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Tangible Hope Ministries / Cards For Prisoners @cardsforprisoners.org · 12/09/2026

This just happened! Mark Hutchinson of "God Loves Missions" interviewed Paula about Tangible Hope Ministries on WPEO radio. Listen here www.wpeo.com/glm-podcasts

TANGIBLE HOPE MINISTRIES
Listen to the interview on https://www.wpeo.com

Paula Creswell - Tangible Hope Ministries
Mark Hutchison talks to Paula Creswell with Tangible
Hope Ministries. To learn more visit

tangiblehopeministries.org.

God Loves Missions September 12, 2026

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Tangible Hope Ministries / Cards For Prisoners @cardsforprisoners.org · 19/08/2026

Each participant who graduates from our Living Forward program receives a framed certificate and a special “Bag of Hope” filled with practical items to help them as they adjust to life after incarceration. Click the link below to view our Wish List and help us fill a Bag of Hope! a.co/0h91A1A8

[Illustrated image featuring a bag filled with personal care items]

Amazon Wishlist
Tangible Hope Ministries Bags of Hope
Shop the list and help fill the bags

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Tangible Hope Ministries / Cards For Prisoners @cardsforprisoners.org · 08/08/2026

LIVING FORWARD Schedule for September/October Monday: Pilgrim Rest 510 M.L.K. Jr St SE, GR 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. September 14, 21 October 5, 12, 26 Tuesday: Crossroads 800 Scribner, GR, MI 9:00 am-1:00 p.m. September 15, 22 October 6, 13, 27 tangiblehopeministries.org/living-forwa...

LIVING FORWARD Schedule for September/October
Monday: Pilgrim Rest Missionary Baptist Church
510 M.L.K. Jr St SE, Grand Rapids 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. September 14, 21 October 5, 12, 26
Tuesday: Crossroads Bible Church
800 Scribner, Grand Rapids, MI 9:00 am-1:00 p.m. September 15, 22 October 6, 13, 27

TANGIBLE HOPE MINISTRIES
Join our 2-week class taught by Troy Heintzelman, an individual who has faced release from incarceration and rewritten his future based on the principles he will be teaching. Participants are welcome to join at any time; however, we encourage you to attend all sessions.

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Tangible Hope Ministries / Cards For Prisoners @cardsforprisoners.org · 22/07/2026

Tangible Hope Ministries gives two thumbs up to the Northern Kent County Juvenile Detention Centers bee keeping program! Thank you to everyone who makes programs like this possible and helps create opportunities for growth and hope.

Paula dressed in the bee suit giving 2 thumbs up

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Tangible Hope Ministries / Cards For Prisoners @cardsforprisoners.org · 17/06/2026

Last month, Paula and Troy (our lead instructor for Living Forward) attended the 2026 CMCA conference at the Billy Graham Center at Wheaton College. It was a time of gaining knowledge, making connections, as well as a time for spiritual renewal with like-minded ministries!

Troy and Paula at the Tangible Hope Ministries Table

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Tangible Hope Ministries / Cards For Prisoners @cardsforprisoners.org · 11/05/2026

Tangible Home Ministries is participating in the CMCA Conference at the Billy Graham Center at Wheaton Bible College in Wheaton, Il., Thursday, Friday and Saturday. Stop by our booth and say "Hello" to Paula and Troy.

CMCA Correctional Ministries Summit
May 14/15/16, 2026

TANGIBLE HOPE MINISTRIES
Stop by our booth and say "Hello" to Paula & Troy!

CMCA Correctional Ministry Summit offers training, inspiration and networking opportunities to those working with the incarcerated, formerly incarcerated, their families, victims and correctional staff.

CMCA Correctional Ministries and Chaplains Association
ANNUAL CMCA SUMMIT GOD OUR PROVIDER
Meeting Needs, Sharing Hope, Proclaiming Christ
Phil4:19: My God will meet all your needs...

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Tangible Hope Ministries / Cards For Prisoners @cardsforprisoners.org · 07/05/2026

“I don’t have anyone, including family or friends beyond the wired fences. No one takes time to be a friend to a prisoner. Someone who does not know me, writes me. This changes everything.” ~Inmate at Baraga Max CF #penpal #ministry

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Tangible Hope Ministries / Cards For Prisoners @cardsforprisoners.org · 30/04/2026

Tangible Hope Ministries / Cards for Prisoners May 2026 Newsletter is out! tangiblehopeministries.org/2026/04/29/m...

