When you find yourself with idle time
use it wisely, you could pray for someone.

A family member, a neighbor or a friend,
a co-worker, a church member or even an enemy.

There's always someone, somewhere
who could use a little prayer.

Maybe a runaway, a pregnant teen
or a soldier overseas.

There's always someone, somewhere
who could use a little prayer.

A teacher, a preacher or a team of missionaries,
the President of America or an inmate in jail

There's always someone, somewhere
who could use a little prayer.

Don't waste one precious moment, of any given day.
Fall to your knees and offer up a prayer.

Pray for the homeless, the helpless, the addicts and the lost,
the orphans and the widows and the myrtre's of the world,
and for all the saints everywhere
who can use a little prayer.

Written by: Tina Iozzo

Tina in in TDCJ Gatesville Crain Unit. She, and everyone there can use a little prayer.

Pray for Jenniffer M. in Ellen Halbert Unit, Burnet, TX, Colin M. in Union Parish Det Ctr, Farmerville, LA and for Susan Marie G. in VSPW, Chowchilla, CA.

LaTrina M. in Central California Women's Facility, Chowchilla, CA. asks to have her prayer request posted. requests NKJV Bible with red lettering

Pray for Elizabeth B. in Ware County Jail, Waycross, GA. God's will be done in her life, restore her family to your plan for them.

Pray for Debra L. in Ware County Jail, Waycross, GA. Prayer Request: MT 6:33 I need strength God's will be done in all our lives pray for my family and husband to be strong until I get home, that through my witness God will work to save the lost.

Pray for Kimberly L. in Ware County Jail, Waycross, GA, Laura H. in CDC San Bernardino, San Bernardino, CA, Harold L. in West Valley Detention Center, Rancho Cucamonga, CA and Jacob J. in Stiles Unit, Beaumont, TX.

Pray for Lisa T. in , Stockton, CA. Loving God, bless and protect Lisa, strengthen her as she begins listening for your voice in the world, living the new life you have given her.

Pray for Linda H. in , Jackson, GA. Stacy asks: Pray for her mother Linda, she is going through chemo and radiation and I am not able to be with her now because I am incarcerated.

Prayer requests from Carl C. in FCC-USP2 Coleman, Coleman, FL. Healing mercies for Christine, Leonard's mother; Darden for strength for family and brothers; Woo- for people on the outside to know that prisoners are in need of prayer; for peace and safety on the "compound"; for Debra in Nashville receive God's healing power and her doctors will be blessed with wisdom;Mikola: for my appeal that God's mercy and grace abound; for my sons and daughters Roneshia, Shavonte, DeJoria, Antonio and Ronnie, may God work in their lives so they will know that Jesus is Lord!; Jamaica: strength to build faith, pray for my kids Kira and India, and for God's grace in my court case; prayer for all the brothers here on the compound who drink. My prayer is that they do not let that control their actions.; for all the men, their families and for restored peace at USP Coleman.

Pray for Karen M. in Henley Unit, Dayton, TX.

Pray for Julie M. in VSPW, Chowchilla, CA. Please pray for my son Joshua, daughter Catherine and husband Jose, my mother Maria. It will give me relief to know I'm not alone.

Pray for Tina L. in Central California Women's Facility, Chowchilla, CA. Please pray for me and my family, and for all the women in CCWF, VSPW, and CIF and all the prisoners.

Pray for Patty J. in CIW, Corona, CA. I have a beautiful 15 yr old daughter, she is doing real good. Would you please pray for us?

Pray for Reba S. in Jones Co Jail, Gray, GA. Please pray for me & my mother, my five children, that God's will be done in our lives. Let the angels protect us by the blood of Jesus. Let us serve the purpose he wants us to do. Help us keep our faith strong and continue to bless us. Thank you Lord, in Jesus' name I pray. Amen.

Pray for Amber D. in VSPW, Chowchilla, CA. She is 6 months pregnant. She would like to get a program to be with her baby.

Pray for Sherry R. in Trumbull Correctional Camp, Leavittsburg, OH. That she will be processed within next month.

Pray for Delores K. in Dallas Co Jail, Dallas, TX, Travis H. in Brazoria Co Detention Center, Angleton, TX, and Carmen O. in , Kerrville, TX.

Pray for Darrell S. in Men's State Prison, Hardwick, GA, Daniel B. in Johnston Unit, Winnsboro, TX, Michelle E. in ORW, Marysville, OH, and Cassandra J. in CIW, Corona, CA.

...as if you were their fellow prisoners" Hebrews 13:3 NIV

Pray for Ashley D. in , Perris, CA. "Pray for my kids, family and me, and I will keep the ministry in prayer."

Pray for Tammy S. in ORW, Marysville, OH. "Please keep Christine, Scott, Jeremiah & Colleen in your prayers. I have been sentenced 2 1/2 years, but only God knows the time I will actually serve."

Pray for Gina F. in Ector County Detention Center, Odessa, TX. "Plz pray for me and my family."

Pray for Linda T. in Dawson State Jail, Dallas, TX. "Please pray for me to overcome my anger and be strengthened to carry on. Pray for my brother that ge be freed of his bitterness and selfish ways. I pray for healing and protection of my children and my grandbaby in Jesus' holy name."

Pray for Lorraine J. in Woodman Unit, Gatesville, TX., William P. in Downstate Corr Facility, Fishkill, NY., David D. in Folsom State Prison, Represa, CA., James M. in Harris County Jail, Houston, TX., and Linda W. in GHRC, San Bernardino, CA.

Pray for Guadalupe Z. in VSPW, Chowchilla, CA., Zenobia D. in Bakersfield, CA., Homer W. in Corcoran State Prison, Corcoran, CA. and Christian F. in Corcoran State Prison, Corcoran, CA.

Pray for Leo A. in Avenal State Prison, Avenal, CA. "Please pray for my wife Tina, she had a stroke and is in deep financial problems."

