Roy Klobnak at Afton Assembly of God - Speaking about From the Heart Ministries
The Roy Klobnak Evangelistic Association began in the hearts of Roy and Cathy in 1977 and was founded in 1978 in
Des Moines, Iowa. Roy studied with the Assemblies of God. Roy and Cathy are ordained ministers through the International Association of Ministries (http://theiaminc.org/). Julie and Michael are licensed through the International Association of Ministries.
The ministry began a radio program that year entitled “Road to Victory” and aired weekly on Saturday mornings on KWKY, continuing until 1980.
During that same year, Roy and Cathy began to hold church services at the local YMCA in downtown Des Moines, Iowa. God had given them a vision for a new church called Victory Chapel (see pictures below). They purchased a 35’ x 70’ mobile home, which had been completely gutted, and put it on the lot that now holds a 60 x 100 ft. facility. The sanctuary located in the front of this mobile home was 35 feet long. The remainder of the facility held two bathrooms, and a nursery.
So many miracles happened in the finishing of this chapel and the subsequent larger center, as well as many miracles being wrought by the Lord during the services. No one attending a service could deny that the power of the Holy Spirit was present to heal and deliver those in need.
Roy and Cathy have also taught lay ministry, children's and youth ministries, as well as for GILEAD Ministries.
Roy and Cathy have been recognized by the state of Iowa by receiving two Governor Volunteer Awards. Cathy received a Certificate of Appreciation by the Department of Education from the Des Moines Public Schools.
Prison Ministry
In 1987, God called Roy and Cathy out of the pastorate and into prison ministry. They were invited in December of 1987 to join Teen Challenge of the Midlands in presenting the Christmas story to the inmates at the Iowa Men’s Reformatory in Anamosa, Iowa. Since that time they have continued to share the gospel at the Anamosa prison.
Although Roy and Cathy have been involved in other ministry work since 1987, we believe our main calling is in the prison ministry. Since 1987, Roy and Cathy have been called to five other prisons to spread the good news of Jesus under the auspices of "From the Heart Ministries". Since 1994, From the Heart has visited the Correctional Release Center in Newton once a month. In 2001, From the Heart has visited the Fort Dodge Correctional Facility as often as we can get in. From 2002 until a few years ago, From the Heart visited the Correctional Release Center in Mitchellville on a periodic basis until we obtained a permanent spot once a month. Since 2006, From the Heart has visited the North Central Correctional Institute in Rockwell City as often as we can get in. Most recently in 2012, we were approved to visit Fort Madison prison and go as often as we can get in.
Other Events
Roy, Cathy, daughter Julie, granddaughter Summer, and family friend, Don Wilson, share about God and honor veterans through songs, skits, and Bible verses at care centers, senior meal sites, county fairs, lawn chair nights, Christian women's clubs, and senior centers. We believe in helping those lost find true love in God's eternal gift of life. Those who are in care centers are sometimes commonly known as "the forgotten". We take hope and healing to them when we bring the gospel inside the doors of those facilities. We know that we would want someone to come and share with us the good news that God loves us. Many of those in care centers have loved ones who live far away and who, even though they would like to do so, cannot just "drop in" on a daily or weekly basis. We treasure the opportunity to "fill the gap" until family can be there for them. We, too, cannot be with them as frequently as we would like to be, but we bring good news that the Lord is with them every day.
Personal Life
Roy and Cathy have three children and five grandchildren. Roy works with the Department of Corrections. Cathy is a homemaker and musician. Roy, Cathy and Michael are ordained ministers and Julie is licensed.
Individual Roles
Each of us use our God given talents to minister to lost souls. God gives everyone a talent, it is up to us to use it for His good. 1 Peter 4:10 As each one has received a gift, minister it to one another, as good stewards of the manifold grace of God.
