Ministry News

I, John Hammond, recently visited the Stringfellow Main Unit for the first time and was impressed by its stunning chapel—unlike any other I’ve seen. While older prisons often have chapels, newer units typically do not. Curious about its history, I learned from Wikipedia that the unit opened in July 1908 as part of the Ramsey Prison Farm, incorporating former plantations. Before desegregation in 1963, the…

Apostle R. Felder, Chaplain S. Johnson, Minister J. Felder, and Minister C. Kitchen visited the Gist Unit in Beaumont, Texas, to conduct two powerful services. Apostle Felder opened both sessions with vibrant praise and worship, supported by the entire team. Chaplain S. Johnson delivered anointed worship songs that ushered in a powerful presence of the Lord each time. During the first service, Apostle Felder shared…

Chaplain Sheila Johnson, Apostle R. Felder, Dr. C. Kitchen, and Minister Johnnie M. Felder attended the LeBlanc Unit. Chaplain Rowry and Mr. Brown (volunteer assistant) with the men extended a warm welcome, setting a high-spirited atmosphere. The praise team initiated worship, and the Holy Spirit charged the environment. Apostle Felder sang two songs while playing keyboard, and Dr. Kitchen gave a powerful message from Job…

Dan Groves and I ministered to 67 men in attendance. The worship team began with praises, ushering in the presence of the Holy Spirit. Dan introduced the ministry and offered words of encouragement, while I delivered a message on the New Birth using 1 Corinthians 5:17. The men were receptive, and after the sermon, five men came forward, inviting Jesus into their hearts. Hallelujah!!! C.…

Pastor John H. and Dan Groves met with Denis and Keely Ware (chaplain ministers) and the men at this unit. Pastor John led the team in worship and shared an encouraging word from scripture. Dan spoke on achieving oneness with God. Hallelujah!!! C. Kitchen

Dan Groves visited this Church behind bars. Following worship, he delivered a message emphasizing that it’s possible to rejoice always and pray unceasingly. Hallelujah!!! C. Kitchen

Chaplain Sheila Johnson, Apostle R. Felder, Minister Johnny Lee, and Minister Cassandra Kitchen ministered at the Estelle Unit in Huntsville, Texas. Apostle Felder uplifted the men through music and song, leading them into an energized praise to Heaven. Minister Johnny Lee delivered a stirring exhortation that infused hope into the body of Christ. Elevating the experience further, Chaplain Johnson sang “Silent Tears,” deeply moving the…

Mike Woerner and Dan Groves visited to engage with the Church behind bars. In the first session, Dan Groves delivered an insightful message on maintaining the presence of God, drawing inspiration from Genesis 2, Romans 8, and John 15. At the subsequent meeting at 1 PM, Mike Woerner spoke passionately about rejecting labels and embracing our true identity. Bless God, Dan Groves.

Chaplain Sheila Johnson, Apostle R. Felder, Minister J. Felder, and Minister C. Kitchen visited this unit. Apostle Felder led praise and worship with the team, while Chaplain Johnson invoked a powerful presence during worship. She delivered a compelling message titled “Brokenness,” based on Psalm 51 and referencing 2 Samuel 11 and 12. The men were fully engaged, and one man rededicated his life to Christ.…

Apostle Felder, Chaplain Johnson, Minister Felder, and Minister Kitchen ministered at the Gist Unit in Beaumont, TX. Apostle Felder began with praise and worship, energizing the full house. Chaplain Johnson’s song lifted everyone’s spirits. Apostle Felder delivered a powerful message titled “The True Vine,” based on John 15: 1-14. Three men committed their lives to Christ, two rededicated their lives, and many came forward for…

Dan Groves went to this unit, and about 20 men came in as we sang some spiritual hymns we knew. I gave basically the same message as I had given at Duncan the night before. We had several who stayed after for prayer and discussion. Royal Blessings to you – Dan Groves

Dan Groves went to this unit & joined the men in blessed worship, after which I gave the message entitled: “Maintain the presence of God” John 15:1-5