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Dr. Cassandra Kitchen, Minister Johnnie M. Felder, and I received heartfelt support from the men at Larry Gist Unit as they offered condolences for Apostle Ray C. Felder. We shared scripture, prayer, and praise songs, followed by Dr. Kitchen’s impactful message “God Don’t Need No Cowards” based on Revelation 21:7-8. Many were moved to dedicate their lives to the Lord. Chaplain Shelia Johnson

Chaplain Shelia Johnson, Minister Johnnie M. Felder, and I had a memorable visit to the Larry Gist Unit. After opening with scripture and prayer, we all joined in songs of praise. Chaplain Johnson delivered a powerful message titled “Help!!! My Flesh Is Trying to Kill Me” from Romans 8:12-13. Among the 49 men present, two embraced new beginnings with Christ, and five rededicated their lives.…

Chaplain Shelia Johnson, Minister Johnnie M. Felder, and Minister Cassandra Kitchen joined the vibrant worship at Mark W. Stiles Unit. The atmosphere was alive with scripture, prayer, praise, and mind-blowing worship. Chaplain Johnson delivered an inspiring message from 1 Corinthians 16:13-14 about standing firm in faith, offering hope and encouragement to the 174 men present. One man rededicated his life to Christ, and many expressed…

Dan Groves, Johnny Lee, and I had the privilege of sharing some heartfelt messages with 259 men at the chapel. Each of us shared thoughts that resonated deeply, and everything came together seamlessly. One gentleman sought prayer for salvation, and many others joined in for prayers. We truly felt we were on holy ground. Janet Joyce

Chaplain Shelia Johnson, along with Ministers J. Felder and C. Kitchen, visited the Leblanc Unit in Beaumont, TX. The men’s praise team kicked off the gathering with scripture readings, prayer, and uplifting songs that helped set a spiritual atmosphere. Chaplain Johnson captured everyone’s attention with her powerful solo performance. She then delivered an inspiring sermon titled “The Thrill Is Gone,” based on Matthew 24:1-13, leaving…

On January 19th, Dan Groves and I, Janet Joyce, held a worship service with a small group of eight men. The gathering was wonderfully interactive and truly powerful. We give all glory to God for this opportunity. Our message echoed the themes from their earlier morning service, emphasizing that God resides within each of us. We encouraged everyone to listen to Him and be courageous…

Chaplain Johnson, Dr. Kitchen, and Minister J. Felder made a visit to the camp at 11 a.m. and later to the North Chapel at 3 p.m. The praise and worship team performed the apostle’s favorite song, “Don’t Let The Devil Ride,” in his honor. The gathering was powerful, with nearly 400 men present, resulting in a standing ovation. Dr. Kitchen delivered a compelling sermon titled…

Dan Groves and I visited the Duncan Unit recently, and upon our arrival, an officer humorously asked if we were part of a “Magic Show.” Inside the facility, we met J.P. Santarini, who was scheduled to deliver an extraordinary Gospel message. He incorporated illusions into his presentation, making it both powerful and unforgettable. This creative approach drew in around 50 men, who were captivated by…

Chaplain Johnson, Dr. Kitchen, and Minister J. Felder paid a visit to this location, where 218 men were gathered to express their sympathies for the passing of Apostle Ray C. Felder. Dr. Kitchen delivered an impactful message based on Job 2:1-8, which touched many hearts and led one individual who had strayed from his faith to return to Christ. On the same day, we also…

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…