Ministry News

I visited the Gist Unit independently, where I conducted services for the residents. A total of 127 men participated across both services. Several individuals approached me for prayer, and I also offered prayers for those preparing to return home. Chaplain Shelia Johnson

Pastor John Hammond and Dan Groves conducted two services for the men at this location. During the 11:00 AM service, Pastor John led the congregation in worship through song and delivered a sermon titled “Growing Up in God, Growing Up in Jesus.” In the 1:30 PM service, Dan presented a message titled “Practice My Sayings.” Prayers at the end of each service focused on requests…

Pastor John Hammond and Dan Groves ministered to a group of approximately 43 men, engaging in worship and spiritual growth. Dan offered words of encouragement, while Pastor John delivered a message focused on personal development within God and Jesus. During the subsequent prayer line, one individual, Alexander, made the significant decision to commit his heart to Jesus. Bless God, Dan Groves

During the Easter Sunday service, Jason Perez and Janet Joyce ministered to 28 engaged participants. Prayers were offered in support of Chaplain Keely Ware, mourning the recent passing of her father. Jason focused his sermon on John 15, exploring the themes of Jesus as the vine and believers as the branches, emphasizing the importance of producing and sharing spiritual fruit. Love God, love others. Amen.…

John Hammond and Janet Joyce dedicated their Saturday evening to meeting with 48 men who were in search of divine guidance. As the group prepared for Passion Week, John delivered a powerful sermon entitled “Growing up in God – Equipping the Saints.” The message was warmly received by all present. Praise the Lord. – Janet Joyce

Chaplain Shelia Johnson and Minister Cassandra Kitchen visited the Gist Unit in Beaumont, TX. During the 1:30 pm service, the session commenced with praise and worship, engaging the attendees actively. Chaplain Shelia delivered several heartfelt worship songs that infused the atmosphere with a palpable spiritual presence. Her message, titled “What is Truth?” based on John 18:28-38, resonated deeply with the audience. Approximately 150 men participated…

Dr. Cassandra Kitchen, Minister Johnnie M. Felder, and Chaplain Johnson led the chapel service with great fervor. The worship team performed with such anointing that the atmosphere was spiritually charged. I contributed by ministering through two songs before Dr. Kitchen delivered her message. She likened the powerful presence of the Holy Spirit in the room to the feeling described by Jeremiah, as if it were…

Mike Woerner and Janet Joyce ministered to a gathering of 248 men. The event began with an uplifting session led by the praise and worship team, creating an atmosphere where the presence of God was felt. During the service, two men requested prayers for salvation. Notably, there is a rising population of deaf individuals in the unit, and it was highlighted how Ruben has been…

Johnny Lee and Janet Joyce ministered during the Sunday morning service at the Duncan Unit. Despite time constraints due to delays, 47 men gathered to hear Johnny Lee’s inspiring message, “Haste Makes Waste,” emphasizing the importance of waiting upon the Lord and living life according to His timing for the best outcomes. The message was well-received. – God bless, Janet Joyce

On March 30, 2025, Chaplain S. Johnson, Minister J. Felder, and Minister C. Kitchen visited the Carol Young Unit in Dickinson, Texas. The session began with scripture, prayer, and praise songs. Chaplain Johnson sang two worship songs that deeply resonated with the women’s hearts. She then delivered a compelling sermon entitled “Wash You and Make You Clean,” based on Isaiah 1:1-18. Among the ten women…

On March 23rd, Jason and Mike visited the Ramsey Trustee Unit, where they were joined by approximately 25 men. Following a heartfelt session of praise and worship, Jason shared a word of encouragement, and Mike delivered a message focused on faith and trusting God’s guidance, even when His ways are difficult to understand. Trusting in God brings His protection and guidance. Five men chose to…

On March 23rd, Dr. Cassandra Kitchen, Minister Johnnie M. Felder, and I visited the Larry Gist Unit in Beaumont, Texas. We began our gathering with scripture and prayer. Due to the absence of musical equipment and musicians, we invited the men to join us in singing the uplifting song “Waymaker,” filling the entire camp with their voices. Dr. Kitchen delivered an impactful message titled “Kicking…