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, Cathy, Michael and Julie are ordained ministers through the International Association of Ministries (http://theiaminc.org/).
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, Don, Julie, and Summer share about God and honor veterans through songs, 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.
Roy is active in the church we attend by bringing the message when the pastor is unavailable, lightening of the candles, taking up the offering, maintaining the libriary and any other tasks he can help with. Cathy sings special songs and helps with the lightening of the candles, taking up the offering, and filling in with the music when the pastor is unavailable. Julie and Summer are the children's ministry leaders who work with children of all ages and those with special needs. On Easter and Christmas, Julie and Summer work with the children on providing a special music program. They also provide faith filled lesson about the Bible, ensure the children memorize versus and books of the Bible.
Personal Life
Roy and Cathy have three children and six grandchildren. Roy is retired from the Department of Corrections. Cathy is a homemaker and musician. Don is a farmer, Julie and Michael work full time jobs, Rebecca is a homemaker, and Summer works part time and goes to school.
Des Moines, Iowa. Roy studied with the Assemblies of God. Roy, Cathy, Michael and Julie are ordained ministers through the International Association of Ministries (http://theiaminc.org/).
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, Don, Julie, and Summer share about God and honor veterans through songs, 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.
Roy is active in the church we attend by bringing the message when the pastor is unavailable, lightening of the candles, taking up the offering, maintaining the libriary and any other tasks he can help with. Cathy sings special songs and helps with the lightening of the candles, taking up the offering, and filling in with the music when the pastor is unavailable. Julie and Summer are the children's ministry leaders who work with children of all ages and those with special needs. On Easter and Christmas, Julie and Summer work with the children on providing a special music program. They also provide faith filled lesson about the Bible, ensure the children memorize versus and books of the Bible.
Personal Life
Roy and Cathy have three children and six grandchildren. Roy is retired from the Department of Corrections. Cathy is a homemaker and musician. Don is a farmer, Julie and Michael work full time jobs, Rebecca is a homemaker, and Summer works part time and goes to school.
