Stephanie grew up going to church and learning about God. But a traumatic experience at a young age sent her on a different path. “When I was fifteen years old, my mom died with me trying to call an ambulance,” she says. “I was guilt-stricken that my inability to get...
Crossroads had its second monthly chapel in May at the home office in Grand Rapids. Jim Liske, pastor at Christ Memorial Church and Crossroads board member, spoke about the big problems that need to be tackled in our world. He affirmed the calling God has for us and...
Harkey spent his teenage and young adult years in a life of crime. “Since 11 years old, I have been in trouble. I’ve done my share of bad, living a life of crime, alcohol, girls and drugs. I’ve hurt myself, my family, my friends,” he said. His criminal activity caught...
Prisoners in Africa are experiencing the love of God, as local churches are being trained to care for those incarcerated. Cynthia Williams, director of international ministries for Crossroads Prison Ministries, recently traveled to South Africa and Tanzania to train...
A few months ago, we received one of the most stunning pieces of art we have ever gotten from a prisoner. Even more incredible is the fact that Mike never picked up a paintbrush until he was sentenced to prison in 2012. Here is his story in his own words: I came to...
Honoring Tom de Vries (1945–2017) Tom de Vries, the founder of Crossroad Bible Institute (now Crossroads Prison Ministries), passed away suddenly on April 16. While we at Crossroads are saddened by this tragic loss, his legacy lives on, as faithful Crossroads mentors...