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To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/110/29 3667 Katie DePew Part 1 (PG) (Depression, Abuse, Hope) Katie had a good family life but her depression led her to toxic behavior and abusive relationships. She was drinking, doing drugs, cutting herself, and worshiping satan before leaving high school. Pregnant, and still with her drug-dealer boyfriend Chris, she decided she didn’t want to raise a baby and pursued an abortion. After her boyfriend tried to strangle her, she attempted suicide. Eventually, she pleaded with God for help and for the first time in her life, Katie experienced hope...but she wasn't out of the woods yet.

To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/110/29 3666 Thomas Classic (Rebellion, Disillusionment, Communism) Thomas turns from religion to communism and then tonothinglosing family and friends along the way. Snapping to attention for the call to colors in the Army, he realizes an unconscious return to patriotism. When the sermon at his father’s funeral offers no hope of the future, he stumbles upon Pacific Garden Mission where he discovers the hope of eternal life in Jesus Christ.

To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/110/29 3666 Thomas Classic (Rebellion, Disillusionment, Communism) Thomas turns from religion to communism and then tonothinglosing family and friends along the way. Snapping to attention for the call to colors in the Army, he realizes an unconscious return to patriotism. When the sermon at his father’s funeral offers no hope of the future, he stumbles upon Pacific Garden Mission where he discovers the hope of eternal life in Jesus Christ.

To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/110/29 3665 Jimmy MacPhee (PG) (Abandonment, Hopelessness, Imprisonment) Jimmy MacPhee was a straight A student and a two-sport athlete in high school. So how did he wind up on Death Row? Jimmy’s mother abandoned him before he turned two, his father was a disconnected drunk. Jimmy couldn’t fill the void he felt in his heart a void that turned into a hatred. One day, he shot a man and was sentenced to the electric chair. On death row, Jimmy discovered life. In solitary confinement, he found a true Friend, and in 2020 he was granted parole. He now spends his life ministering to those in prison just like him.

To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/110/29 3664 The Wilderness Easter Classic (Fear, Agnosticism, Holy Land) In this classic dramatic story we find four fictional strangers in the Israeli desert on what was supposed to be an expedition. When they encounter life-threatening situations, they are forced to address the fears and anxieties in their lives as well as the question, "Who and what they will follow?"

To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/110/29 3663 Larry Wilson Classic (Despair, Rebellion, Crime, Hope) Larry was born the 9th of 15 kids. He began his criminal career stealing food in his elementary years. He and his siblings were taken away from their negligent mother and placed in an orphanage where many were adopted, but Larry’s attitude scared off the most well-intended foster parents. After trying to run away nearly 40 times, he was sent to reform school where he then attempted to stab a teacher. As a young adult, he was in and out of jail for theft and even attempted manslaughter charges. He found the Lord at a Gideon bible study, and where reform programs had failed to transform him, the Bible did not. It changed his heart and set him free.

To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/110/29 3662 Brenda Franks (Divorce, Trauma, Suffering) When Brenda’s dad had an affair, her life changed. She lived with her mom, and her dad disappeared to his new world. But soon after, her mom endured a life-threatening car accident that left her wheelchair bound. Brenda lived with aunts and uncles until her mom was able to care for her and her siblings again. She endured abuse and loneliness as she waited for her immediate family to be reunited. When her dad came back into the picture, she was plunged into a custody battle that her mom eventually won. But then her mom started dating Kelly an alcoholic and gambler and they faced even more danger. One night, Brenda and her brother saved their mom from Kelly when he threatened to kill her. But Brenda’s faith in a world beyond this one has carried her through even the darkest time, including her mom’s unexpected death in a house fire.

To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/110/29 3661 Georgia Classic (Drug Use, Rebellion, Assault) After facing abuse as a child, Georgia fails to thrive as an adult and turns to crime. She robs and old woman and spends a long stint in jail. But it is not until she is released that she learns a lesson that redirects her to the path of freedom.

