Posts by Chads
Chaplain Mark Nissley Update – Bondage to Freedom, Living Room Singalong
Greetings in Jesus’ name! Last month’s highlights included being part of the Bondage to Freedom seminar in prison, where we witnessed once again the amazing grace of our Lord Jesus in transforming lives. What a beautiful experience! Ruth and I are currently on a “Living Room Singalong” trip doing a total of 10 Singalongs as…
Read MoreBondage to Freedom Seminar
We had a great time at the Bondage to Freedom seminar. Lloyd and Judy Gingerich came in from Illinois to lead out. We did these seminars annually in Colorado Territorial Correctional Facility until Covid prevented it in 2021 and 2022; it was wonderful to bring it in again. The weekend begins with a 2-hour session…
Read MoreWoman Accepts Jesus in Prison
Chaplain Donna Miller and Mary Bucher recently shared the message of God’s grace and salvation with a woman in prison. The prisoner responded by saying, “for the first time I understand grace and I feel so loved.” She then accepted Jesus and the gift of salvation. The prisoner’s comment shows the impact of the message…
Read MoreHardened Prisoner Receives Christmas Joy
I wanted to share a highlight from this morning at the jail. We were able to get three new volunteers cleared and ready to come in for Bible studies and other activities. As we were taking a tour, one of the prisoners, who is known to be a difficult person, asked us through the tray…
Read MoreParty for Children Affected by Incarceration
On Saturday, December 10, a group of volunteers, led by Darryl Swantz and Chaplain Abner King, organized a party for children affected by incarceration. The event, which was held at a church in Pueblo, was attended by twenty-one children, who were treated to a fun-filled day of activities and gifts. The party began with a…
Read MoreWhy caring for children is important
“May your unfailing love be with us, Lord, even as we put our hope in you.” Psalms 33:22 Every child should live with hope for their future, knowing that they are loved and safe. By providing care for children in crisis situations, children’s futures will be changed, and generations to come will feel the effects.…
Read MoreFrank’s Baptism
After surrendering his life to Christ, Frank began rebuilding broken relationships with his sons. Because of the freedom of Christ, Frank’s sons have a father who loves them and wants to connect with them. Frank said: “When a Chaplain offered to pray with me, we prayed that the spirit of control leaves my life in…
Read MoreChaplain Caleb Mast Update – County Jail
The Fremont County Jail is keeping us busy. I help orchestrate activities for several other chaplains at the county jail including Chaplain Mary being trained by Chaplain Donna, Weekly sing-alongs by Mark and Ruth, and I’ve made friends with a 90-year-old man that has been coming into the jail for many years to do Bible…
Read MoreThanksgiving Meals
Pictured: A mother and child who are affected by incarceration. This Thanksgiving we delivered eighteen thanksgiving meals to families affected by incarceration. Holidays are difficult times for many children who have a parent in prison. Thank you for your support in making it possible to show this kindness.
Read MoreNikko’s Story – Video
New Vehicles
This fundraiser has been completed. Thanks for helping break the cycle of incarceration. Enable a new Childcare house by fulfilling its transportation needs. We are opening a new Childcare house. Its purpose is to care for children born to women in prison. Just because of having an incarcerated parent, they have a much…
Read MoreFreedom from Addiction
Nate Muniz tells his story of redemption found in prison.
Read MoreGifts for Prisoners—Behind the Scenes
In the past few years, New Horizons Ministries has distributed Christmas Care packages to incarcerated men and women in Colorado prisons. It all started with Chaplain Donna, whose heart was broken when she saw incarcerated women struggle immensely with self-worth, hopelessness, and depression over the holidays. We soon realized it was not just women in…
Read MoreMy Experience Being a Mother While Incarcerated
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Read MoreImpacting Women and Children Affected by Incarceration
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Read MoreSurrendered and Free
By Jesús S., Inmate When I signed up for the seminar Bondage to Freedom, I had no idea what I was about to experience. I thought Chaplain Matt wanted me to observe and listen. It went way beyond that. I realized a basic assumption I made when I became a Christian was incorrect. I thought my…
Read MorePrisoner Accepts Christ
About a week and a half ago, I met a man named Jake while walking through the yard. He asked me, “when are we going to have another baptism?” I told him there will be one in January. Then I added that before baptism there is something else that comes first. “Do you know what…
Read MoreCrystal’s Testimony
I used to be a person who would jump into conflict, gossip about people behind their backs, and act out consumed by emotions of jealousy and rejection. I turned to drugs to cope with feelings and to fill the void of loneliness. I clung to relationships with others I thought I could fix so I…
Read MoreLetter from Carlos
Carlos is sentenced to life without parole. Now he wants to share the freedom he has in Jesus with his entire family! Thanks to your support, we were able to host a worship program by the Dave Miller family at the prison Carlos is in. Below is an excerpt of a letter in which he…
Read MoreReasons Children Enter or Leave Foster Care
The most recent Adoption and Foster Care Analysis and Reporting System (AFCARS) report sheds light on a multitude of heartbreaking situations in America. It’s for the children contributing to these chilling statistics that we ask you to join us in doing something about it. Top 15 Circumstances Associated With Children Entering Foster Care: Neglect – 61%…
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