Our Story

Acadiana Needs significantly impacts Louisiana communities, embodying the Gospel's call to love one another (1 John 3:17-18). By connecting individuals to resources, we empower them to recognize their worth in God's eyes. Through service and networking, we foster hope and witness God's transformative work, helping people thrive in His Kingdom.

THE KING FAMILY TRIBUTE

REV. ROBERT & IRENE KING

For more than half a century, Reverend R.S. King and his wife, Irene King, left an immeasurable impact on the people of Acadiana through their unwavering faith, compassion, and dedication to serving others. After answering God's call to Louisiana in 1952, they devoted their lives to building God's Kingdom, founding the region's first Pentecostal church, ministering to countless families, and meeting both the spiritual and practical needs of their community.

Together, they exemplified a life of service, generosity, and love for people. Their commitment to prayer, outreach, discipleship, and helping those in need laid a foundation that continues to influence Acadiana today. Their legacy lives on through the many lives they touched, the ministries they helped establish, and the generations of leaders and servants they inspired to continue sharing the hope of Jesus Christ.

In 1952, the Lord called Reverend R.S. King and his family to Louisiana to minister to the people, founding the First Assembly of God (now Assembly of Youngsville), Acadiana's first Pentecostal church. The church began in the King's home and expanded to tent meetings, with a daily prayer meeting initiated by Pastor King at 6:00 AM, which continues today. He founded Assembly Christian School and co-founded various organizations, including 232-HELP. Pastor King dedicated his life to serving the lost in Acadiana, helping families in need, and reaching souls for Christ through his KAJN broadcast. He retired in 1994.

Tiffany, the King’s granddaughter, was deeply influenced by their love and generosity. After receiving a call from the Lord at King's funeral, she and Michael King have sought God's direction in Lafayette for ten years. Their goal is to serve as hands and feet for Christ, providing free resources to homelessness, hunger, poverty, addiction, abuse, education, and human trafficking.

Tiffany is the granddaughter of the Kings and is constantly inspired by their generosity and love for all. Tiffany and Michael King received a calling from the Lord at Pastor King's funeral. Having lived in Lafayette for ten years, they have been seeking divine guidance. Their prayer focuses on reaching others for Christ, aiming to serve as the Lord's hands and feet, and they are committed to following wherever He leads. Their dream is to assist people by providing free services and resources to meet both immediate and long-term needs, including but not limited to homelessness, hunger, poverty, addiction, abuse, education, and human trafficking.

Reverend Robert and Irene King

REV. MICHAEL & TIFFANY KING

Tiffany King serves as the President and Executive Director of Acadiana Needs, while Michael King serves as a member of the Board of Directors. Together, they founded Acadiana Needs with a vision to continue the legacy of faith, compassion, and community service established by Tiffany's grandparents, Reverend R.S. and Irene King.

Inspired by the impact her grandparents made throughout Acadiana, Tiffany felt called to build upon the foundation they laid by creating an organization dedicated to meeting practical needs while sharing the hope of Jesus Christ. Alongside Michael, they have worked to develop programs that address homelessness, addiction, hunger, poverty, and other challenges facing individuals and families throughout the region.

Today, Acadiana Needs continues that mission through outreach, recovery support, faith-based sober living, and community partnerships. Michael and Tiffany remain committed to serving as the hands and feet of Christ, helping individuals move from crisis to restoration while honoring the legacy of service that has impacted Acadiana for generations.

ROBERT & LINDA KING

Robert and Linda King dedicate themselves to supporting Acadiana Needs, contributing to its mission of bringing hope, healing, and restoration to the Acadiana community. Raised by Pastor King, Robert’s strong foundation in faith and has significantly influenced Tiffany King’s spiritual journey and her desire to serve others. Today, he actively aids Acadiana Needs by managing the pickup and transportation of donations, ensuring vital resources reach those in need. Meanwhile, Linda utilizes her creativity foster warm environments within the Lily House, transforming spaces into nurturing homes for women seeking healing and comfort. Together, they embody the essence of servant leadership, and their commitment to uplifting others reflects their profound faith and dedication to the mission of Acadiana Needs, leaving a lasting impact on countless individuals families in the region.

SIERRA & DEVIN ST. JULIEN

Sierra and Devin St. Julien are at the forefront of recovery ministry with Acadiana Needs, dedicating their lives to helping individuals break free from addiction and find hope in Jesus Christ. As the Sober Living Director and House Manager of the Lily House Women’s Recovery Program, Sierra is passionate about guiding women as they rebuild their lives, compassion, patience, grace, and accountability during their transformative journeys. She believes that recovery encompasses more than just sobriety; it involves healing, restoration, purpose, and embracing the life God has intended for each individual. Her commitment to mentoring and supporting women has profoundly impacted many lives. Sierra's dedication to ministry is rooted in her upbringing as the of Pastor King, instilling in her a strong faith and a desire to serve others. She carries on this legacy by helping women experience the hope, healing, and transformation found in a relationship with Jesus Christ. Meanwhile, Devin, the Joseph House Director, brings a unique insight to recovery ministry, having personally navigated addiction and redemption. After completing the Louisiana & Teen Challenge program, he understands the life-altering power of faith, recovery, and discipleship. Today, he inspires other men by sharing his story and showing them that freedom is attainable and their past does not their future. Together, Sierra and Devin are devoted to guiding individuals from addiction to restoration. Their ministry starts in the community through Acadiana Needs outreach, where they form connections, pray with individuals, and link them to treatment programs. Their support continues beyond treatment, as they provide sober living, mentorship, discipleship, and practical life assistance to help individuals adapt to a new way of life. Through their service, leadership and personal experiences, Sierra and Devin exemplify the love, grace, and redemption of Jesus Christ, believing that no one is beyond God's mercy and that everyone deserves the chance for lasting freedom, healing, and hope.

MONTANA & DIERRA KING

Montana and Dierra King are committed members of the Acadiana Needs team, working tirelessly the scenes tirelessly to advance the organization's mission of providing hope, healing, and restoration to the Acadiana community. As the great-grandson of Pastor King, Montana honors a legacy of faith and service, utilizing his unique skills to enhance the ministry's outreach and impact. He plays a crucial role in the organization's technical and creative operations, leveraging his expertise in media, technology, website development, and digital communications to effectively advance its mission and engage supporters. Dierra, with a servant's heart, thrives in supporting the organization from behind the scenes, whether through plating meals for outreach events, with community programs, or managing day-to-day operations. Her humility, dedication, and compassion make her an invaluable member of the Acadiana Needs family. Drawing from her personal experiences with hardship, Dierra offers wisdom and understanding, believing firmly in the possibility of change. She is driven by a desire to help others find hope and a new direction in life, ensuring that everyone receives the encouragement and support they need to write a fresh chapter in their story. Together, Montana and Dierra embody the essence of servant leadership. Through their faith and readiness to serve, they enable Acadiana Needs to fulfill its mission of addressing practical needs, sharing Christ's love, and transforming lives across Acadiana.