Frequently Asked Questions

Mission Gadarenes Ministries is a nonprofit, Christ-centered ministry devoted to prayer, deliverance, inner healing, discipleship, spiritual growth, and pastoral care. Our heart is to help people connect with God, find freedom, and grow in faith through prayer, teaching, community, and pastoral support.

We are a Christian organization. We believe in:

• Sola Scriptura — Scripture is our final authority (2 Timothy 3:16–17).
• Jesus Christ is Lord — fully God, fully man, and Savior of the world (John 1:1; John 14:6; Romans 10:9).
• Salvation by grace through faith (Ephesians 2:8–9).
• The power and presence of the Holy Spirit — who transforms, sanctifies, empowers, and distributes spiritual gifts (Acts 1:8; 1 Corinthians 12:4–11).
• The Great Commission — to make disciples of all nations (Matthew 28:18–20).
• Spiritual freedom, healing, and deliverance through the finished work of Jesus Christ (Luke 4:18; Mark 16:17).

Our ministry is built on Scripture, prayer, compassion, and the belief that Jesus still saves, heals, restores, and delivers today.

Mission Gadarenes Ministries is led by Pastor Cathiana Brantley, a seminary-trained pastor who attended Andrews University Theological Seminary and holds a Master of Arts in Pastoral Ministry (MAPM). She serves through Christ-centered preaching, biblical teaching, pastoral care, discipleship, deliverance prayer, spiritual support, and emotional-healing ministry.

Background & training includes:

• Registered Nurse (RN, BSN) with clinical, leadership, and nursing education experience.
• Nursing professor with a passion for teaching, mentoring, and helping people grow with clarity and confidence.
• Master of Arts in Pastoral Ministry (MAPM) and seminary training through Andrews University Theological Seminary.
• Training and experience in pastoral care, discipleship, biblical counseling, spiritual formation, ministry leadership, and Christ-centered preaching.
• Experience in prayer ministry, deliverance, Bible teaching, emotional healing, spiritual coaching, and helping believers understand identity, authority, spiritual gifts, and purpose.
• Currently pursuing nurse practitioner education through South University Online, with an anticipated graduation year of 2027.

Pastor Cathiana’s long-term professional vision includes eventually pursuing psychiatric-mental health nurse practitioner preparation so her healthcare background can more fully complement the ministry’s work at the intersection of mental, emotional, and spiritual wellness. That is a future goal rather than a current credential, and Mission Gadarenes remains clear that its present offerings are pastoral and spiritual in nature, not clinical mental-health treatment.

Yes. Mission Gadarenes Ministries, Inc. is a federally recognized 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.

The ministry has:

• A board of directors.
• Approved bylaws.
• Required IRS filings.
• Established nonprofit governance and accountability.

All ministry funds go directly to the nonprofit ministry, not to an individual.

Free services may include:

• Deliverance and inner-healing prayer sessions, when available.
• Prayer requests.
• Prayer line access.
• Digital resources such as Scripture guides, devotionals, and ministry resources.
• General ministry support, encouragement, and community.

Services with a small fee may include:

• Pastoral or spiritual counseling sessions.
• Discipleship community membership.
• Online courses and teaching materials.

This mix allows us to serve people in need regardless of financial status while also sustaining the ministry long-term.

We believe in offering as much spiritual care as we can free of charge, because the gospel is grace and many core ministry services remain free. However, like most ministries, we need resources to cover operational costs such as counseling time, teaching preparation, website hosting, ministry materials, administration, and outreach. Modest fees help fund the mission and allow us to continue offering free prayer, inner healing, deliverance, and community support. We keep pricing as low and accessible as possible because we value heart over profit.

No. Mission Gadarenes Ministries is a religious ministry offering pastoral and spiritual care, not clinical therapy.

• Our counseling is spiritual, Scripture-based, and pastoral.
• We do not diagnose or treat mental illness.
• We do not claim to be licensed counselors, psychologists, or therapists.

If during a session we believe someone needs professional mental-health support, such as a therapist, psychiatrist, or crisis intervention, we will lovingly encourage and refer them to licensed professionals.

Important: If you are in immediate danger or experiencing a crisis, please call 911, 988, or your local emergency service right away.

We understand. God’s love and care are not tied to your ability to pay. If you are experiencing financial hardship, please reach out. We may offer sliding scale, reduced-fee, or sponsored sessions depending on need and capacity. Our heart is to remove barriers whenever possible while stewarding the ministry responsibly.

All fees go directly into the ministry’s nonprofit account. They are used to cover:

• Operational expenses such as website, hosting, materials, and administrative costs.
• Time and resources for counseling and teaching.
• Outreach, prayer line support, and ministry growth.
• Providing free services for those who cannot pay.

We are committed to transparency regarding finances. If you would like more information, we are happy to share a general overview.

We welcome and appreciate partnership in many forms:

• Become a monthly mission partner. Even $5–$10 helps.
• Sponsor another person’s counseling session or course.
• Volunteer through prayer support, outreach, encouragement, or community building.
• Pray for the ministry, leadership, and the people we serve.

Every gift of time, talent, prayer, or financial support helps extend God’s love to more people.

• Deliverance and inner-healing prayer: Prayer ministry focused on spiritual healing, freedom, and restoration. These may be shorter sessions, group-based, or one-time opportunities.
• Spiritual or pastoral counseling: Private, more in-depth sessions for guidance, discipleship, spiritual growth, and support, similar to a pastor’s office ministry.
• Courses, discipleship, or membership: Structured teaching, group community, discipleship curriculum, and extended growth support over time.

Each serves a different need: healing and freedom, personal pastoral care, or ongoing discipleship and growth.

• Counseling sessions: If you cancel at least 24 hours ahead, you may be eligible for a full refund or reschedule unless otherwise arranged.
• Courses and memberships: Please review the product description. Generally, once material is accessed, refunds may not be available, but credit toward another offering may be considered when appropriate.
• Sliding-scale or sponsored sessions: These are handled case by case. Please reach out if finances are an issue.

Everyone is welcome regardless of background, spiritual history, financial status, or church affiliation. Our mission is to reach and support anyone longing for spiritual healing, prayer, discipleship, pastoral care, or deeper connection with God.