Our Team

Early Life and Military Service
Pastor Shelia Johnson was born in Texas, the youngest of five children. In 1974, at just 18 years old, she joined the US Women's Army Corps (WAC), which later became part of the US Army.

A Changed Life
Pastor Johnson faced her share of setbacks before realizing she was moving backward, not forward. Though raised in a Baptist Church where she sang in the choir and served as secretary, her heart wasn't truly committed. She was caught up in partying, drinking, and clubbing—living a worldly life.

In 1990, everything changed when she joined a Charismatic Church. She encountered God in a powerful new way. Tired of her old lifestyle, she fully surrendered to the Lord and accepted Christ as her Savior. Just a few days later, she received the baptism of the Holy Spirit, evidenced by speaking in tongues. From that moment, she has never looked back or regretted her decision.

The Calling
Pastor Johnson has faced many trials, tribulations, and battles, but through it all, she has felt God's growing influence in her life. He reassured her, saying, "Before you were even born, I knew you and set you apart as a prophet" (Jeremiah 1:5). He has called her to go where He sends her and speak what He commands. She is not to be afraid because He is with her to protect her.

God has blessed Pastor Johnson with compassion and a strong desire to minister to those who are hurting, sharing His Word as described in Jeremiah 1:5, 7-8. He has given her the courage to challenge and uplift, to break down barriers, and build up strength (Jeremiah 1:10). Her mission includes freeing those held captive by various struggles, delivering them from the enemy's grip. Living with integrity, pure motives, and being led by the Spirit is essential to her role as a Prophet.

How Prison Ministry Began
In 1995, Pastor Johnson's military chaplain, Chaplain Ballard, invited her to join him in prison ministry. Initially, she hesitated, but with his encouragement, she decided to give it a try. Once inside, she felt an incredible sense of ease and connection with the inmates. It became clear that this was her calling, and she has been involved in prison ministry ever since.

That same year, she received her calling to preach the Gospel. They started visiting prisons, ministering to both men and women, singing, preaching, and sharing the love of God.

Freely Receive, Freely Give Ministry (FRFG)
Pastor Johnson founded Freely Receive, Freely Give Ministry (FRFG) because she saw a need to help those who have suffered through disasters like fires or floods, or those coming out of prison with nothing but the clothes on their back. The ministry also assists people going through tough times when no one else steps up to help. FRFG collects items in good condition that people need after a loss and provides them for free to those in need.

The Vision
In 1998, God put a vision in Pastor Johnson's heart: a place with plenty of space to help men and women as they reenter society after prison. This facility would provide food, shelter, training, medical care, support for job interviews, and everything else former inmates need to get back on their feet and successfully reintegrate into the community.

In 2000, she received another vision from God for a one-month revival called "Yahweh To Holiness." She made sure to write it all down and keep it clear and straightforward.

By 2006, Pastor Johnson started looking for a prison ministry in North Houston because she was nearing retirement. That's when she found Hope For All In Jesus Prison Outreach Ministry, led by Pastor Robert and Audrey Dubois. From their first meeting, Sister Audrey and Pastor Johnson felt an immediate connection. Audrey told her she always wanted a daughter like her, and they have been like family ever since.

They worked together in the prison ministry, and in 2010, Pastor Johnson was honored to be named the Director.

Education
Pastor Johnson attended Charlton-Pollard High School, followed by The College of Biblical Studies. She is also a graduate of the School of Prophets and United Christian Faith Ministry, and studied further at Cameron University.

Military Retirement and Ministry Expansion
After giving thirty-nine years of faithful service, Pastor Johnson retired from the military in February 2014. It has been a long and challenging journey, but she never gave up or gave in. She is proud to call herself a Soldier4Christ.

Bringing the Vision to Life
In 2015, the vision became a reality. The ministry started in a school and then expanded to holding "Yahweh To Holiness" revivals under a tent. Twice a year, they host these powerful thirty-day tent revivals, bringing the community together in faith and worship.

Pastor Shelia Johnson continues to serve as Director of Hope For All In Jesus Prison Outreach, faithfully answering God's call to minister to the incarcerated and help transform lives through the power of Jesus Christ.