Families of Prisoners

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A Safe Place: The Year-Round Impact of Angel Tree at Second Baytown

Second Baytown Church faithfully serves Angel Tree families at Christmastime. What happens when God nudges them to do more?

By Joanna Breault
August 18, 2021
Angel Tree Christmas | Texas
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Three Girls and a Texas Miracle

The three sisters were too big to believe in magic. Could the God their grandma told them about make an impossible hope come true?

By Joanna Breault
July 1, 2021
Angel Tree Christmas | COVID-19 Stories | Texas
A Calling to Love: How A ‘Bad’ Kid Lost His Label and Became a Leader

DelTon grew up with a dad in prison. He couldn’t stay out of trouble, but thanks to Angel Tree camping, his anger would not define him.

By Joanna Breault
June 9, 2021
Angel Tree Camping | Iowa
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Parenting on Opposite Sides of the Prison Fence

The Blissit family was separated for eight years—all of daughter Zoey’s life. But time and distance couldn’t weaken their bond.

By Joanna Breault
June 1, 2021
Angel Tree Christmas | California
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From Keeping Secrets To Chasing Dreams

When Darien’s mom went to prison, he kept it secret. Learning there were kids like him gave him a reason to succeed. Today, he's giving back.

By Joanna Breault
May 19, 2021
Angel Tree Christmas | COVID-19 Stories | New York
A Single Mom and A Sister Born for Adversity

April, a single mom, was grateful for Angel Tree. But she never dreamed that this connection would one day sustain her through tragedy.

By Joanna Breault
April 28, 2021
Angel Tree Christmas | New York
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Waking from a Nightmare: Trading the American Dream for God’s Call

Jeremy Hart was chasing the American Dream—until it became a nightmare, and he went to prison. Now he has new dreams and a life that has come full circle.

By Emily Andrews
November 24, 2020
Angel Tree Christmas | Colorado | Video
How Kevin Curbed the Cycle of Incarceration in His Family
‘He Broke That Curse’: How Kevin Curbed the Cycle of Incarceration in His Family

Born on Rikers Island, Kevin faced an uncertain future. When Mayra adopted him, he was able to break the cycle of incarceration.

By Grayson Pope
August 19, 2020
New York | Opportunity Kids
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A Touchy Subject: Growing Up with an Incarcerated Father

Peyton struggled to speak to her dad after went to prison. But the night she returned from camp, she surprised him with a phone call he will never forget.

By Emily Andrews
September 17, 2019
Angel Tree Camping | Oregon
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An Angel Tree Miracle in an Empty Living Room

"Jesus Christ came in and taught me how to parent my children because of Angel Tree."

By Emily Andrews
October 1, 2018
Angel Tree | Angel Tree Sports Camp | Florida
A Lost Mother Finds Her Way Home

Roxanne's life of partying and drugs separated her from her family. While she was in prison she found her way to God and back to her children.

By Emily Andrews
August 13, 2018
Arizona | California | Prison Fellowship Academy | Women's Ministry
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A Mom to Prisoners

Dorothy never gave up on her son while he was incarcerated. Today, she continues to visit prisoners, sharing that same love.

By Grayson Pope
May 29, 2018
In-Prison Ministry | Texas
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Angel Tree Helps Moms Build Bridges

Charnell's desire to make her kids feel extra special blinded her from seeing the consequences of her decisions.

By Grayson Pope
May 17, 2018
Angel Tree Christmas | Michigan | Prison Fellowship Academy
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Connecting Families: Chick-fil-A Employees Bond Over Angel Tree

Two Chick-Fil-A Employees bond over Angel Tree last Christmas. Their inspiring friendship shows how Angel Tree continues to positively impact communities.

By Emily Harris Greene
November 8, 2017
Angel Tree Christmas | Virginia
perfect father
The Perfect Father: A Story from Angel Tree Camp

Sydney had a secret: her father was in jail. Ashamed, she didn't connect with her peers. So her mother sent her to Angel Tree Camp.

By Emily Harris Greene
June 15, 2017
Angel Tree Camping
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