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Tangible Hope Ministries / Cards For Prisoners @cardsforprisoners.org · 28/04/2026

LIVING FORWARD May/June 2028 Monday: Pilgrim Rest Missionary Baptist Church 510 M.L.K. Jr St SE, Grand Rapids 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. May 11, 18 June 1, 8, 15, 22, Tuesday: Crossroads Bible Church 800 Scribner, Grand Rapids, MI 9:00 am-1:00 p.m. May 12, 19 June 2, 9, 16, 23

TANGIBLE HOPE MINISTRIES
LIVING FORWARD
May/June 2028

Monday: Pilgrim Rest Missionary Baptist Church
510 M.L.K. Jr St SE, Grand Rapids
9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
May 11, 18
June 1, 8, 15, 22,

Tuesday: Crossroads Bible Church
800 Scribner, Grand Rapids, MI
9:00 am-1:00 p.m.
May 12, 19
June 2, 9, 16, 23

Join our 2-week class taught by Troy Heintzelman, an individual who has faced release from incarceration and rewritten his future based on the principles he will be teaching. Participants are welcome to join at any time; however, we encourage you to attend all sessions.

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Tangible Hope Ministries / Cards For Prisoners @cardsforprisoners.org · 19/04/2026

On Wednesday we went to Home Acres Church, and were able to share a meal, and get letters signed, envelopes addressed and stuffed for the encouragement of over 180+ penpals.

Photo of Home Acres Church outside, and a person addressing a letter

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Tangible Hope Ministries / Cards For Prisoners @cardsforprisoners.org · 03/04/2026

"It is finished" John 19:30 Greek "tetelestai" Finished. Completed. Paid in full.

Text of post with a cross in the background

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Tangible Hope Ministries / Cards For Prisoners @cardsforprisoners.org · 17/03/2026

We received a $50 donation - sent to us through the MDofC; one of our pen pals on the inside sent it! I told him I would challenge our supporters to do so. Note your donation to match our his. We'll let him know it was donated by his generosity! tangiblehopeministries.org/donate/

[Illustration of Hand Holding Heart]

“I believe in what you are doing. Keep up the good work. You’re making a difference. Enclosed is my show of support. God bless and take care.” ~M.H., prisoner at Lakeland Correctional Facility

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Tangible Hope Ministries / Cards For Prisoners @cardsforprisoners.org · 11/02/2026

Black History Month Spotlight: Nelson Mandela Nelson Mandela spent 27 years in prison — but prison did not define him. It developed him. This Black History Month, we remember: even behind bars, hope, leadership, and transformation are possible.

Black History Month Spotlight: Nelson Mandela

Nelson Mandela spent 27 years in prison — but prison did not define him. It developed him.

He chose growth over bitterness, discipline over despair, and forgiveness over revenge. When he walked free, he carried purpose, not anger.

Your current situation is not your final destination. Time can build you, not break you.

This Black History Month, we remember: even behind bars, hope, leadership, and transformation are possible.

Mandela casting his vote in the 1994 election

By Paul Weinberg - direct donation from Author14 October 2009, 19:07:42 (original upload date), CC BY-SA 3.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=26754876

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Tangible Hope Ministries / Cards For Prisoners @cardsforprisoners.org · 10/02/2026

Thank you, First Reformed Church of Grandville, for your welcome and 10th year of support for Cards for Prisoners. Catch the update, after listening to "What's your Motivation", a message about applying Matthew 6:1-4 www.youtube.com/watch?v=3zRI...

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Tangible Hope Ministries / Cards For Prisoners @cardsforprisoners.org · 19/01/2026

Today we honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and his call to love through action. At Tangible Hope Ministries, we strive to live this out by serving, loving, and bringing hope in tangible ways—today and every day. #MLKDay #TangibleHope #FaithInAction #ServeWithLove

[Relective Martin Luther King Jr portrait looking upwards]
In the end we will not remember the words of our enemies, but the silence of our friends.
- Martin Luther King Jr.

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Tangible Hope Ministries / Cards For Prisoners @cardsforprisoners.org · 01/01/2026

The faithful love of the Lord never ends! His mercies never cease. Great is his faithfulness; his mercies begin afresh each morning. I say to myself, “The Lord is my inheritance; therefore, I will hope in him!” Lamentations 3:22-24 New Living Translation

[image of sunlight horizon]
New Year, New Mercies! TANGIBLE HOPE
Great is his faithfulness; his mercies begin afresh each morning. I say to myself, "The Lord is my inheritance; therefore, I will hope in him!" Lamentations 3:22-24 NLT

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Tangible Hope Ministries / Cards For Prisoners @cardsforprisoners.org · 29/12/2025

Tangible Hope Ministries Cards for Prisoners January 2026 Newsletter tangiblehopeministries.org/2025/12/29/j...