Pray for Troy H. in El Paso Co Criminal Justice Ctr, Colorado Springs, CO., Jose V. in Corcoran, CA., and Amanda A. in Woodman Unit, Gatesville, TX.

Pray for all the women incarcerated in Chowchilla, CA., including Gabriela G., Lesley S., Hilda H., Janice B., Louarone B. and Teresa H.

Pray for Shannon L. in Pine Lodge Corr Ctr for Women, Medical Lake, WA., Rosanna M. in Plane State Jail, Dayton, TX. and Jacqueline T. in Federal Detention Center, Philadelphia, PA.

Pray for Carrie M. in Maricopa Co Corrections, Phoenix, AZ. "Please pray for me I was involved in a domestic violence relationship and I am mother to four children facing a second degree murder charge. I did not mean for this to happen. Pray for me and my children, that God will guide us through this time."

Pray for Ernie W. in , San Bernardino, CA., and Sheila M. in Denver Women's Corr Facility, Denver, CO.

Pray for Steven M. in Huntsville Unit, Huntsville, TX. "The Lord has been leading me to reach out and share my walk, I am looking and praying for an opportunity to correspond with a brother or sister whom I can share the wonderful gift of faith God has given me. "


Pray for Vivian M. in VSPW, Chowchilla, CA. "Would you pray for me, my daughter to always be under the blood of Jesus Christ and to always make the right decisions."

Pray for Jason G. in Potter County Detention Center, Amarillo, TX.

Easter blessings! Please share the power of your prayer strength with those in prison, including...

Pray for Laura D. in VSPW, Chowchilla, CA., Laura F. and Maria M. in CIW, Corona, CA., and Arthur Z. in California Corr Institution, Tehachapi, CA.

Pray for Pamela F. in St Mary Parish Law Center, Centerville, LA.

Pray for Chris S. in Limestone Co Detention Ctr, Groesbeck, TX. "Please pray for wife - Ashley and our - 7 day old baby. They are struggling in Houston."

Pray for Christopher S. in Johnston Unit, Winnsboro, TX. "Please say a prayer for my son Mannix, my daughter Alicia, and my wife Dixie. I haven't heard from them in almost a year."

Pray for Amy L. in Dade Co Detention Facility, Trenton, GA. and Vinita S. in Oklahoma County Detention Center, Oklahoma City, OK.

Pray for Charlotte W. in CIW, Corona, CA. "I need for you to pray for my family I lost my mom in Dec 2008 I'm very hurt and lonely all my family gave up on me I dont receive mail I could really use strong prayer. for my brothers Frank and Alfred, my sister Della and most of all my mother Nora she's in heaven now. and pray for me also!"

Pray for Robert W. in Aransas Co Detention Center, Rockport, TX., and Teresa H. in Plane State Jail, Dayton, TX.

Pray for Sandejo P. in , Louisville, KY. "I would like you to pray for my family, I have a 15 yr. old daughter who is going down a troubled path. I am in a transitional/recovery house trying to stay on the right path, and at this point all I can do is leave it to God. Please pray for us."

Pray for Tracy W. in Woodman Unit, Gatesville, TX., and Joanna M. in Plane State Jail, Dayton, TX.

Pray for Miquel J. in Ada Co Jail, Boise, ID.

Pray for Beverly O. in Pulaski State Prison, Hawkinsville, GA. "Please pray for my husband Ransom and my mother Bonnie. They both need me, he has cancer and my mother has nightmares."

Pray for Stacy R. in VSPW, Chowchilla, CA., Laura H. in Brazos Co Jail, Bryan, TX., Corena N. in East Texas ISF, Henderson, TX., and Adrienne B. in Decatur Corrections Center, Decatur, IL.

Pray for Mrs. Ollie B. in Chicago, IL. Pray for her, lost her beloved husband of 56 years and is lonesome. Requested by her son.

Pray for Cindy D. in , Columbus, OH. Prayer request for brother Malcolm N. who recently lost his wife and needs to be wrapped in prayer for peace and healing.

Pray for Todd P. in Bradshaw State Jail, Henderson, TX.

Pray for Teresa R. in Alamogordo, NM. cancer survivor - Mayo Clinic

Pray for Yvonne W., Veronica S. and Thelma C. in Central California Women's Facility, Chowchilla, CA., Jenny Kay H. in Ector County Detention Center, Odessa, TX., and Taysha S. in FCI Danbury, Danbury, CT.

Pray for Carl S. in Jasper, TX., and Lydia N. in Fresno, CA.

Pray for Frances P. in McPherson Correctional Facility, Newport, AR., Niya J. in IDOC/MCU, Madison, IN.

Pray for all the women in VSPW, Chowchilla, CA., including Cindy C., Christine R., and Johnnie O, Georgina B. and Cindy J.

Pray for Robert R. in Wayne County Jail, Detroit, MI. and for Carl C. and all the men at FCI Coleman in Coleman FL.

By dying, you destroyed our death, in rising you restored our life. Come Lord Jesus, come. Amen.

