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I was in prison, and you came to visit me. (NIV)
Matthew 25:36
God Is Still Working
“Being confident of this very thing, that He who began a good work in you will
carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus.” Philippians 1:6 (NIV)
One of the greatest privileges in prison ministry is witnessing God do what only He can do. We meet men and women whose stories are filled with brokenness, regret, addiction, trauma, and loss. The world often looks at a person’s past and sees failure. God looks at the heart and sees someone worth redeeming.
Just as a seed takes time to grow into a strong tree, God patiently works in each of their lives day by day. Every prayer offered, every Bible study taught, every encouraging conversation, every volunteer who faithfully shows up, and every act of kindness becomes part of the work God is doing to restore lives.
The same is true for each of us. We all have areas where God is still shaping, healing, and refining us. His grace reminds us that our identity is NOT found in our worst mistakes but in His unfailing love and His power to make all things new.
As the Chaplain of ACACC I get to see miracles of transformation daily. Recently two inmates shared with me during Bible study how the power of prayer created peace in the midst of a highly emotional time. To maintain anonymity I’ll refer to them as IM 1 and 2. IM 1 was navigating the loss of his dad and it was causing some anxiety. (Jail is not an easy place for anyone to process their emotions especially grieve the loss of loved ones.) In the past he was never one to ask for help, but he went to IM 2 and asked him to pray for him. In that moment IM 2 nervously stepped up to the request and prayed allowing IM 1 to receive a peace that ONLY the Holy Spirit can provide. That my friends is what this is ALL about! Being able to see incarcerated individuals learning, growing and allowing God to use them is the greatest reward!
May we never lose sight of the miracle of changing lives. Every soul matters. Every testimony points to God’s faithfulness. Every life surrendered to Christ reminds us that hope is never beyond reach.
Thank you for standing with us through your prayers, generosity, and service. Because of your partnership, men and women are hearing the Gospel, discovering hope, and beginning new lives in Christ.
In His Love, Chaplain Rachel DuPhily
•Pray for peace for the families and children of the incarcerated individuals as their children return to school.
Philippians 4:6-7 “Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.”
•Pray for the power of God’s kingdom to continue transforming the lives of the leaders, staff, contactors, volunteers, and incarcerated individuals at ACACC.
We understand that life can be busy, and attending our Summer prayer gatherings in person isn't always possible. To make it easier for everyone to participate, we are offering a Zoom option for our monthly Community Prayer Gatherings throughout June, July, and August.
Whether you're at home, traveling, or on the go, you can join us from wherever you are. Feel free to keep your camera off and participate with audio only if you prefer. Together, we'll take time to thank God for all He has done, celebrate what He is doing in our community, and seek His guidance and wisdom for the days ahead.
We would love for you to join us as we unite in prayer.
**Join Zoom Meeting:**
Our next prayer gathering
is Tuesday, August 11 at 6:00 PM
We hope you will join us for this encouraging
time of fellowship, updates, and prayer.
ACACC is hiring for Correctional Officers. If you or you know someone who is looking employment, have them visit the Adams County website at www.adamscountypa.gov. Go to their hiring page and select the advertisement for Correctional Officers for details and application.
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From Relevent Magazine
Read about the myths that may keep us from wanting to reach out to inmates
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Who We Are
We are a non-profit Christian Ministry that serves inmates in the Adams County area of Pennsylvania. Our team is made up of both paid staff and volunteers with a heart for sharing Christ with those who are incarcerated...
What We Do
We purpose to share Christ with our brothers and sisters in the Adams County Adult Correctional Complex in many ways, such as offering worship services, mentoring and discipleship, and distributing Bibles...
How You Can Too!
Check out our past and upcoming events to see the different ways you can get involved in Adams Christian Prison Ministries. Also, be sure to follow us on Facebook to stay up to date on our new announcements!