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Tangible Hope Ministries / Cards For Prisoners @cardsforprisoners.org · 24/12/2025

This Christmas season, we celebrate the greatest gift of all, hope. Because of Christ, light shines in the darkest places, love reaches across every barrier, and restoration is always possible. May your Christmas be filled with peace, joy, and the reminder that no one is beyond hope.

HAPPY HOLIDAYS
PEACE, LOVE HOPE
"THE PEOPLE WALKING IN DARKNESS HAVE SEEN A GREAT LIGHT." ISAIAH 9:2
TangibleHopeMinistries.org

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Tangible Hope Ministries / Cards For Prisoners @cardsforprisoners.org · 23/12/2025

This is one of the many homemade Christmas cards we receive from inmates all over the country. We think we encourage them, but our team finds so often that the opposite is true. One card, one letter can make all the difference in one life! #1card1letter1life

[hand decorated Christmas card]
Merry Christmas!
12/2025

Paula,
I'm Praying for you and the rest of the CFP staff this Holiday season. May the Lord fill your hearts with love, peace and joy! Thank you not forgetting about everyone on the inside! your friend,

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Tangible Hope Ministries / Cards For Prisoners @cardsforprisoners.org · 15/12/2025

We want to thank Douglas UCC for the warm welcome we received, the opportunity to share an update on our programs, the many new pen pals that signed up, and the food and fellowship we shared!

[Paula presenting]
Thank you!
DOUGLAS UCC - A JUST WORLD FOR ALL
TANGIBLE HOPE MINISTRIES
cards for prisoners

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Tangible Hope Ministries / Cards For Prisoners @cardsforprisoners.org · 01/12/2025

Tangible Hope Cards For Prisoners December 2025 Newsletter tangiblehopeministries.org/2025/12/01/d...

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Tangible Hope Ministries / Cards For Prisoners @cardsforprisoners.org · 27/11/2025

We give thanks to God for the chance to do this to our volunteers and people that help to the churches that partner with us to the participants who join us for those we write, unable to join families We pray that in all things, you find reasons to be thankful this season.

Happy Thanksgiving

Give thanks in all circumstances, for this is God's will for you in Christ Jesus.

I Thessalonians 5:18
[on a golden background with leaves and wheat]

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Tangible Hope Ministries / Cards For Prisoners @cardsforprisoners.org · 25/11/2025

Every contribution — large or small — makes a direct, tangible difference. Thank you for giving in a way that helps restore dignity, rebuild lives, and remind our friends coming home that God has not forgotten them. Tangible Hope Ministries / Cards For Prisoners tangiblehopeministries.org/donate/

Text of Post on background with incuding a 20 dollar bill and change

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Tangible Hope Ministries / Cards For Prisoners @cardsforprisoners.org · 21/11/2025

Thank you to all who were able to join us at the 10th year of the Cards For Prisoners Pen Pal Palooza! We had 49 people writing and addressing ~1,200 cards, and were joined by nine returned citizens from our Living Forward program. Shout-out to Mars Hill Church for hosting, food and refreshments.

Thank you, surrounded by 4 photos from the event - some people writing cards, Troy speaking, Paula with Vern and Carol who helped us from the start.

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Tangible Hope Ministries / Cards For Prisoners @cardsforprisoners.org · 04/11/2025

A big thank you to Mars Hill for the shoutout via video during the message! Kindness is niceness in action - learn more marshill.org/sermons/pati...

TANGIBLE HOPE MINISTRIES
Cards for Prisoners

[Lil and Warren - pen pals]

Mars Hill
Patience / Kindness
Tim Nelson Nikki Grassmeyer | November 02, 2025

[under photo of Nikki]
Remembering the work God has done, being attentive to where God is at work now, looking forward with hopeful anticipation to how God will work in the future?

[under tim]
Kindness/Hesed...
when the person from whom I have a right to expect nothing gives me everything"
-Michael Card

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Tangible Hope Ministries / Cards For Prisoners @cardsforprisoners.org · 01/11/2025

Tangible Hope Ministries Cards for Prisoners November 2025 Newsletter is out. tangiblehopeministries.org/2025/11/01/n...

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Tangible Hope Ministries / Cards For Prisoners @cardsforprisoners.org · 01/11/2025

PEN PAL PALOOZA TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 11, 2025 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM (Drop by and leave at your convenience) tangiblehopeministries.org/2025/10/20/2...