Roy is our lead minister and event manager. He coordinates all of the extra events that we do besides prison ministries. By listening to God, he preaches and leads in prayer at the prisons. His knowledge of God's words and his love for God show in his commitment to this ministry. He also helps with the physical tasks of loading, unloading and setting up the music equipment. Roy goes to every prison and every event.
Cathy is our other lead minister, lead vocalist, and equipment manager. By listening to God, she preaches and leads in prayer at the prisons along with at the other events. She plans all the songs that will be sung and ensures they are ready to be played on either our equipment or the equipment provided at the prisons. Cathy ensures all the equipment is working and maintained. Cathy provides the lead when singing the songs. When singing, you can feel and hear God's love and Holy Spirit flowing through Cathy and ministering to everyone who listens with their heart. Cathy goes to every prison and every event.
Don is our other vocalist. He works with Cathy to present the songs chosen. He speaks God's word from his heart and shares stories as God directs him. Don shows his love of God and his kind spirit through the way he sings the songs. Don helps with the physical tasks of loading, unloading and setting up the music equipment. Don goes to every prison and every event.
Michael is a minister and speaker. By listening to God, Michael preaches and leads in prayer at the prisons. He brings God's message to those in need and is able to eloquently speak the words God has chosen for him. Michael goes to all the prisons and helps with the physical tasks with the music equipment.
Julie is a minister and speaker. By listening to God, Julie preaches in the prisons and bring forth life lessons that pertain to everyone. At special events, she helps with the physical tasks with the music equipment and acts as the photographer and video lead. Julie also manages this website. Julie goes to the women's prison and special events as work and school schedule allow.
Rebecca is the musician. She play the piano at the women's prison and shares her musical talents by playing special songs with the violin. Rebecca plays the music from her God given tender heart. You can hear the love of God through her music. Rebecca goes to the women's prison.
Summer is a vocalist, scripture reader and equipment helper. Summer sings songs with Cathy at special events. She brings God's message to others by speaking multiple scriptures she has memorized. She helps with the physical tasks with the music equipment. Summer goes to most of the special events as school schedule allows. Summer is looking forward to being old enough to minister to those in prison.
If you are interested in having Roy and Cathy minister at your church or event, please contact us at the button below.
Des Moines, Iowa. Roy studied with the Assemblies of God. Roy and Cathy are ordained ministers through the International Association of Ministries (http://theiaminc.org/). Julie and Michael are licensed through the International Association of Ministries.
The ministry began a radio program that year entitled “Road to Victory” and aired weekly on Saturday mornings on KWKY, continuing until 1980.
During that same year, Roy and Cathy began to hold church services at the local YMCA in downtown Des Moines, Iowa. God had given them a vision for a new church called Victory Chapel (see pictures below). They purchased a 35’ x 70’ mobile home, which had been completely gutted, and put it on the lot that now holds a 60 x 100 ft. facility. The sanctuary located in the front of this mobile home was 35 feet long. The remainder of the facility held two bathrooms, and a nursery.
So many miracles happened in the finishing of this chapel and the subsequent larger center, as well as many miracles being wrought by the Lord during the services. No one attending a service could deny that the power of the Holy Spirit was present to heal and deliver those in need.
Roy and Cathy have also taught lay ministry, children's and youth ministries, as well as for GILEAD Ministries.
Roy and Cathy have been recognized by the state of Iowa by receiving two Governor Volunteer Awards. Cathy received a Certificate of Appreciation by the Department of Education from the Des Moines Public Schools.
Prison Ministry
In 1987, God called Roy and Cathy out of the pastorate and into prison ministry. They were invited in December of 1987 to join Teen Challenge of the Midlands in presenting the Christmas story to the inmates at the Iowa Men’s Reformatory in Anamosa, Iowa. Since that time they have continued to share the gospel at the Anamosa prison.
