"It has long been my dream," says 'Partner/Owner', John Zapola, "to have a family business for and with Jesus!  "

"That dream developed into a bookstore-within-a-store at the Elyria Flea Market.  Everything fell into place so smoothly there for us.  The neighborhood enthusiasm enabled us build a bigger store at the market, which again we quickly filled." 

"Our ambition was to have our own storefront in about 5 years, or so we thought." 

"God moved things along way faster than we ever expected!!  (Actually, He even gave us our name in my sleep one night-He was pretty specific as to what part would be capitalized). Our present location became available, and one, two, three, we rented it; bought inventory and fixtures from two Christian Book Stores that were closing; and, the rest is history.  We weren't ready (and probably still aren't but God was!!)  We have been so blessed!!!" 

"We have had the opportunity to meet the greatest people in the world and even pray with them as the needs present themself.  God has given us so much more than we could ever have imagined!!"   

"We are truly a family run store, with my wife Linda, our two girls, and my mom.  However, numerous friends have also volunteered muscle and time to help us with each of our set-ups and continue to do so, as we continue to expand.  No matter how large our inventory or walls, small, humble and thankful to God we will always be."                   

John

the WAYMAKER'S messenger's - Giving

We believe in the principle of giving.  Therefore, 10% of the proceeds from your purchases will be donated to your local church.  Please make sure you give us the name of your church at the time of sale.