blessed by the school board's support as we take this step in faith. While this is a difficult step, we feel strongly that God is leading us forward.
Over the last 20 years, God has been using us through basketball, education, service, and community building. This new season of work and ministry aligns those things in a new way through Active Impact International Ministries.
I invite you to learn more by exploring the Active Impact International website, where you’ll find a short videos sharing more about this mission:
👉Ministry Launch Videos Link
Our Mission: Impacting Lives Through Basketball and Education
My goal is to use the gifts God has given me—language, cultural experience, education, and basketball—both locally and internationally. Through Active Impact International, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit founded 14 years ago, we plan to use sports and education as tools to share the Gospel in several ways:
Basketball Clinics & Camps: Hosting events in partnership with churches to reach communities with the message of Christ.
School Engagement & Professional Development: Working with schools—locally, nationally, and internationally—to provide training, mentorship, and Gospel-centered education initiatives.
Discipleship & Follow-Up: Establishing meaningful partnerships to ensure that those impacted continue to grow in faith and community.
This work is centered on sharing the Gospel and fostering Christian leadership through meaningful, long-term partnerships.
How You Can Support This Mission
As we step out in faith, we need your prayers and support to make this mission possible.
🙏 Prayer: Please pray for wisdom, provision, and the impact of this ministry.
💰 Financial Support: Active Impact International is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, and we are raising financial support to launch this as a full-time ministry as the Lord leads. Early financial contributions will allow us to plan effectively. Giving Information Link
🤝 Partnerships: We are seeking churches, schools, families, and individuals to help build strong partnerships that will sustain this ministry for the long term.
Save the Date: 3 on 3 Basketball
🏀 April 12, 2025 – 3-on-3 Basketball Tournament Fundraiser
Held at the Hartfield Academy gym, this tournament will help raise funds for Active Impact.
Thank you for taking the time to read this. If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to reach out. We will continue updating the website as plans develop.
May God bless you, and thank you for your prayers and support!
In Christ,
Bill (William) & Kim and Family