Children's Ministry - New Horizons Ministries

Hi, I’m Willow Brooke!

A girl standing next to her little brother.

By Willow – Former Foster Child I am five years old. I want to tell you a story about how God answered my prayer. When I was two years old, I was still in foster care, waiting to be adopted. I asked my momma if I could have a baby brother. Momma told me, “Let’s…

“I Wasn’t Brave Enough to Call the Cops”

By Krista Burkholder Alyssa looked at the younger girl across the table. Her eyes were full of tears as she said, “Nyesha, you were really brave when you called the cops. I wasn’t brave enough to do that.” The other girls around the table were quiet and tuned in to Alyssa’s story. As tears slid…

Inside Children’s Haven Daycare

By Savannah Knepp – Daycare Supervisor Children’s Haven daycare is tucked in a corner of New Horizon’s Oasis Park. Monday through Friday, the daycare workers are ready at 7:30 AM to welcome the children, make them breakfast, and get them geared up for another day of daycare. Something that makes our daycare unique is its…

Creating a Refuge for Kids

In the state of Colorado, it is estimated that 5% or 60,000 children have had a parent in prison at some point. Having a parent in prison affects each of these children in a different way, but the impact this has on their lives is immense. Some of the most notable effects are shame and…

A New Colorado Bill Impacts Convicted Moms

Childcare has been a service provided by New Horizons from our beginning. Childcare, and specifically foster care, is important because it meets a crucial need for children and their families caused by trauma and brokenness.

Christmas Party for Children Affected by Prison

Outdoors was a winter wonderland as volunteers began to arrive in Pueblo to set up for the children’s Christmas party on December 9th. Soon the space was filled with tinsel, twinkle lights, and piles of gifts, and we waited to greet the families who would brave the snowy roads. Slowly, they arrived, many wearing tentative…

Caring for Mallory — Child of an Incarcerated Mother

We are Austin and Cara Weaver, and we have the privilege of taking care of Mallory. Her mother is incarcerated, and she has chosen to be a part of our program here. Fostering is so important to us because Mallory was in a situation out of her control. Our goal for foster care is to…

Andrew and Christina – Foster Parents

We asked Andrew and Christina Stoltzfus the following questions to gain some insight into their foster care journey. 1. How many years have you been foster parents and how many foster children have been through your home?      We have been foster parents for seven years and have taken care of nine children. We…

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…

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 excited to provide her with the nurturing care…

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 that early childhood experiences play a critical role…

Serenity is Born

Serenity as a newborn

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 a home for Serenity, weekly visits, and…

Party 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…

Why 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.…

Thanksgiving 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.