In 1981, Canaan Land Ministries was founded by Mac Gober, a former motorcycle hoodlum. Since then, Mac has helped hundreds of young men turn otherwise lost and broken lives into productive and fruitful lives.
Canaan Land is a non-profit, non-denominational Christian home. Men 18 years and older can apply to become students in the one-year program. Some men come to Canaan Land as an alternative to prison. Judges, district attorneys and probation officers work closely with the staff to help some men to reestablish their good name. Some men come to Canaan Land as drifters or from broken homes. Others are recommended by pastors or friends. Still others are battling substance abuse, alcohol or some other form of harmful addiction.
Much of Canaan Land’s success is due to the staffs commitment to love and care for the students and to provide DIRECTION WITH AFFECTION. The home offers a well-rounded activity schedule that includes Bible study, prayer, counseling and daily work responsibilities.
Students watch videos or listen to tapes, which motivate them in the right direction. They have ample time for letter writing, fishing, canoeing, weight lifting, volleyball, basketball, special field trips and outings, reading and much more. Those who never graduated from high school can study to earn their G.E.D.
The entire program is totally free to the students and his family. The only responsibility a student has for one year is to get his life straightened out! Graduating students have a healthy and respectful outlook on life. They have the tools to start, develop or rekindle relationships in a healthy and respectful manner. They have a firm belief in God and the power of Jesus to direct their lives. For the first time in their lives, many believe in and accept themselves.
If you would like more information on entering the program;