Although Roy and Cathy have been involved in other ministry work since 1987, we believe our main calling is in the prison ministry. Since 1987, Roy and Cathy have been called to five other prisons to spread the good news of Jesus under the auspices of "From the Heart Ministries". Since 1994, From the Heart has visited the Correctional Release Center in Newton once a month. In 2001, From the Heart has visited the Fort Dodge Correctional Facility as often as we can get in. From 2002 until a few years ago, From the Heart visited the Correctional Release Center in Mitchellville on a periodic basis until we obtained a permanent spot once a month. Since 2006, From the Heart has visited the North Central Correctional Institute in Rockwell City as often as we can get in. Most recently in 2012, we were approved to visit Fort Madison prison and go as often as we can get in.
Other Events
Roy, Cathy, daughter Julie, granddaughter Summer, and family friend, Don Wilson, share about God and honor veterans through songs, skits, and Bible verses at care centers, senior meal sites, county fairs, lawn chair nights, Christian women's clubs, and senior centers. We believe in helping those lost find true love in God's eternal gift of life. Those who are in care centers are sometimes commonly known as "the forgotten". We take hope and healing to them when we bring the gospel inside the doors of those facilities. We know that we would want someone to come and share with us the good news that God loves us. Many of those in care centers have loved ones who live far away and who, even though they would like to do so, cannot just "drop in" on a daily or weekly basis. We treasure the opportunity to "fill the gap" until family can be there for them. We, too, cannot be with them as frequently as we would like to be, but we bring good news that the Lord is with them every day.
Personal Life
Roy and Cathy have three children and five grandchildren. Roy works with the Department of Corrections. Cathy is a homemaker and musician. Roy, Cathy and Michael are ordained ministers and Julie is licensed.
Individual Roles
Each of us use our God given talents to minister to lost souls. God gives everyone a talent, it is up to us to use it for His good. 1 Peter 4:10 As each one has received a gift, minister it to one another, as good stewards of the manifold grace of God.
Roy is our lead minister and event manager. He coordinates all of the extra events that we do besides prison ministries. By listening to God, he preaches and leads in prayer at the prisons. His knowledge of God's words and his love for God show in his commitment to this ministry. He also helps with the physical tasks of loading, unloading and setting up the music equipment. Roy goes to every prison and every event.
Cathy is our other lead minister, lead vocalist, and equipment manager. By listening to God, she preaches and leads in prayer at the prisons along with at the other events. She plans all the songs that will be sung and ensures they are ready to be played on either our equipment or the equipment provided at the prisons. Cathy ensures all the equipment is working and maintained. Cathy provides the lead when singing the songs. When singing, you can feel and hear God's love and Holy Spirit flowing through Cathy and ministering to everyone who listens with their heart. Cathy goes to every prison and every event.
Don is our other vocalist. He works with Cathy to present the songs chosen. He speaks God's word from his heart and shares stories as God directs him. Don shows his love of God and his kind spirit through the way he sings the songs. Don helps with the physical tasks of loading, unloading and setting up the music equipment. Don goes to every prison and every event.
Michael is a minister and speaker. By listening to God, Michael preaches and leads in prayer at the prisons. He brings God's message to those in need and is able to eloquently speak the words God has chosen for him. Michael goes to all the prisons and helps with the physical tasks with the music equipment.
Julie is a minister and speaker. By listening to God, Julie preaches in the prisons and bring forth life lessons that pertain to everyone. At special events, she helps with the physical tasks with the music equipment and acts as the photographer and video lead. Julie also manages this website. Julie goes to the women's prison and special events as work and school schedule allow.
Rebecca is the musician. She play the piano at the women's prison and shares her musical talents by playing special songs with the violin. Rebecca plays the music from her God given tender heart. You can hear the love of God through her music. Rebecca goes to the women's prison.
Summer is a vocalist, scripture reader and equipment helper. Summer sings songs with Cathy at special events. She brings God's message to others by speaking multiple scriptures she has memorized. She helps with the physical tasks with the music equipment. Summer goes to most of the special events as school schedule allows. Summer is looking forward to being old enough to minister to those in prison.
If you are interested in having Roy and Cathy minister at your church or event, please contact us at the button below.
