October 2026 Prison Praise Reports
October 10, 2026 – Duncan Unit – Diboll
The praise team led worship in one accord. Dan Groves shared numerous Scriptures on the Good News of Jesus Christ. As we have been encouraging this group for months to pray and be sensitive to the needs of others, the 36 men in attendance paired up and prayed for one another. It was a powerful time of prayer, encouragement, and ministry.
Janet Joyce
October 24, 2026 – Stringfellow Unit – Rosharon
Dr. Cassandra Kitchen, Dr. Michael Kitchen, Minister Johnnie M. Felder, and I visited the Stringfellow Unit in Rosharon, Texas. The men were already leading praise and worship when we arrived, and one of the inmates shared an exhortation. Dr. Cassandra Kitchen preached from Revelation 20:11-15, delivering a message entitled “What in Hell Do You Want?” During the altar call, several men came forward for prayer, and one accepted Christ as Savior.
Chaplain Shelia A. Johnson
October 25, 2026 – Richard P. LeBlanc Unit – Beaumont
Chaplain Shelia Johnson, Minister Johnnie M. Felder, and Dr. Cassandra Kitchen ministered at the LeBlanc Unit in Beaumont, Texas. The musicians opened the service with spirited worship and praise. Chaplain Johnson then shared a powerful message from multiple Scriptures entitled “The Difference Between Being and Becoming.” Although the service was interrupted by an emergency and had to be shortened, the men were enthusiastic and receptive as the Word took root in their hearts. A total of 103 men attended. Glory to God!
Dr. Cassandra Kitchen
October 25, 2026 – Larry Gist Unit (1:30 PM) – Beaumont
Dr. Cassandra Kitchen, Minister Johnnie M. Felder, and I attended the afternoon service at the Larry Gist Unit in Beaumont, Texas. Dr. Kitchen delivered a powerful message from Genesis 22:1-14 entitled “I Trust God.” The room was full, and during the altar call, six men dedicated their lives to the Lord. Many others came forward to rededicate their lives to Christ. Praise God for His faithfulness.
Chaplain Shelia A. Johnson
October 25, 2026 – Larry Gist Unit – Beaumont
Chaplain S. Johnson, Minister Johnnie M. Felder, and Dr. Cassandra Kitchen ministered at the Gist Unit in Beaumont, Texas. The service opened with worship, Scripture, and prayer. Chaplain Johnson then shared an inspiring message entitled “Transformation Power of the Yet!” based on Habakkuk 3:17-18. Forty seven men attended the service, and one man rededicated his life to Christ. It was an uplifting and powerful time of ministry. Praise God!
Dr. Cassandra Kitchen
October 27, 2026 – Wayne Scott Unit – Angleton
I ministered at this unit with 15 inmates in attendance. I brought my guitar and led worship, and everyone participated in the singing, helping create an atmosphere of praise and fellowship. The message was entitled “A New Creation” and was based on 2 Corinthians 5:17. I shared that when we invite Jesus into our hearts, we become children of God. Following the message, several men came forward to rededicate their lives to the Lord.
In God’s Service,
Pastor John Hammond
November 1, 2026 – Pam Lychner Unit – Humble
Mike Woerner and I had the opportunity to worship with 64 men at the Pam Lychner Unit. The choir prepared hearts for worship with an incredible time of praise. Mike shared a message on “Trusting God” using Proverbs 3:5-6 as the foundational Scripture. The message was well received. Four men prayed to receive salvation, and several others came forward seeking prayer to restore their relationship with the Lord.
Janet Joyce
