Influence Livestock Ministries Aims to Reach Youth in the Show Ring and Beyond

Описание: In today’s Beef Buzz, senior farm and ranch broadcaster Ron Hays speaks with Beth Pembrook of Pembrook Cattle Company of Fairview, Oklahoma about a new faith-based effort aimed at making a positive impact within the livestock show industry. While many producers focus on raising quality cattle and livestock, Pembrook says her family felt called to also invest in the spiritual well-being of young people involved in the show scene through a newly launched effort called Influence Livestock Ministries.

Pembrook explains the ministry grew out of a simple beginning. “It started with a men’s Bible study that my husband would have been involved in,” she said, noting that what began with about 15 men meeting weekly has expanded to include around 100 people across multiple studies. She added that the wives later formed their own Bible study, and the growth reinforced the need for something more structured and far-reaching.

Following the passing of her husband, Travis, last summer, Pembrook says the vision became even clearer. “The last few days there, he told us, ‘We have a project to get started,’” she shared. Pembrook said the overwhelming support from people across the country has been both humbling and affirming, calling the ministry “a mission that we needed to do as a family.”

The goal of Influence Livestock Ministries, according to Pembrook, is to reach kids of all ages with small, localized Bible studies. “We’re trying to get a Bible study for kids of all ages scattered across the country,” she said, adding that the long-term vision is to have leaders helping “lead those young kids to Christ.” The livestock show circuit provides a natural opportunity to connect, given the extended time families spend together at major events. #godisgood #livestock #livestockshow #god #jesus