Pray for Scott D. in Joe F. Gurney Unit, Tennessee Colony, TX.
Pray for Shannan B. in LCIW, Saint Gabriel, LA.
Pray for Kristen D. in Central California Women's Facility, Chowchilla, CA.
Pray for Maria Teresa P. in VSPW, Chowchilla, CA. "Pray for me, I'm in lock down because I've been suicidal. I need to be pulled out of the depths of despair, and only God can help."
Pray for Lora P. in Guntersville, AL.
Pray for Curtis T. in Buster Cole State Jail, Bonham, TX.
Pray for Jeanne J. in Plane State Jail, Dayton, TX. "I ask you to pray for a forgiving spirit in my family, that they can understand my disease of addiction, and will support me in my struggle for recovery. Pray for my children and my loved one, but mostly that God will strengthen me in my recovery."
Pray for Jenny D. in Solano Co Jail, Fairfield, CA. "Pray for me and my room mate, Paula M., and our families."
Pray for Christina K. in Bexar County Jail, San Antonio, TX.
Pray for Tomika B. in VSPW, Chowchilla, CA. good letter
Pray for Jenine B. in CIW, Corona, CA.
Pray for Camila R. in Woodman Unit, Gatesville, TX.
Pray for Ronnie H. in Wheeler Unit, Plainview, TX.
Pray for Rudy L. in Toledo VOA, Toledo, OH. "This is my brother who I love and cherish. Please keep him in your prayers for safety and that he will know he is always in my heart as he has always stuck by my side." from Joanna K
Pray for Joanna K. in Northeast Pre-Release Center, Cleveland, OH.
Pray for Sharon A. in , Tyler, TX. 'Please keep myself and my family in your prayers.'
Pray for Katherine A. in VSPW, Chowchilla, CA. 'I am HIV positive and alone. Please keep me in your prayers. If possible, I would like someone to write back and forth."
Pray for Michele W. in VSPW, Chowchilla, CA. "Pray for the ladies in here and their families, and for me that I may get accepted to the Mother/Infant program."

Pray for Darlene T. in Decatur Corrections Center, Decatur, IL. (pen pal request)

Pray for Jeff A. in Madison Co Detention Ctr, Canton, MS. "Please remember my family in your prayers."

Pray for Monique T. in Huron Valley Womens Complex, Ypsilanti, MI.

Pray for Alice A. in West Valley Detention Center, Rancho Cucamonga, CA.

Pray for Tisha G. in Plane State Jail, Dayton, TX.

Pray for Daniel & Mary A. in Fresno, CA. "Pray for Mary, my fiancee, and I, Daniel, in our walk to be blessed with faith as well as happiness and love."

Pray for William P. in Nassau Co Correction Center, East Meadow, NY.

Pray for Patricia G. in CMCF, Pearl, MS.

Pray for Ronnie and Jennifer Y. in Byhalia, MS.

Pray for Debra M. in Huron Valley Womens Complex, Ypsilanti, MI.

Pray for Nora B., Gaylene P., Diane R. and Angela T. in VSPW, Chowchilla, CA. "Please pray for my husband and my kids, and for our restoration as a family."

Pray for LaTawnya H. in VSPW, Chowchilla, CA. "Please say a special prayer for all the women here at this prison facility and our loved ones."

Model Prayer

"So when you pray, you should pray like this: 'Our Father in
heaven, we pray that your name will always be kept holy. We
pray that your kingdom will come, and that the things you
want will be done here on earth, the same as in heaven. Give
us the food we need for each day. Forgive the sins we have
done, the same as we have forgiven the people that did wrong
to us. Don't let us be tempted (tested); but save us from the
Evil One (the devil).'" -- Matthew 6:9-13 (ERV)

KEY THOUGHT:
Much has been written about Jesus' model prayer. Rather than something
to be blindly recited, this is a short guide for disciples on how to
pray. The prayer easily divides into two parts: first, we recognize the
inestimable greatness of God, and then we recognize our dependency upon
him. The first three petitions ask God to accomplish his ultimate
will in our world and reveal his holy purposes to all people. The
second three acknowledge our need for sustenance, forgiveness, and
strength to face the rigors of daily spiritual and physical life.
Bottom line: prayer doesn't need to be eloquent, but reverent of God,
penitent before God, and dependent upon God while approaching him with
confidence as his children.

TODAY'S PRAYER:
Holy and tender Father, I pray that you exert your power in our world
and work your will in irrefutable and glorious ways. I trust you to
fill my daily needs as I depend upon your mercy and grace to forgive me
and empower me to forgive. May my life be used in your service to
accomplish your will. In the name of Jesus I pray. Amen.

used with permission from heartlight.org

"I'm so ready to turn my life over to God. This is my 3rd time in prison and I want it to be my last. Please send me "A New Day in Christ" daily devotional guide to help me live my life for God. I'm tired of living my life my way and hurting my family. My Grandmother is 81 years old and she has always been there for me, and now I should be there for her so I'm asking please pray for my family and me. I know I can change. I know God is real." -Mendi E. VSPW Chowchilla CA

Pray for William P. in Nassau Co Correction Center, East Meadow, NY. “Please pray with me MT 18:19-20 for my freedom Mk 11:24, Isaiah 61:1, Psalm 146:7, in the Lord Christ Jesus' name I pray, Amen.”

Pray for Maria F. in Fort Bend Co Jail, Richmond, TX. “I am from Los Angeles, I have lots of sisters in Christ at Chowchilla. Please send my blessings. Please put me on your prayer that I can soon be reunited with my mommy, Maria Elena, and that we can minister to others and walk together in the Lord.”

Pray for Jason M. in Montgomery Co Detention Ctr, Conroe, TX. “Would you please pray for me and my wife and mother? I lost my son a few months back. He was only three months old. I know he is with our Good Shepherd and Lord. I just don’t understand things. Pray that my faith will carry me through.”

Pray for Lisa R. in Plane State Jail, Dayton, TX. “Pray for peace for me & all my family, my daughters Diamond and Paris. Please pray for my victory. I soon hope to have my own prison ministry.”

Pray for Brian F. in Gist State Jail, Beaumont, TX., Linda B. in Dawson State Jail, Dallas, TX., David Scott P. in Halawa Correctional Facility, Aiea, HI, and Michael B. in Warren County Jail, Warren, PA.

Pray for Roberta S. in VSPW, Chowchilla, CA. “I am praying for my friend Gigi, who has leukemia, for healing and to bring her close to God. I also pray God will keep his hand on us... Please heal the conflicts in our hearts, and protect us in his great love.”

