Our Ministry
About This Ministry
Founded in faith. Built on love. Sent to the world.
Founded
August 1, 2019
How It Began
Our Story
Speaking the Truth in Love Ministries was incorporated on August 1, 2019, born out of a deep conviction that the church must go beyond its four walls to reach the people Jesus described in Luke 14:23 — those on the highways and hedges, the forgotten, the marginalized, and the hurting.
From the beginning, this ministry has operated as a church without walls — not bound to a building, but sent into the community, the roads, and the lives of people who may never walk through a traditional church door. The mission is simple: speak the truth, do it in love, and go where the need is.
What started as a calling became a nonprofit ministry, and that ministry became a coalition — partnering with others through the Arkansas Hope Coalition to serve the whole person: body, soul, and spirit. Every sermon, every outreach event, every podcast episode is an extension of that original call.
The Scripture We Stand On
Our Biblical Foundation
"Instead, speaking the truth in love, we will grow to become in every respect the mature body of him who is the head, that is, Christ. From him the whole body, joined and held together by every supporting ligament, grows and builds itself up in love, as each part does its work."
Ephesians 4:15-16 (NIV)
This passage is the heartbeat of everything we do. We are called to speak truth — not harshly, not with condemnation, but in love. And we believe that when every part of the body of Christ does its work, the whole body grows. That is the vision: a body of believers, each doing their part, building one another up, and reaching outward to a world in need.
Who We Are
Leadership
Apostle Stephanie Diane Clark
Founder, Ordained Minister & Apostle
Apostle Stephanie Diane Clark is the founder of Speaking the Truth in Love Ministries. Called and ordained as a minister and apostle, she has dedicated her life to reaching the lost, the hurting, and the overlooked with the gospel of Jesus Christ. Her ministry is marked by boldness in truth, warmth in love, and an unwavering commitment to going where the need is greatest.
Apostle Clark founded this ministry on August 1, 2019, with a vision that has only grown since: a church without walls, compelled by love, sent to the highways and hedges of Arkansas and beyond. She brings over 20 years of ministry experience and more than 13 years of teaching in educational settings — a depth of calling and formation that shapes every sermon, every outreach, and every life she touches. She leads outreach efforts, teaches through sermons and the podcast, and partners with the Arkansas Hope Coalition to serve communities across the state. Her academic formation deepens her ministry: she holds a B.S. in Family and Consumer Science with an emphasis in Child Development, and is completing a Master of Arts in Leadership in Higher Education from Mid-America Christian University (graduating May 2027) — equipping her to lead with both pastoral wisdom and scholarly depth.
Education
Master of Arts in Leadership in Higher Education
Mid-America Christian University
May 2027 (anticipated)
Bachelor of Science in Family and Consumer Science
Emphasis in Child Development
20+ Years in Ministry
Ordained Apostle & Minister
13+ Years in Education
Classroom Teaching Experience
"I was not called to stay inside four walls. I was called to go — to the highways, to the hedges, to the people the world has forgotten. That is where Jesus went. That is where we go."
Coming Soon
Touched
A book by Apostle Stephanie Diane Clark
Author
A Message Beyond the Pulpit
Apostle Clark is also an author. Her upcoming book, Touched: Violation of Trust Versus Forgiveness & Healing, carries the same heart behind her ministry — a courageous journey from betrayal to forgiveness and wholeness through the power of God's grace.
Learn More About the BookCore Convictions
What We Believe
A Statement of Faith
The Bible
We believe the Holy Bible is the inspired, infallible Word of God — the supreme authority for faith and life.
The Trinity
We believe in one God, eternally existing in three persons: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.
Jesus Christ
We believe in the deity of Jesus Christ, His virgin birth, sinless life, atoning death, bodily resurrection, and His coming return.
Salvation
We believe salvation is by grace through faith in Jesus Christ alone — not by works, but by the finished work of the cross.
The Holy Spirit
We believe in the present ministry of the Holy Spirit, who indwells, empowers, and guides every believer.
The Church
We believe the church is the body of Christ — not a building, but a people sent into the world to love, serve, and proclaim the gospel.
The Great Commission
We believe every follower of Jesus is called to make disciples of all nations — including those on the highways and hedges.
Love in Truth
We believe truth and love are inseparable. We are called to speak the truth in love, growing together into the fullness of Christ.
Come As You Are
Whether you are searching, hurting, or simply curious — you are welcome here. This ministry exists for you.
"Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest." — Matthew 11:28
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