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Transformed Life Stories
Families of Prisoners Stories
Second Chance Stories
Hope echoed through his prison cell walls

George once lived for himself—addicted, angry, and far from God. But while restrained in a padded cell, he heard the voice of hope.

By Doug Bender
Angel Tree | California | Hope Events
Ashleigh
Pajamas Proclaim a Mother’s Love from Prison

When Ashleigh’s mom was in prison, Angel Tree gifts helped her feel less alone. Years later, Ashleigh ministered to women just like her mom at Hope Events.

By Joel Oliphint
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Escape from the Vicious Cycle

Kris saw his dad taken away in handcuffs and later followed in his father’s footsteps, cycling in and out of prison. He needed an escape plan.

By Emily Andrews
Angel Tree | North Dakota | Prison Fellowship Academy
Nikki and her family
Grace Changed a Family Tree

A childhood marked by chaos turned into a powerful story of restoration and forgiveness.

By Doug Bender
Angel Tree
Darryl Woods posing with arms crossed
A Father’s Love Breaches Prison Walls

God used Angel Tree to connect Darryl with his kids while he was incarcerated for 29 years. In a full-circle moment, Darryl now helps families just like his.

By Joel Oliphint
Angel Tree | Michigan
Just by Saying Yes

Albert and Beth were feeling the strain of Albert’s incarcerations. When he said yes to Jesus—and Angel Tree—it changed the trajectory of their family’s story.

By Lou Haviland
Angel Tree
Hope Wrote a Different Ending

She arrived at the parole office shivering and out of breath. The bitter Idaho winter showed no mercy; she prayed her parole officer would be different.

By Emily Andrews
Idaho
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
Angel Tree | New Mexico
Michael’s Training Fields

His aunt’s words inspired Michael to view prison as a training ground. Now, he’s challenging others to do the same.

By Maria Ignas
Angel Tree | Mississippi
A Yellow Bus, a Paintbrush, and a New Leaf

The Prison Fellowship Academy helped Woody discover his talents and experience transformation during his decades in prison.

By Stacia Ray
Angel Tree | Prison Fellowship Academy | Virginia
Lost and Found at Camp

An outdoor enthusiast, Levi feels at home by the water. He soon realized he was on the hunt for the living water that would quench his thirst for a lifetime.

By Steven Anthony
Angel Tree Camping | Washington
Incarceration of the Heart

Tina thought freedom meant getting out of prison. But God had so much more in mind for her.

By Doug Bender
Angel Tree | Texas
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
Ohio | Prison Fellowship Academy
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Joy Cuts Through the Noise

Thomas’ first week at an Angel Tree summer camp was challenging. What kept him coming back?

By Emily Andrews
Angel Tree Camping | Pennsylvania
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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
Angel Tree | Justice Ambassador | New York
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