Pray for Karen E., Mendi E., Julia W., Evelyn J., and Jessica R. in VSPW, Chowchilla, CA.

Pray for Theresa W. in Woodman Unit, Gatesville, TX., Manesa L. in Plane State Jail, Dayton, TX., Daniel C. in West Valley Detention Center, Rancho Cucamonga, CA., Carolyn C. in Pulaski State Prison, Hawkinsville, GA., Stephanie C. in Denver Women's Corr Facility, Denver, CO. and Julia G. in CIW, Corona, CA.

Pray for Bernadina J. in McLennan Co Jail, Waco, TX. “Please add me to your prayer list, and pray for my return home so that I can be with my three kids. “

Pray for Edna B. in Plane State Jail, Dayton, TX.

Pray for Ron M. in Dalhart Unit, Dalhart, TX. for those struck with cancer

Pray for Leola M. in Brazos Co Jail, Bryan, TX. “My prayer is that the Lord will continue to bless this ministry, and it will continue to touch live, as it has touched and inspired my own. Amen.”

Pray for Janet P. in Jackson Co Jail, Kansas City, MO. “Pray for us all, especially those who don’t believe, pray for the police force, for the officers here, for our new President of the U.S. and all prosecuting attorneys and judges. May God’s will be done in our nation. Amen.”

Pray for Carletta D. in Marion Co Womens Corr Facility, Columbia, MS., LaTondia B. in Warren County Jail, Bowling Green, KY., Cynthia D. in Decatur Corrections Center, Decatur, IL., Bruce E. in West Valley Detention Center, Rancho Cucamonga, CA., and Sharon F. in Roanoke City Jail, Roanoke, VA.

Pray for David G. in Stevenson Unit, Cuero, TX., Kimberly F. in ORW, Marysville, OH., Julius R. in EBRPP, Baton Rouge, LA. (and his mother), and for Jeffrey P. in USP Atlanta, Atlanta, GA.

Pray for Gaywanell L. in Central California Women's Facility, Chowchilla, CA. Prayer for her and her husband. they need to keep their marriage together.

Pray for Amanda P. in ORW, Marysville, OH. “Please pray for my children Brooklyn and Brandon to remain in God's care, and my mother and father to have strength and faith.”

Pray for Christopher C. in Joe F. Gurney Unit, Tennessee Colony, TX. “Please pray for me and my family.”

Pray for Carl C. in FCC-USP2 Coleman, Coleman, FL. Pray for peace and grace to be real in the lives of the men at FCC Coleman, for God’s abundant love to be sufficient for every need, and that day by day each man in their prayer circle will walk closer to God’s will in his life.

Pray for Olga R. in San Marcos, TX., Alexandria, Shawn, Drey D. in Belton, TX. And Crystal M. in Dublin, GA.

Pray for Crystal M. in Bleckley PDC, Cochran, GA. Pray for God’s healing power to strengthen her, to protect and guide her children.

Pray for Miriam G. in Lee Arrendale State Prison, Alto, GA., Lisa L. in Polk County Jail, Bartow, FL., Rudy P. in Sacramento Co Jail, Sacramento, CA., Raul L. in Stevenson Unit, Cuero, TX.

Pray for Sylvia G. in Los Fresnos, TX. Pray for her, she is raising her grandchildren.

Father God, I come b4 u,a queen of UR heavenly courts U graciously appointed me n Jesus Holy name, lifting these precious souls b4 u asking that U give them the eyes to see & the ears to hear the Spirit speaking Your desire for their lives.Your word says "Man does not live by bread alone but by every WORD that proceeeds out of the mouth of God."BLESS THEM FATHER so they can c that true joy n life is when U r glorified n theirs.The strongest drink or drug just can't compare to slightest touch or breath on us from U. Thank U Father n Jesus Holy name that Ur WORD DOES NOT return 2 U void but accomplishes that U sent IT 2 do.Warrior angels-fight for them,ministerng angels-minister Fathers love as HE would have u do. PRAISE HIS HOLY NAME-JESUS. AMEN & AMEN
- L.K. Harris

Pray for Miguel J. in Ada Co Jail, Boise, ID. "Please pray for me as I am feeling very low. My grandmother, who was also like my mom and dad to me, passed away on July 24th. She was also a missionary. Please pray for me to find peace. I also would like you to pray for my wife Julie, for for Dominique M, M/M Vince T. and M/M Craig P. I go to court on Jan 26th for something I did not do. Pray for justice for myself."

Pray for William P. in Nassau Co Correction Center, East Meadow, NY. "God grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change, the courage to change the things I can change, and the wisdom to know the difference. Living one day at a time; accepting hardships as a pathway to peace; taking, as Jesus did, this sinful world as it is, not as I would have it; trusting that you will make all things right if I surrender to your will; so that I may be reasonably happy in this life and supremely happy with You forever in the next. Amen.

Pray for Lizzie S. in ASPC Perryville Santa Cruz, Goodyear, AZ. "Please say a special prayer for me and my family."

Pray for Jesus L. in Potter County Detention Center, Amarillo, TX. "Pray for my family and my girlfriend, Bethany."

Pray for Deirdre W. in VSPW, Chowchilla, CA. "Please pray for me and especially my mom. She's very ill. Please also pray for my roommates. I will go home 6-22-09 by the grace of God."

Pray for Christi K. in Gatesville Unit, Gatesville, TX.
Pray for Pedro L. in Dallas Co Jail, Dallas, TX.
Pray for Barbara S. in So Dakota Corr Facility, Pierre, SD.
Pray for Delvetra J. in Bowie Co Correction Center, Texarkana, TX.

Pray for Tevorra S. in Central California Women's Facility, Chowchilla, CA. "I am alone and I don't get mail or visits. It would be so nice to get pictures or mail from somebody. Please pray for me, for my family and my roommates."

