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Our Top 12 Inspiration Series Stories for 2023: A Year of Transformations

It's been a difficult year, but thanks to God, it has also been a year of transformation. To celebrate what God has done, here are our top 12 stories.

By Prison Fellowship
December 6, 2023
Transformed Life Stories
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Dallas Cowboys Host Unforgettable Angel Tree Sports Camp

The Dallas Cowboys recently hosted nearly 200 kids at a Prison Fellowship Angel Tree sports camp for an unforgettable day of hope, inspiration—and football.

By Lou Haviland
November 15, 2023
Angel Tree Sports Cam | Dallas Cowboys
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Uber Partners With Prison Fellowship To Remove Transportation Barriers for Angel Tree Teens

Thousands of children with a parent in prison attend free events through Prison Fellowship Angel Tree. Uber stepped in to help get them there.

By Amanuel Mengistu
August 23, 2023
Angel Tree | Second Chance | Uber
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Helping Fathers Rebuild Relationships With Their Kids

Going to prison removed Reggie from his children’s lives, but Angel Tree has helped him reconnect as a father. Now he's helping other prisoners do the same.

By Amanuel Mengistu
March 8, 2023
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God So Loved a Bank Robber: The ‘Mind-Boggling’ Origins and Ongoing Impact of Angel Tree

As Prison Fellowship Angel Tree turns 40, the legacy of one former safecracker is irrefutable proof of the potential that’s behind bars, just waiting to come to light.

By Alyson R. Quinn
December 14, 2022
Angel Tree | Mary Kay Beard
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What is the Mission of Angel Tree Camping? A Conversation with the Harts

Prison Fellowship sat down with Jeremy and Traci to talk about serving prisoners’ families through summer camp and year-round ministry.

By Emily Andrews
May 11, 2022
Angel Tree Camping | Angel Tree Every Day | interview
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Reconciling Families to Break the Cycle of Incarceration

Extending a second chance can impact families for generations.

By Emily Harris Greene
April 20, 2022
Family Resources | Justice Reform Resources
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Mail Call: Can You Help Me?

This month's mail is from Bryanna, whose incarceration in Washington is about to end. Hear from Bryanna about her concerns for reentry.

By Prison Fellowship
April 19, 2022
Mail Call | Washington
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Angel Tree Parent Days Inspire Incarcerated Moms and Dads

Parents in prison learn Prison Fellowship Angel Tree encompasses so much more than Christmas gifts.

By Joanna Breault
January 19, 2022
Angel Tree Parent Day
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Incarcerated Parents: How to Love Your Kids From Right Where You Are

Prison can be challenging for parents separated from their children. Incarcerated mom Karla offers creative ways for parents bond with their children.

By Prison Fellowship
December 14, 2021
Family Resources | Inside Journal Resources | Minnesota
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Going the Extra Mile at Christmas

One incarcerated dad expresses what it means when people go the extra mile to send his kids gifts at Christmas—and to bless him, as well.

By Joanna Breault
November 3, 2021
Angel Tree Christmas | Texas
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Prison Fellowship Partners with Walmart to Launch the Opportunity Kids Collaborative

Prison Fellowship and Walmart are launching the Opportunity Kids Collaborative, a nationwide movement geared at connecting children in distressed communities of color to a network of support.

By Prison Fellowship
November 1, 2021
Angel Tree Sports Camp | Opportunity Kids
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Forged in Fire: How Two Prisoners’ Wives Found Strength Together

Incarceration is one of the best predictors of divorce. Elsy, Leyda, and their husbands were determined to beat the odds.

By Alyson R. Quinn
August 5, 2021
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A Leader in Training: How a Camper in Missouri Found a Place To Belong

Camp was a refreshing change from many of Mike’s past experiences. It was a chance to get away from life’s challenges and experience God’s love.

By Emily Andrews
July 13, 2021
Angel Tree Camping | Missouri
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Announcing the 2020 Advocate of Hope Award Winners

Marcus and Sylvia’s tireless work made all the difference for families who have been kept apart by incarceration and the ongoing pandemic.

By Emily Andrews
July 2, 2021
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