by Paige Deur | Nov 18, 2024 | Latest News, Stories
Rodger’s first encounter with the Bible came at Vacation Bible School (VBS) when he was just eight years old. While he wasn’t raised in a Christian household, he remembers riding the VBS bus with his sister, learning about Jesus, and singing songs like “Jesus...
by Allis Gilbert | Nov 11, 2024 | Latest News, Stories
Veterans are often seen as heroes who have served their country with honor, but an unfortunate reality exists for some: incarceration. According to the U.S. Department of Justice, veterans make up about 8% of the state prison population and almost 6% of the federal...
by Paige Deur | Nov 4, 2024 | Latest News, Stories
“It’s my time to shine brightly in the darkness of incarceration.” Growing up with two loving parents and excelling in school, Robert’s life took a sharp turn when he followed his older brother into substance abuse. At just 17, he found himself in prison—scared,...
by Paige Deur | Oct 28, 2024 | Latest News, Stories
In 2003, Michael sat on his bunk in a prison cell, filled with questions and doubts about his purpose. Reflecting on that time, he shared, “At 30, I had no idea what I was doing with my life. I felt like I’d never been good at anything and couldn’t see a future...
by Paige Deur | Oct 21, 2024 | Latest News, Stories
“Although I am now incarcerated or ‘captive,’ I’ve never before felt freer. A lifetime of pain, hurt, discouragement, fear, and loneliness has begun to be replaced by love, joy, peace, patience, courage, and confidence in the promises of my...
by Paige Deur | Oct 14, 2024 | Latest News, Stories
Laura grew up in a small town in Kentucky, where faith and the church were central to her upbringing. Her entire family was deeply involved in their local church, including a grandfather who served as a deacon, a grandmother who was the church secretary, and her...
