THE STORY
A Prayer
MARCH 2012
This prayer is where it all started…
“There has to be more-what is our Purpose?”
February 2013
A Calling
The Lord called Josh and Erin Wirtmiller to youth ministry and the name YIPOA was born.
May 2014
A Prophecy
A prophetic word was given “You will teach and train them how to have a passionate life with Christ… revival fire wherever you go!”
June 2014
A Fast
Josh and Erin fasted and prayed for what was next in their ministry-knowing God had called them to big things!
A Vision
God gave Josh a supernatural vision of a non-profit adventure center with the heart revival!
July 2014
August 2014
A Dream
God gave confirmation for the vision through a stranger using a supernatural dream!
September 2014
A Plan
We began putting together a business plan, architectural drawings & campaign material.
October 2015
A Non-Profit
YIPOA officially became a 501c-3 non-profit corporation.
MARCH 2016
A Detour
God began to speak, “you will build a ministry before you build a building.”
February 2017
A Trailer
We raised money, bought extreme sports equipment and a trailer and began serving the community of underprivileged teenagers!
January 2018
A Project
We launched YIPOA Wake Up projects — partnering with schools and churches to awaken youth to love Jesus and live out the gospel.
February 2021
The Land
Through much prayer and fasting God led us to 40 acres right off of Highway 65 in Ozark, Missouri. Over $300k was raised and we purchased the land!.
A BuilDing
2022 - 2023
We secured our construction loan and built the first 6,300 square foot building with the miracle resources that God provided through generous donors like you!
Grand Opening
Coming 2024
We can say in confidence that God’s presence rests on this land and fills YIPOA Center. Whether you are visiting during our public hours for admission, a yearly member or attending an event we know that you will encounter the love of Jesus!