Pray for Dottie C. in FPC Bryan, Bryan, TX. Prayer requested by husband Shane, for protection and safety, to keep their marriage strong and keep their eyes on Jesus while they are separated.

Praise from Julie K. in Evansville, IN. "Praise Him: Greetings! We corresponded first in October 2006. I wanted to say thank you for the daily devotional calendar. I still begin each day with this and it helps me stay focused on the Lord. I also would like to share with you a few things that are happening in my life today. The Lord provides for me... I received a college grant and I am in my 2nd year of college... My mother, Bonnie, was on your prayer list when she was diagnosed with colon cancer and given just 2 months to live. Today she is cancer free. The Lord is Good! My life has been filled with so much peace since surrendering to the Lord. I am a different person today and it is all thanks to the good Lord and the Holy Spirit that lives inside me!"

Pray for Tevorra S. in Central California Women's Facility, Chowchilla, CA. "I am alone and I don't get mail or visits. It would be so nice to get pictures or mail from somebody. Please pray for me, for my family and my roommates."

Pray for Dottie C. in FPC Bryan, Bryan, TX. Prayer requested by husband Shane, for protection and safety, to keep their marriage strong and keep their eyes on Jesus while they are separated.

Pray for all the ladies in Chowchilla, including Theresa T., Elizabeth G., Monique R., Theresa H., Spring G., Cindy C., and Priya S., Debbie H. asks "Please lift up me and my husband Chris. He is out of prison and in a drug program and we just renewed our vows. Keep us lifted as one in your prayers." and Carolyn W. requests: " I have 8 beautiful children. They are all adopted. Please keep them in prayers."

Pray for Annie M. in Hamden, OH.
Pray for Marissa F. in ORW, Marysville, OH.
Pray for Mary C. in Mandeville, LA.
Pray for Tavares W. in FCI Three Rivers, Three Rivers, TX. fiance and 5 children
Pray for Angel L. in Metro State Prison, Atlanta, GA. Her husband was diagnosed with Mesothelioma
Pray for Benita T. in Yakima County Jail, Yakima, WA. Please pray for me and my brother.
Pray for Caroline L. in CIW, Corona, CA. Please pray that my children will let me back in their lives and forgive me for not being there for them.
Pray for Delvetra J. in Bowie Co Correction Center, Texarkana, TX.
Pray for Mandy V. in East Texas ISF, Henderson, TX.
Pray for Charlotte A. in Plane State Jail, Dayton, TX. Pray for her recovery.
Pray for Sharmaine R. in ASPC Perryville Santa Cruz, Goodyear, AZ.

Praise and prayer from Sheldon S. in New Orleans, LA. I was incarcerated in 2006 and got a devotional then, I've been reading it for 2 1/2 years now, and God has blessed me every day through the reading. I called to thank you for letting God work through you, and to send a devotional to my friend who is in jail and has just about lost hope. God is the source of our hope, and your devotional guide is a good reminder of that. He needs it now like I needed it then.

New Day in Christ Ministries marks the beginning of its 10th year in 2009! During the past 9 years, more than 132,000 persons have been woven together with us in a tapestry outreach that allows each person to be part of sharing the word of God with loved ones and friends. We are so truly blessed to have the opportunity to continue this ministry, and pray God's continued blessing and guidance of our efforts.

We pray in thanksgiving for each and every person who shares the ministry of A New Day in Christ. We give thanks for those who support this ministry with their gifts of time, talent and resources. So many who share the good news of new beginnings in Jesus are unknown to us, but they are known to God, and we ask that their efforts on behalf of this ministry bear much fruit in their lives, and in the lives they touch.

Pray for Tavares W. in FCI Three Rivers, Three Rivers, TX. her fiance and 5 children.

Pray for these women in VSPW, Chowchilla, CA: Cindy C., Spring G., Priya S., Justine B., Valerie M. and Judy A.

Pray for Adonis W. in ASPC Perryville Santa Cruz, Goodyear, AZ. 12/19/08 wrote to ask if mailing was made to mother, 2 daughters, sister - shows Sept - so I don't know - am including names this time.

Pray for Nakkai F. in IDOC/RCF, Rockville, IN.

Pray for Laura S. and Theresa F. in , Greensburg, IN.

Pray for Melvin C. in Wasco State Corr Facility, Wasco, CA., for Brittany B. in Woodman Unit, Gatesville, TX. and for Quintesta B. in Dallas Co Jail, Dallas, TX.

Pray for Kathy G. in Lancaster, CA and Pamela B. in Pride, LA.

Pray for Cynthia V. in Central California Women's Facility, Chowchilla, CA., Pearline R. in Gadsden Corr Facility, Quincy, FL., Debra J. and Terri K. in McPherson Correctional Facility, Newport, AR. and George P. in Houston County Jail, Dothan, AL.

Pray for Kelly B. in Somerville County Jail, Glen Rose, TX. Praying for a miracle.

Pray for Reynaldo P. in FCC-USP2 Coleman, Coleman, FL. sent Testimony - "Treasures in Prison Cells"

God is always creating, and we give praise and thanks to God for letting us be used in this work.

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Houston, TX 77019

May this new year be filled with wonder at what God has done for us!

May the peace of the Lord Jesus Christ be real to you this Christmas. Expect to find Jesus where you least expect. Be ready to be surprised by grace!

New Day in Christ Ministries will be closed for the holiday from December 24 through January 5th.

Dear Lord please help me for I am lost, I've lived my lif on tyhe edge and paid t he cost. Learning every lesson in life the hard way, wishing for a better way, praying for a better day. To you I give my heart and soul, So I may once again be whole. Never again will I harvest so much hate. Within your hands I leave my fate. Lord I surrender to thee. I am your to command for I have failed as a father , son and man. Send your angels to set my mind free So I may become the man I was made to be. I'm down on my knees Lord,hear my cry. I can no longer live this life of lies. Take my future and forgive my past for without your love I will never last. In Jesus name I pray, Amen.

