Duplin Christian Outreach Ministry

Welcome to Duplin Christian Outreach Ministries

At Duplin Christian Outreach Ministries, we extend a warm and compassionate welcome to our community in Wallace, North Carolina. For over 10 years, we have been dedicated to serving and supporting our neighbors in times of crisis. Our mission is rooted in the belief that community strength comes from a shared commitment to helping one another.

Discover the Power of Community

In the face of unexpected challenges, we stand ready to provide a helping hand. Whether you’re facing unexpected unemployment, serious illness, release from incarceration, or the loss of a home due to fire or disaster, Duplin Christian Outreach Ministries is here for you. Our trained staff is committed to offering assistance, guidance, and referrals to partner agencies to address your specific needs.

About Duplin Christian Outreach Ministry

Man and Woman Carrying Medicine and Food Labelled Cardboard Boxes Behind a White Van

Duplin Christian Outreach Ministries endeavors to serve Duplin County citizens who are experiencing a crisis. We provide crisis assistance as resources are available and upon verification of need.

DCOM helps people when they are experiencing a crisis.

Crisis Definition: An unexpected situation or event that occurs beyond the control of the individual/family/household.

According to DCOM guidelines, crisis situations include (but not limited to):

unexpected unemployment
serious illness or hospitalization
release from incarceration
loss of home due to fire or disaster.

Meet the Team

Dr. Phil Gladden

Vice Board Chairman

The Vice-Chairperson is nominated by the Chairperson or another member of the Board of
Directors and confirmed by the Board of Directors in the absence of the Chairperson, the ViceChairperson conducts the meeting of the Board of Director, Additionally, the Vice-Chairperson
performs other duties as directed by the chairperson. Along with the President, Secretary, and
Treasurer, the Vice President serves on the Executive Committee which recommends matter of thr
business for the Board of Directors to consider and also serve as the Personnel Committee.

Jeralene Merritt

Executive Director

Jeralene has been with DCOM since the beginning and assumed the Executive Directors position in 2007. She oversees the operations of DCOM and manages the Crisis Center, interviewing and assisting the clients.

Connie Perkins

Connie is very active in DCOM as Secretary and serves other ministries such as our Backpack services, and Thrift stores. Connie is active as well in the operations of the Ministry, offering experience and advice to volunteers and staff.

Lois McCartney

Lois has been with DCOM since its beginning in 2005. As Board Chair/President, Lois oversees the mission of Duplin Christian Outreach Ministries. She has been instrumental in launching and promoting our thrift store, Blessings in Store.

Rob Taylor

Doing business with Duplin Christian Outreach Ministry has been a pleasure. They really know their stuff when it comes to helping victims of crisis situations. You are in good hands.

Why Choose Us?

OUR PRINCIPLES

There Is Hope: When a situation becomes unmanageable, our trained staff can assist you directly or refer you to partner agencies that can best address your need. All of our work is free and confidential with the goal of resolving the crisis.
DCOM Crisis Statement: DCOM defines crisis as an unexpected situation or event that occurs beyond the control of the individual/family/household.
More Love: Duplin Christian Outreach Ministries helps people when they are experiencing a crisis. DCOM began operations in 2005, and our original and ongoing focus is assisting our neighbors.

Our Values

LOYALTY – Bearing true faith and allegiance is a matter of believing in and devoting yourself to something or someone.

DUTY – Fulfill your obligations.

RESPECT – Treat people as they should be treated.

SELFLESS SERVICE – Selfless service is larger than just one person.

HONOR – Honor is a matter of carrying out, acting, and living the values of respect, duty, loyalty, selfless service, integrity and personal courage in everything you do.

INTEGRITY – Do what’s right, legally and morally.

PERSONAL COURAGE – Stand up for what you believe in.