2 Chronicles 7:14 "If my people, which are called by my name, shall humble themselves, and pray, and seek my face, and turn from their wicked ways; then will I hear from heaven, and will forgive their sin, and will heal their land."  

Prayer support at events that advance the Kingdom is vital. I prayerfully plan, organize, and mobilize prayer teams, both remote and onsite for events.  Recently I was the prayer director for the International Religious Freedom Summit in Washington DC.  Additionally I am honored to help coordinate, facilitate, or be a presenter at prayer events like National Day of Prayer or capital prayer gatherings across the country, prayer zoom calls, or conferences.  

Ministry services are highly adaptable, customized to a group’s unique setting and circumstances.  It may look something like this - 

Thursday - travel day arrive

Friday - afternoon meal with host/leadership

              evening service, an introduction to the teaching

Saturday - morning congregational workshop/training

                   afternoon leadership or small group encouragement/consultation with prayer ministry

Sunday - preaching at morning services

                 evening renewal/revival or healing service with prayer ministry

Monday - travel day home

It is my sincere desire that every person in attendance have an encounter with the Holy Spirit. How and when the Lord does this is up to Him.  At a healing service, after a brief time of teaching and testimonies, prayer ministry is offered to all in a manner approved by the leadership. Individual prayer ministry not only depends on the size of the gathering but how long people are willing to stay. I sometimes like to include the hosting church elders/prayer team to help when needed so everyone who desires gets attended to personally.  I may pray for people in groups based on different categories as well as some individuals as led by the Lord, especially those with life threatening diseases.  Often it’s best to just trust the Lord to lead each personal prayer, perhaps allowing a brief request but not a lengthy or complex story.  People can then relax and receive, plus they are often pleasantly surprised at the accuracy prayed for them.   If a highly complex or lengthy prayer request arises, I may gently and respectfully point them back to the hosting pastoral team for counseling support and continued discipleship as needed. If my wife Rebecca attends, we often pray as a team.

While yes, this is how I make a living,  I work for God and not for money.  If your congregation has financial need, I will still come at my own expense as the Lord leads.  I’ve done it many times.  That said, most congregations cover travel expenses and either pay me a set honorarium or do love offerings at each service.  Sometimes in generous cases the host does a combination of both. 

However you decide, I only ask for the offering to go home with me in the form of one check made out to Anointed 2 Go.  It’s best for me to not carry cash when traveling, but instead to have offerings of checks and cash go to the church, then the church write one check to Anointed 2 Go.  Individuals may also donate through Venmo to “Jaywonderfulwest” (since we discovered Jay West is common name on Venmo, a friend gave me this nickname). 

If reimbursing me for travel expenses, I ask the reimbursement be sent within 2 weeks so I can promptly pay off any balance on my card.

I have authored several books filled with Scripture, testimonies, and reflection questions for personal application or group discussion.  If I'm driving to your location I can bring books with me.  Otherwise I normally take orders with a sign up sheet and mail them to the church office after the event. 

TRANSPORTATION

Typically the host reimburses me for my travel expenses, but how they are covered or shared is all negotiable. If relatively close to Omaha, I may save the expense of airfare and drive.  If driving is not feasible, I purchase the airfare, mindful of your Kingdom dollars and your convenience with my arrival and departure times. 

Additionally to save on the cost of uber or car rental, typically all ground transportation is provided by the hosting pastor or delegated leaders. 

LODGING

Most groups save the expense of a hotel by putting me in the pastor’s or ministry leader’s home.  This works best when the hosts have a quiet home with ample space, preferably my own bathroom, a closet to hang up a few clothing items,  and since I’m a pretty tall guy (6’7’’), at least a queen size bed.    Please do not host me in a single women's home to avoid any negative appearance as a faithfully married man. When this option is not feasible, I can book a nearby hotel, comparable to a Holiday Inn Express.  

MEALS 

To save on meals, it is perfectly acceptable to have home cooked meals by the hosting family. I am most grateful for whatever is prepared.  I have one request and a few preferences to maintain a healthy weight - continential or fully cooked breakfast is important to start my day along with a hot cup of coffee with flavored cream (bonus - a local coffee shop).

I typically avoid the following foods: Tuna, Oysters, Liver, Sushi. and Red Sauce

DOWN TIME, SITE SEEING

Many hosts ask if during some down time  I would like a tour of the city or to do some entertaining site seeing.  While this is a gracious offer, I am not coming for a vacation.  I am coming to serve, seek the Lord, and pray for you and your team. Leaders are busy.  Please don’t feel as if you have to entertain me and it’s okay if you have appointments or other issues to address that require your attention.

DRESS

Most places these days speakers dress very casually (jeans, khaki's, polos), but some groups prefer something a little dressier.  Please advise so I pack accordingly and honor the culture you have established. 

1. Start by initiating regular prayer several weeks before the event. 

2. Try not to have many competing options for people to attend while I am there.  For the best Kingdom value and results, please make my visit a priority for the selected dates. 

3. How you communicate the event to your people is very important. After determining the weekend schedule, encourage attendance and advertise at least 2-3 weeks in advance. 

4. Having skilled/anointed worship leaders is so valuable.  Worship invites His presence and helps us clear our minds to draw near to God before the teachings and testimonies.   If possible, schedule worship leaders for each service.  

5. If the size of the group is large, having your elders and/or prayer team in attendance and ready to serve if called upon is very helpful to ensure all members of your group are ministered to. 

6. I normally preach 30-45 minutes on a Sunday morning.  I'm there to serve you so if less time is desired, please advise me in advance.

7. When books are made available, having a display table in a prominent location is helpful. 

8. Try to work out as many logistical details beforehand as possible. 

1 Timothy 2:1-2 "First of all, then, I urge that supplications, prayers, intercessions, and thanksgivings be made for all people, for kings and all who are in high positions, that we may lead a peaceful and quiet life, godly and dignified in every way." 

I am a bi-partisan intercessor and frequently meet with political leaders on the local, state, and national level. I offer prayer, not opinions, not agendas, but prayer for confidential concerns, so elected officials can do their jobs with diligence, wisdom, and skill in the power of the Holy Spirit.  Please contact me to set up your appointment.