By Anastacio Trelles

Pray for LaShaundor G. in Pulaski State Prison, Hawkinsville, GA. "Please pray for my mother, who has full custody of my children until I get out. She needs healing and strength to overcome the cancer in her colon and be stronger in Christ."

Pray for James R. in , Tacoma, WA. Pray that God remove the barriers that are facing James, that his physical needs are met and that his spirit is filled with the peace of Christ.

Pray for Richardo S. in Estelle Unit, Huntsville, TX. "Guide and protect me along this journey, bring me closer to you, God. For I have tried to be in control too long, and now I know that it is only You who can be in control of my footsteps, for I am weak and I am afraid. You are strong and you will show me the way to go. Where you lead me I will follow. Amen."

Pray for Katrina D. in Central California Women's Facility, Chowchilla, CA. "Please pray for me and my walk with Christ. Also my family: Katrina, Michael, Ladrima, Precious, and Sherday. Keep them safe while I am gone in Jesus name. Amen."

Pray for Sandra K. in Blaine WA, Touch Sandra with your healing grace, loving God. Take away any pain and fear, and replace it with your peace and joy. Guide her caregivers to do Your will. Let all around her be channels of your peace in her life, as she is also in theirs. May your glory be reflected in our own countenance as we humbly approach our homecoming.

Pray for Loretta K. in Plane State Jail, Dayton, TX. "Please put me and my family on your prayer list. May it be God's will that I will hear from them soon."

Pray for Paula B. in , San Antonio, TX. "I am praying and thanking the Lord for healing, but would be thankful for your prayers as well. I am an alcoholic, have been for over 20 years. I have liver disease and Hep C. I am praying for deliverance from addiction to alcohol, and for healing of the damage it has done to my body. Thank you for your prayers, and for the daily devotional."

Pray for Maria P. in CCA Bridgeport PPR, Bridgeport, TX.

Pray for Carl Cooper and all the men at Coleman USP.

Pray for Wanda B. in Dawson State Jail, Dallas, TX. "Please lift my family in prayer, their names are Ron Edwin, Tammie, Floyd III, Chasiti, Marquita, Duriel (deceased), and my parents James Sr & Eloise. Please pray for us all!"

Pray for William P. in Nassau Co Correction Center, East Meadow, NY. "May God bless me and my wife Lisa, our 3 kids and all our family and friends. May God also bless you in Jesus Christ I pray!"

Pray for Samantha L. in Mabel Bassett Corr Ctr, McLoud, OK. "Please pray for me. I am living with HIV, and sometimes it is very hard."

Pray for Hope S. in Robert Scott Corr Facility, Plymouth, MI. for Lourdes F. in Fort Bend Co Jail, Richmond, TX. and pray for Angela C. in , Beaumont, TX

Pray for Maythia H. in Dawson State Jail, Dallas, TX. "Please keep me and my family in your prayers."

Pray for Vicky J. in ASPC Perryville Santa Cruz, Goodyear, AZ. "I am asking you to join me in prayer that God's will be done in my case, and that the appeal will be granted."

Pray for Marivel R. in Leo Chesney Center, Live Oak, CA. "Please pray for all of us who are incarcerated and our loved ones."

Pray for William P. in Nassau Co Correction Center, East Meadow, NY. "Please pray for me, my wife Lisa, our 3 children and our family & friends. We need the Lord's blessings upon our lives!"

Pray for Gwen T. in , Saucier, MS. and ray for Eleanor H. in , Fredonia, KY., pray for Denise E. in Woodman Unit, Gatesville, TX.

Pray for Marysela L., Priscilla H. and for Candy J. in VSPW, Chowchilla, CA.
Pray for Alejandra H. and for LaRonda J. in Central California Women's Facility, Chowchilla, CA.

Pray for Travis B. in Franklin Parish Detention Center, Winnsboro, LA. "I am asking prayers that my new walk with Christ be a blessing to me and my family."

Pray for Martha R. in SCI Cambridge Springs, Cambridge Springs, PA. "Keep me on your prayer list, and keep me on your mailing list for any additional materials."

Pray for Wanda W. in , Duncan, OK. Asks prayer for her daughter, who is incarcerated, and herself, who is sole support.

Pray for Lesley H. in Collin Co Detention Facility, McKinney, TX. "Please lift my dad up in prayer. He was given 2 yr to live. I have been praying over him to open my dad's heart and mind to know Jesus loves him and died of the cross for our sins."

Pray for Makeisha S. in Dallas Co Jail, Dallas, TX. /'Please pray for me and my husband Gene. His love is unconditional, but he is weary. Pray that we have a second chance./'

Pray for James B. in Estes Unit, Venus, TX. Pray for Sheila C. in Plane State Jail, Dayton, TX. (requests a pen pal), for Fransha B. in Plane State Jail, Dayton, TX., for Joel S. in Dallas Co Jail, Dallas, TX. and for Jonathan K. in Huerfano County Correctional Facility, Walsenburg, CO.

Pray for Steven M. in Southwest Arkansas Comm Corrections Ctr, Texarkana, AR. (6 children)
Pray for Alicia F. in Hall County Detention Center, Gainesville, GA., pray for Jennifer R. in Polk County Jail, Bartow, FL. and pray for Charlene T. in Central California Women's Facility, Chowchilla, CA.

Pray for Michelle C. in Floyd County Jail, Rome, GA. Please keep all persons in jails, prisons and institutions in your prayers.

Pray for Jonathan W. in Colorado Territorial Correctional Facility, Canon City, CO. "I have been in solitary confinement for the past 3 years. It has been a hard time, given the fact that I keep trying to kill myself. I've been a Christian since 1994, and I know the Bible says to treat our body as a temple, but I can't overcome the hopelessness. Is there anyway you can connect with a couple of pen pals? Please pray for me."