To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/110/29 3660 Thomas Irvin Part 2 (Fatherlessness, Rage, Nominal Christianity) Thomas Irvin grew up in the Souththe Bible Belt. He learned the gospel from two great grandmothers, and he assumed he was a Christian. But he was heading to hell. In Saudi Arabia, some Muslim friends asked him how to become a Christian, and although he knew the answer, he realized he was he living the answer. Without a change, he realized he would die and go to hell. It was his eternal life at stake. In the heart of Saudi Arabia, God used Muslim friends to show Thomas the light.

To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/110/29 3659 Thomas Irvin Part 1 (Fatherlessness, Rage, Rebellion) When Thomas Irvin 12, he saw his mother talking to a man he had never seen before. When Thomas saw the conversation was getting heated, he grabbed his knife to defend his mom. He later found out the man was his father. The men who were present in Thomas’ life were alcoholics, deadbeats and abusers. This grew a deep-seated anger in him that took him on a relentless search for a true father figure.

To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/110/29 3658 Gigi Williams (Disability, Bullying, Death of Spouse) Gigi Williams was born without a left hand and forearm. She struggled throughout her life to overcome her disability regardless of bullying, hardship and personal loss. Her story is one of overcoming discrimination and finding the courage to live above her circumstances. When she found the true source of courage and acceptance, she used her handicap to help others along the way.

To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/110/29 3657 Amelia Walker (Alcoholism, Neglect, Evangelism) Amelia grew up in a chaotic home. Her mom was in and out of the hospital due to mental illness and alcoholism. When she was home, things between Amelia’s parents were volatile. When she was gone, Amelia struggled without her mom and feared rejection. Her father disappeared in his work and when Amelia went to college, he too, started drinking. This sent Amelia’s sister into a break down that Amelia tried to help her recover from. As a young woman, Amelia didn’t know what to do with her life or how to find meaning. She took a second job working night shifts at a restaurant. It was here that she met, Chris, a chef who loved God and soon grew to love Amelia, too. Through long work shifts, walks around the city, dates and trips to church, they grew to understand each other’s stories and Chris introduced Amelia to the life-changing love of Jesus.

To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/110/29 3656 Patrick Brighton (PG) (Adultery, Lust, Pride) As a kid, Patrick was afraid of his dad. His father was prone to fits of anger, a habit Patrick would inherit. Patrick struck out on his own as a teenager and, though he was confirmed in the church, he wasn’t driven by any moral compass. He wouldn’t hesitate to steal candy, make fun of people, get in fights, and by the time he was 14, he was sleeping around with girls. When his girlfriend got pregnant, Patrick was terrified to tell his parents. They decided to give the baby up for adoption and Patrick moved on to different women in college. When he married Cindy and started a family, he still felt dissatisfied. His first affair was short: with a new teacher at school. But eventually he began an adulterous relationship that led him to move out of his house and consider following this woman out of the state. Patrick stayed with his family, begrudgingly at first, and then, upon discovering God’s redeeming love, he began to transform. Now, he’s still married to Cindy and the happiest he’s ever been.

To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/110/29 3655 Walter Terrell (PG) (Alcoholism, Neglect, Evangelism) Walter’s mother remarried when he was five years old. Walter witnessed his step-father abuse his mother and eventually Walter as well. After being introduced to tobacco and alcohol at an early age, Walter develops his own addictions and fights the rage to hurt those who have hurt him. God used a praying grandmother and an invitation to a Christian Christmas production to show him that he does have a choice between heaven and hell. After he surrenders his life to Christ, he forgives his step-father and begins a ministry to youth around the world.

To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/110/29 3654 Ron Lindner Classic (Alcohol Addiction, Fame, Fisherman of Men) Ron Lindner realizes the American Dream. Wealth, a home in the countryside, and a career doing what he loves. But true happiness doesn’t come until he finds peace through Jesus Christ.