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Chaplain S. Johnson, Minister J. Felder, and Minister C. Kitchen visited the Gist Unit in Beaumont, Texas. We began the 11:00 AM service with a session of praise and worship, which the men actively participated in. Chaplain S. Johnson sang a couple of powerful worship songs that truly brought the Lord’s presence into the room. She then delivered an inspirational message titled “Entering Into His…

Dan Groves and I arrived at the Estelle Unit during a severe wind and rainstorm. Before entering the building, we paused in the parking lot to pray, asking God to calm the storm. Remarkably, the weather cleared, allowing us to enter dry. A total of 185 men attended the service, where we paid tribute to the late Apostle R.C. Felder, honoring his dedication to God.…

Dan Groves visited the men in this program, and I was fortunate to see that around 19 men attended, despite my unexpected arrival. Before I began discussing my prepared notes on “Confidence in the Unseen,” the Holy Spirit conveyed insights on faith and faithfulness. After the message, one man sought prayer regarding voices he was hearing in his head. We prayed for his deliverance and…

Dan Groves visited the Duncan Unit in Diboll, Texas, to engage with the Church of 41 inmates. After a worship session, I led the group in singing “How Great Thou Art,” which the men enthusiastically joined. I then delivered a message titled “Confidence in the Unseen,” drawing from Hebrews Chapter 11 and using Korah’s story from Numbers 16 as an example. During the discussion, Dathan…

My husband, Leonard, and I, Cynthia Ventress, had the privilege of visiting the Clemens Unit in Brazoria, to share doughnuts, hot chocolate, coffee, and a message from the Bible. As the first group of men came in for their treats, a guard entered for headcount and informed them that if she counted them in the chapel, they would have to stay until the count was…

On November 24th, we returned to the Gist Unit where I delivered a sermon during the first service, focusing on Matthew 15:32-38, “Being Thankful.” Apostle Felder then led the second service with a message from Psalm 34:1-11, “Oh Taste and See That the Lord Is Good.” A total of 91 men attended. We witnessed one individual recommit to their faith and five others embrace Christ…

Chaplain Johnson, Dr. Kitchen, Apostle Felder, and his wife, Minister Johnnie Mae Felder, were in attendance. We conducted two services at this facility. Apostle Felder delivered a sermon titled “Looking for Love in All the Wrong Places,” referencing John 12 and John 3:16. During the second service, I preached from 2 Corinthians 12:1-10 on the topic “My Grace Is Sufficient.”

Casey Cruz, once an inmate at the Gist Unit, has been transformed by the blood of the Lamb. Since being released in September 2024, he has joined an Evangelism Ministry and launched his own platform, “God Comes First,” through social media. Committed to the Lord’s work, Casey starts each day in prayer, sharing Scripture online, and helping the needy on the streets of Dallas. Despite…

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.…