Pray for Tammy D. and Lynda S. in High Plains Corr Facility, Brush, CO. Request tuition assistance.

Pray for LaVera J. in Elmwood Correction Center, Milpitas, CA. "Please pray for me to be stronger in Christ, and for my husband Clarence to stop the devil's work and for my family to walk with God. Put all the ladies here on your prayer list for strength in walking with Christ."

Pray for Cynthia A. in VSPW, Chowchilla, CA. 'Please pray for me. I have an 8 month old baby that is getting ready to get adopted out to my sister. I am doing 3 yrs."

Pray for John T. in FCI Beaumont Medium, Beaumont, TX. wife has cancer
Pray for Deziree U. in Plane State Jail, Dayton, TX. 6 month pregnant - 1st child
Pray for Victoria W. in VSPW, Chowchilla, CA. Room Mate Annette Strain gets her remaining sentence reduced, Pray for Nora O. in Yakima County Jail, Yakima, WA. Pray for Janice L. in Hernando Correctional Institution, Brooksville, FL.

Pray for the women in housing unit A2 and A3 of VSPW in Chowchilla CA, especially Martha D., Mashanti B., Diana H, Angela S., Huizar N. and Lisa M.

Pray for Janice H. in VSPW, Chowchilla, CA. "Please pray for my daughter, Shalla, to overcome the cancer the doctors have found around her kidneys."

Pray for Linda R. in VSPW, Chowchilla, CA. "I am asking special prayer for the Prescott family, as well as my own family, Jonathan, Sarah and John. May God strengthen them in this time in all our lives. Also a prayer for all victims of such terrible accidents."

Pray for William P. in Nassau Co Correction Center, East Meadow, NY. "Walk with me Lord I pray. Give me strength throughout the day. Take my problems big and small, Lift me when I tend to fall. Walk with me oh Lord I pray. Prompt me what to do and say. Let me feel you're always there. Lift me when I feel despair."

Pray for Cherie A. in , Louisville, KY. Please pray for Deon Andrews.
Pray for Sylvia D. in , Houston, TX., for Valerie C. in East Texas ISF, Henderson, TX., Margaret D. in Woodman Unit, Gatesville, TX., and for Johnny B. in Neal Unit, Amarillo, TX.

Pray for Nichols S. in Sacramento Co Jail, Sacramento, CA., Jackie F. in , San Lorenzo, CA., Marquita M. in , Los Angeles, CA., Sharon W. in VSPW, Chowchilla, CA. (35 year sentence), and for Mary P. in Dallas Co Jail, Dallas, TX.

November 12

Jonah 1:17
"And the Lord appointed a great fish to swallow Jonah, and Jonah was in the stomach of the fish three days and three nights."

I have been thinking about how Jonah was scared of the Lord. He thought that he could hide from Him. But Jonah couldn't hide from God, because God is everywhere. And sometimes we are all scared. But we shouldn't run away from God like Jonah did. Instead we should follow His ways.

Dear God, please forgive us for all the times we have run away. Help us to keep our confidence strong in you. Amen.

Meditation shared by Daniel C., 15 yrs. old, A New Day in Christ daily devotional guide.

Charlotte M. of Houston, TX asks:, "Please pray for my sister, Donna Lee West, who is lost in the streets due to her addictions."

Pray for Bobby U. in Northeast Arkansas Comm Corr Ctr, Osceola, AR.

Pray for Kevin W. in Ellis 1 Unit, Huntsville, TX. "Please keep us inmates, both men and women, in your prayers. There are a lot of brothers in here that need prayer."

Pray for Roberta H. in , Lubbock, TX. For strength and healing, for peace and joy in the face of suffering, please be present with Roberta through this difficult time. Assure her of your steadfast love, bring about your will in her life.

Pray for Ida G. in Gadsden Corr Facility, Quincy, FL.

Pray for Trinidad P. in Bowie Co Correction Center, Texarkana, TX.

"I would like to ask for Prayer for the ladies at the Guardian Angels transitional home. these are women who were incarcerated, women who needed a clean and sober environment from drugs/alcohol addictions or homeless women in immediate crisis.

We have a need for a van to get the women to work, appointments, interviews etc.. We also have needs for food, toiletries, clothes, copier, shoes, paper goods, office supplies, and mostly permanent homes for the ladies when they finish the program.

We really need your prayers.

Thanks You and God Bless "
- Sharon H.


"Please pray for my mother Claretha R. in Hawkinsville, GA. Pray for God to give her strength, courage, good health and faith to move forward each day and to continue believing. I ask that the Lord answers our prayers and bring her home very soon. "
- Courtney


Pray for Brandon F. in Jones Co Jail, Gray, GA.


Pray for Olivia H. in Jones Co Jail, Gray, GA." I am requesting prayer for my parents, their health and finances, for my 23 year old son's strength & faith, for him to overcome his alcohol addiction, for my own battle with addiction, I pray that I will allow God control, to surrender everything to him. Please pray for my 18 yr old son who is also in jail, pray he can overcome his anger and let got heal his heart. God comforts us with his presence even in this dark place. I am so grateful."


Pray for Mankeya B. in VSPW, Chowchilla, CA. "I need prayer for forgiveness and a better life, I know without him it's not possible. Please hold me and my children in your prayers."


Pray for Eva R. in VSPW, Chowchilla, CA. "I need prayer for myself & family. That I find Jesus and the Holy Spirit, that my family does also, and I can rest easy in him to still my spirit, to be able to hear him."


Pray for L F. in Fort Bend Co Jail, Richmond, TX.
Pray for Shelia P. in VSPW, Chowchilla, CA., and Vada J. in VSPW, Chowchilla, CA.