Pen Pal Palooza 2025 set against a fireplace and christmas tree.

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Tangible Hope Ministries / Cards For Prisoners @cardsforprisoners.org · 18/10/2025

Cards For Prisoners will be joining TLC in their 9:00 and 10:45 a.m. service this Sunday October 19th. Stop in for a visit at their new location 1300 East Beltline in Grand Rapids and hear the latest updates on Tangible Hope Ministries and Cards For Prisoners!

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Tangible Hope Ministries / Cards For Prisoners @cardsforprisoners.org · 14/10/2025

Thank you to Standale Reformed Church for welcoming us to give an update on Sunday morning. Pastor Kyle Lake spoke on "The Almighty, Maker of Heaven and Earth" section of the Nicene Creed. We encourage you to watch this message, and follow the series to learn more: www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nmlj...

Standale Reformed Church in the sun, sign says "Embracing the Mystery of Creation"

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Tangible Hope Ministries / Cards For Prisoners @cardsforprisoners.org · 11/10/2025

It was fun to have a friend discover this at Grandville UMC

Mailbox on a counter with Pen Pal Agreements, and surrounded by Tangible Hope Ministries Cards for Prisoners information

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Tangible Hope Ministries / Cards For Prisoners @cardsforprisoners.org · 01/10/2025

Tangible Hope Ministries / Cards For Prisoners October Newsletter! tangiblehopeministries.org/2025/09/30/o...

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Tangible Hope Ministries / Cards For Prisoners @cardsforprisoners.org · 16/09/2025

Thank you to First Presbyterian Church in Holland for welcoming us to give an update on Sunday morning. Rev. Van Kempen's message entitled "The Finder" was so fitting. We encourage you to watch it here: www.youtube.com/live/FNziOvL...

Paula speaking at the church, Rev. Van Kempen seated, smiling, and the interpretor signing

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Tangible Hope Ministries / Cards For Prisoners @cardsforprisoners.org · 09/09/2025

Stop by First Presbyterian of Holland on September 14 at 10:00 a.m. to hear our latest update on Tangible Hope Ministries and Cards For Prisoners.

Picture of Church, TANGIBLE HOPE MINISTRIES / cards for prisoners at First Presbyterian Church of Holland Sunday September 14 10:00am

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Tangible Hope Ministries / Cards For Prisoners @cardsforprisoners.org · 03/09/2025

What a month August has been for Tangible Hope Ministries! With overwhelming prayer and financial support from Cards For Prisoners pen pals, local churches, and community partners, we have been busy! conta.cc/4mPRbXY

September 2025 News Tangible Hope/Cards for Prisoners - Fall Forest Background

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Tangible Hope Ministries / Cards For Prisoners @cardsforprisoners.org · 24/08/2025

Curious about becoming a pen pal? Stop by 14th Street CRC this morning at 10:00 a.m. to hear our latest update on Tangible Hope Ministries and Cards For Prisoners. 14 w 14th Street, Holland, MI.

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Tangible Hope Ministries / Cards For Prisoners @cardsforprisoners.org · 20/08/2025

Tangible Hope Ministries/Cards For Prisoners was honored to partner with the Kent County Correctional Facility at their annual Golden Ticket event. We handed out over 75 Tangible Hope bags with essential hygiene items. We feel so blessed to be part of this work!

Paula and Troy at a table loaded with Tangible Hope bags filled with supplies.

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Tangible Hope Ministries / Cards For Prisoners @cardsforprisoners.org · 14/08/2025

FROM PUNISHMENT TO POSSIBILITY... "My Journey In Reverse" Join us as we hear the stories of those impacted by the criminal justice system. We can't change the past, but together we can reverse the future. August 21 2025 5:30-7:30pm www.tangiblehopeministries.org/from-punishm...

FROM PUNISHMENT TO POSSIBILITY... "My Journey In Reverse"
Keynote Speaker: Troy Heintzelman
Self-Development Specialist/Peer Coach and Advocate

Join us as we hear the stories of those impacted by the criminal justice system.
• What would they change if they could live their lives in reverse?
• A young man who reversed his future and how one decision can take your journey in a totally different direction.
• Enjoy a local hip hop artist and snacks.

We can't change the past, but together we can reverse the future.

