A Life Under Construction

Chris will always remember the moment his son received a basketball from him through Angel Tree—and now he gives those moments to other parents.

By Lexi Aggen
August 13, 2025
Angel Tree | New Mexico
A Lifelong Learner

When Dion graduated high school, he thought his life was set. But after experiencing a head injury, everything went sideways. What could turn his life around?

By Lexi Aggen
June 4, 2025
Ohio | Prison Fellowship Academy
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The Heart of an Advocate

Daniel never imagined that an opportunity he had while incarcerated would prepare him for the halls of Congress—but with God, all things are possible.

By Lexi Aggen
April 23, 2025
Angel Tree | Justice Ambassador | New York
  • Angel Tree
  • Families of Prisoners
Learning a New Playbook

Trevor found his identity in his performance, but through Angel Tree and the Holy Spirit, he found a new identity in Christ.

By Lexi Aggen
February 5, 2025
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The Hope Found in Solitary Confinement

Melisha spent her life in church, but Christ wasn’t in her heart. Instead, she spent her life trying to earn love. But God wasn’t done pursuing her.

By Lexi Aggen
January 15, 2025
Angel Tree | Inside Journal | Justice Ambassador
A Gang Member’s Anger, a Grandfather’s Tenderness

Tyrone was addicted to the criminal lifestyle, until the Lord stepped in. Through Prison Fellowship Angel Tree and the power of God’s Word, Tyrone’s heart softened.

By Lexi Aggen
December 4, 2024
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Created for More

Jessica tried to do things on her own, which landed her in prison. Through the community of the Prison Fellowship Academy, she learned a new way of living.

By Lexi Aggen
November 13, 2024
Celebrate Recovery | Create: New Beginnings | Prison Fellowship Academy
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  • Families of Prisoners
Trauma-Informed Care: When Camps Go Above and Beyond

Camps across the nation are learning to help kids who have had traumatic experiences—and Prison Fellowship is leading the way.

By Lexi Aggen
October 2, 2024
Angel Tree Camping
From Wild Child to Recovery Specialist

Kassie’s addiction felt like a tornado wrecking her life, and treatment programs made little difference. Now Kassie helps others overcome addiction.

By Lexi Aggen
June 26, 2024
Minnesota | Prison Fellowship Academy
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Wrapped in Community

Kerri never smiled when she first went to camp. Now, her smile is known around camp. What caused the change?

By Lexi Aggen
June 19, 2024
Angel Tree Camping
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The Family Branches of Oakridge Christian Camp

Brian started Oakridge Christian Camp to be closer to his family. Now, he invites the children of prisoners into that family through Angel Tree camping.

By Lexi Aggen
June 5, 2024
Angel Tree Camping
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  • Prison & Prisoners
  • Prison Fellowship Academy
From Prison Blues to Royal Blue Robes

After a long year of hard work, the women in class 35 of the Academy at Shakopee celebrated their accomplishments—with a little bit of whimsy.

By Lexi Aggen
May 29, 2024
Minnesota Correctional Facility–Shakopee | Prison Fellowship Academy
  • Prison & Prisoners
Books Behind Bars

Reading has the power to change a person’s life—including the lives of those behind bars.

By Lexi Aggen
March 13, 2024
Inside Journal | Prison Fellowship Academy
A Heart Transformed by Grace

Alice didn’t want to give up her drug use—even for her children. What could pull her out of her addiction?

By Lexi Aggen
November 29, 2023
Angel Tree
Paving the Road to Recovery

After leaving the Army, Brian struggled with addictions. He found healing in Celebrate Recovery—but what would he find when he led that program in prison?

By Lexi Aggen
November 8, 2023
Celebrate Recovery | Prison Fellowship Academy
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