Pray for all of the hundreds and thousands of prisoners released every day. May God provide them with the courage and strength to walk a difficult path, the patience and tenacity to carry heavy burdens. Protect and empower them to keep their focus on You, and guide them to create a new life that is satisfying and full of joy. Especially today I lift up John C. and Vincent W.

Jessica C. asks for prayer; "I ask that you pray for GUMARO N. for strength to keep his head up and to stay strong, for him to understand that God has a plan and that all things happen because he says so.. DEAR LORD KEEP HIM SAFE AND HELP HIM THROUGH WHEN HE THINKS HE CANT DO IT ANYMORE LET HIM KNOW I LOVE HIM AND THAT I NEED HIM TO STAY STRONG AND KEEP HIS HEAD UP...AMEN"

Jose G. asks "Pray for Belinda B. (Leo Chesney Ctr, Live Oak CA) who misses her children very much and that the Lord give her peace in her heart about that situation and that Lord reveal to her that she has people on the outside that love her very much."

Pray for SGT. CHRIS W. in , APO, AE, AL.
Pray for Michelle N. in Liberty County Jail, Liberty, TX.
Pray for Mary Ann B. in Pulaski State Prison, Hawkinsville, GA.
Pray for Patricia M. in VSPW, Chowchilla, CA.
Pray for Corina C. in VSPW, Chowchilla, CA. "Please say a special prayer for me and my mom. Thanks."
Pray for Sharon W. in Central California Women's Facility, Chowchilla, CA.

Pray for Cathy H. in ORW, Marysville, OH. "Please pray for all the women here at ORW, or my family and friends at home, and my fiancee in Chillicothe, Lee W."

Pray for Woodrow P. in Simpson Co. Jail, Franklin, KY.
Pray for Amanda O. in PRC, Orlando, FL.
Pray for Valissa S. in Gadsden Corr Facility, Quincy, FL. (pen-pal request)

Pray for Diann S. in VSPW, Chowchilla, CA. "My father is very sick and is taking care of my children. Can you please pray for him, Robert Graham, for healing and strength, and that I am ok and make it through this tough time to go home to them."

Pray for Jessie S. in Leo Chesney Center, Live Oak, CA. "Pray for me and my two daughters, Lanika and Shayna, and my parents."

Pray for Jennifer C. in Leo Chesney Center, Live Oak, CA. "Lift my family and marriage up in prayer."

Pray for Diane F. in Gatesville Unit, Gatesville, TX. "Please pray for my children, grandchildren, parents, brothers & sisters, all the women here with me, their loved ones. God knows already. He knows everything about me, so I praise God daily. I pray that He sends angels to take charge over my loved ones and yours."

Pray for Kelly R. in Murray Unit, Gatesville, TX. "Please pray for my heart problems."

Pray for David B. in Spalding Co Detention Ctr, Griffin, GA."Can you send me a copy of the NIV Bible and a prayer to ask the Lord into my heart and a copy of the serenity prayer?"

Pray for Lynn M. in VSPW, Chowchilla, CA. "Please put me and my new husband Sammy in your prayers. We need guidance and strength from God in our life so we can overcome alcohol and drugs and other evils that have been obstacles to following God's way."

Pray for Roberta S. in VSPW, Chowchilla, CA. "Please pray for the me and my room mates in C1-15, for no more anger, strife, envy, hate jealousy, fighting, slander, evil speaking and please pray blessing for all of us. Also please pray for me spiritually emotionally financially and for me to have more faith knowledge & wisdom of his word, and for forgiveness of my sins. I pray God will take care of all my needs."

Pray for Taniesha A. in Ellen Halbert Unit, Burnet, TX. "Please pray for me and my family."

Pray for Evelyn H. in Southeast Ark Dept of Comm Corr, Pine Bluff, AR. "Please pray for my family."

Pray for Sharon S. in Hardin County Detention Center, Elizabethtown, KY. "Please pray for me I made parole in August but I have to graduate SAP before I can go home to my kids. Pray for them, they are 16, 19 1n3 23, and we need God's protection in our lives."

Pray for Stacy J. in Gadsden Corr Facility, Quincy, FL. "Please pray for me. I need to be transferred closer to home so I can see my family."

Pray for Amy B. in FPC Alderson, Alderson, WV.
Pray for Frances M. in Henley Unit, Dayton, TX.

Pray for Melissa N. in Gatesville Unit, Gatesville, TX. "If anyone has prayer requests, please send them to me. I will be happy to pray for you and I hope you will pray for me."

Pray for Ella F. in FDC Houston, Houston, TX.
Pray for Tammy A. in Washington Corr Ctr for Women, Gig Harbor, WA.

Pray for Amber R. in SBWCC, Kuna, ID. "I ask you to pray for all of us at SBWCC. Please pray for me and my seven children."

Pray for Timika H. in IDOC/RCF, Rockville, IN. "I want your congregation to know I am praying for you. Will you please pray for me too?"

Pray for Mary Jo G. in Woodman Unit, Gatesville, TX. "Please pray for me. I lost my husband in July, and now I don't know if I have a home. I live in Freeport, and the hurricane hit Galveston. I don't know anything, being way up here."

Pray for Monica T. in VSPW, Chowchilla, CA. "Pray for my family, my sister has terminial cancer and my mother has stomach problems."

Pray for Donneca M. in Denver Women's Corr Facility, Denver, CO.
Pray for Brenda P. in Mabel Bassett Corr Ctr, McLoud, OK.
Pray for Shaunta' T. in ORW, Marysville, OH.
Pray for Calvin D. in , Canton, MS. family of Calvin Dawson
Pray for Amy J. in Davies County Detention Center, Owensboro, KY.
Pray for Sarah A. in Decatur Corrections Center, Decatur, IL.
Pray for Shane W. in Marion County Jail, Ocala, FL.
Pray for Christina C. in VSPW, Chowchilla, CA.