PRISON FELLOWSHIP STORIES

Having taken a man’s life, Eddie thought his own was over. But when he put God first, he discovered the beauty of second chances.

A Hope Event doesn’t bring Jesus to prison—He is already there. And it’s powerful to see what can happen in just one day.

Aimee's plate is more than full as she raises four boys and works full time. But each Christmas, she plans a huge party to share the love she has received.

Officer Dan remembers the day Jonathan showed up at the prison in a waist chain and leg irons, on his way to restrictive housing. They’ve crossed paths since then—and can’t believe how much has changed.

Brandon’s childhood was one steeped in drugs. He found hope and life years later when he discovered God had been for him all along.

Not all relationships survive incarceration. But thanks to the lessons Aaron is learning at the Academy, his bond with Tanya is stronger than ever.

Rick always had a heart for his daughter—he just didn’t know how to show it. Through the power of Christ, and help from Angel Tree, he soon learned how.

Rodney’s rock star dreams were shattered by addiction and incarceration. After finding new life in Christ, he now brings hope to prisoners through music.

Stephen had a bright future but lost everything to his addiction. Was he past the point of no return?

As a young adult, Stephen found direction and friendship through Prison Fellowship Angel Tree. Now he’s continuing the cycle of compassion.

Derek was in his living room when cops kicked the door in to arrest him. His family had watched him reach his rock bottom—and only one thing could pull him out.

After escaping a potential life sentence behind bars, Mike was able to start over. The principles he learned helped him find his calling and bring freedom to others.

Torrance felt abandoned by his father and by God and turned to selling drugs to cope. Could he find the father he craved?

DaMarius was nervous the first time he went to camp. Then, he experienced something that changed his life forever.

He was staring down a life sentence. Now, he’s living free and serving others.