August 21 2025
5:30-7:30pm

The Fire Lounge (3rd floor)
1070 Student Center Loop, Kalamazoo, MI 49008

WESTERN MICHIGAN UNIVERSITY
Lewis Walker Institute for the Study of Race and Ethnic Relations
Sponsor

Tangible Hope Ministries
https://tangiblehopeministries.org

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Tangible Hope Ministries / Cards For Prisoners @cardsforprisoners.org · 03/08/2025

Tangible Hope Ministries had a wonderful time enjoying the beautiful weather on Saturday, August 2nd, at the first annual Returning Citizens Picnic! It was a joy to sponsor the games and see so many smiles as we celebrated community, restoration, and second chances together.

Table with snacks and prizes at the park, with the cards for prisoners table cover.

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Tangible Hope Ministries / Cards For Prisoners @cardsforprisoners.org · 06/07/2025

Coming Soon! We spent some time in the studio this week recording the miracles that have happened in David's life because of one card he received from a pal.

[David seated in front of a microphone]
Coming Soon
Cards for Prisoners

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Tangible Hope Ministries / Cards For Prisoners @cardsforprisoners.org · 03/07/2025

From the July Newsletter - read here conta.cc/4kXehLb Or signup to be a penpal at www.cardsforprisoners.org/become-a-pen...

[Inmate on a bunk reading]
“There is very little to look forward to in here. Having your name called at mail is something too many in here don’t get. Thank you for helping me not be one of those.”
– Inmate at NCCI Gardner CF

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Tangible Hope Ministries / Cards For Prisoners @cardsforprisoners.org · 29/06/2025

July 2025 Cards for Prisoners Newsletter is out with some big news, a new church shoutout, and some tips on writing to a new pen pal. conta.cc/4kXehLb

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Tangible Hope Ministries / Cards For Prisoners @cardsforprisoners.org · 27/06/2025

Our volunteers meet regularly to process incoming mail, update our database, prepare encouragement cards and work on various projects to keep things running smoothly!

[Four volunteers at work]
Thank you to our volunteers. Without you we couldn't do this!

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Tangible Hope Ministries / Cards For Prisoners @cardsforprisoners.org · 19/06/2025

"Juneteenth marks our country’s second independence day... The historical legacy of Juneteenth shows the value of never giving up hope in uncertain times." nmaahc.si.edu/explore/stor...

Red Yellow Green and Black Geometric Pattern
Juneteenth Freedom Day 19th
The historical legacy of Juneteenth shows the value of never giving up hope in uncertain times."
National Museum of African American History and Culture

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Tangible Hope Ministries / Cards For Prisoners @cardsforprisoners.org · 15/06/2025

A father to the fatherless, a defender of widows, is God in his holy dwelling. Psalm 68:5

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Tangible Hope Ministries / Cards For Prisoners @cardsforprisoners.org · 11/06/2025

He will wipe every tear from their eyes. There will be no more death or mourning or crying or pain, for the old order of things has passed away. Revelation 21:4

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Tangible Hope Ministries / Cards For Prisoners @cardsforprisoners.org · 29/05/2025

Cards for Prisoners June 2025 Newletter is out. See how your kindness is creating bonds that last for a lifetime. Encouragement from the inside, New Church Shoutout, and answers to some frequently asked questions conta.cc/4dEwRVC

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Tangible Hope Ministries / Cards For Prisoners @cardsforprisoners.org · 25/05/2025

From the @YouVersion verse of the day, " When we serve others, we become a part of God's work - bringing His presence to real, tangible needs"

Matthew 25:40
New International Version
40 “The King will reply, ‘Truly I tell you, whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers and sisters of mine, you did for me.’

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Tangible Hope Ministries / Cards For Prisoners @cardsforprisoners.org · 18/05/2025

Thank You Grandville United Methodist, for the welcome, and the opportunity to share what’s happening with Tangible Hope Ministries and Cards for Prisoners!

Text above, with three photos - Paula speaking, a cards for prisoners mailbox, and some people visited the booth.

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Tangible Hope Ministries / Cards For Prisoners @cardsforprisoners.org · 17/05/2025

Cards for Prisoners will be visiting Grandville United Methodist May 18 for worship, and we will share an update on our ministry. Service starts at 10:30.

Grandville United Methodist Church
Seeking God, Following Christ, Serving Others.
[Outside view of church]
Join Us As We Share!
May 18, 10:30 am
3149 Wilson Ave SW
Grandville, MI 49418

Cards For Prisoners

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Tangible Hope Ministries / Cards For Prisoners @cardsforprisoners.org · 15/05/2025

If you see a need, meet it. If you think something good, speak it. Simple way to describe putting your faith in action by @youversion.

If you see a need, meet it. If you think something good, speak it. From YouVersion Daily Refresh

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