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Our latest updates, articles, and resources.
Leading the 2023 Camp Week
Justin Kraybill I had the privilege of being one of the Camp Week leaders this year, and it was an awesome experience! Getting to know nine strangers in the matter of barely one week was so incredible. Some things we did other than work at the stores included...
Twins Born to an Incarcerated Mother
Hi! We are Marques and Marsalles, and we are twins! Our mom is currently in prison, but we are excited to be here, and we love our new foster family. Every week, we get to see our mom in prison, and we can't wait till she can take care of us. Please pray for our...
Fall Tour 2023
We are excited to announce that we are going on tour to share about our mission to break the cycle of incarceration! Arlynn and Nina Miller and their family will be sharing at churches in Nebraska, Iowa, Indiana, Michigan, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Maryland, Virginia, and...
Bondage to Freedom Seminar — Caleb Mast
On the day of his baptism, Chris shared some words that still circle in my mind. "I wasn't even looking for God, but he showed up and found me." Even now, I let those words hit my heart and I wonder, how does God do that? While I cannot answer for Him, I witnessed one...
Mark And Ruth Nissley Sing-Along
Recently, Mark and Ruth shared about taking their online Sing-Along into prisons to share with incarcerated men and women.
A Chaplain Answers the Question, “Why Prison Ministry?” (Video)
To effectively care for children, we would need to help their parents get out of the cycle they were in. Now, New Horizons
chaplains serve many facilities, discipling men and women in prison.
“The Only Book Available Was the One by Nicky Cruz”
I have always been familiar with the idea of God, but I did not fully understand the truth and the story of what He sacrificed for our salvation from the sins we have committed. In 2019, while I was in prison when my journey to faith started to unfold. At that time, I...
Easter Programs in Prison
Volunteers in Ascend, our Youth Discipleship Program, shared the message of hope and salvation in four prisons. The prisoners expressed deep gratitude for the opportunity to participate in the program. These programs have a profound impact on the lives of prisoners,...
Son finds hope in Christ
A young prisoner named Timothy* received a notice that his father's health was declining rapidly. Timothy requested a chaplain to follow up with him. It was evident to the chaplain that his heart was hurting and he didn't want to lose his father. Although he had...
“I don’t feel alone anymore”
These were Jen's words on the day of her baptism when she described what it was like when she accepted Jesus as her Savior. In the past month, New Horizons Chaplains have witnessed eight believers choose to be baptized and make a public declaration of their choice to...
Michael Healed
I have known Michael for about six years. His emotional and physical health deteriorated over time. He suffered many seizures and two strokes. He was confined to a wheelchair for the past four years. He attended our Bondage to Freedom seminar in January and...
4 Common Mistakes People Make Relating with Those Who Have Been Incarcerated
Are you struggling to communicate effectively with people affected by incarceration?Download this free 7-page guide 4 Common Mistakes People Make Relating with Those Who Have Been Incarcerated Avoid these 4 mistakes and learn how to connect in a meaningful way with...
New Inside Out Dads Class
We have begun the third class of Inside Out Dads class in prison. There has been an average of twelve men attending on a weekly basis. We had a hard time getting into the class due to the fact that the second week the prison was on lockdown and all volunteer programs...
Azaria is Born
Azaria is a tiny, beautiful baby girl who was recently born to an incarcerated woman. Her arrival into the world was bittersweet, as her mother was unable to care for her due to her incarceration. Azaria was placed with a foster family from New Horizons, who are...
Cris Released from Prison
Cris' story is a testament to the hope that Jesus brings to those who are often left behind and forgotten. Last week, she was released from prison and entered our Re-Entry program where she now has the resources and guidance to successfully reunite with her child and...
Hi, I’m Mallory!
When I was born, my mother was incarcerated, and she didn’t have anyone who was able to care for me. She chose to put me in the care of a New Horizons foster family, and I was welcomed into a family with two other kiddos and a wonderful mom and dad. I just turned one...
Update on How Child Care Helps Children Born to Incarcerated Mothers
New Horizons Child Care program provides one-on-one care for children in the early stages of their lives until their moms are released. In most cases, the care is given by nannies who are part of a household, with several children in each home. It is well documented...
Chaplain Kendrick Miller Update — Tragedy and more Openness in Prison
As the months move forward, it is hard to see positive change. In the past six months, I have lost three of the young men that I walked with behind bars. I know that I can't hold onto these things and yet they have a way of draining life and purpose. God, bring your...
Ascend Weekend Youth Retreat
Pictured: Ascend volunteers having a prayer time Ascend volunteers and leaders went on a winter retreat for spiritual input, team bonding, and experiencing fun together. It was deeply impactful to many of the volunteers who experienced the Holy Spirit moving in a...
Serenity is Born
Serenity's mother found herself in a situation no mother would want to find herself in — imprisoned while pregnant. Her options were limited, but God had not forgotten her. She was connected to doulas here at NHM who helped her with the birth of her child. We offered...