What a wonderful morning for our 1st Breakfast Fundraiser and Art Show! We had the opportunity to share with 60 people in attendance about our ministry's program of work and hear from our wonderful guest speakers.

We were joined by George Pettigrew, Deputy Secretary, Division of Rehabilitation and Reentry, NC Dept. of Adult Correction. Along with Chris Jacobs, graduate of Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary, Pastor David VanStory, founder of Vessels of MERCY Outreach, INC and John Michelotti, Program Director for the Hope Center with Vessels of Mercy.
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We are grateful for our sponsors of this event, Bank OZK, Mountcastle Insurance and Time Savers-All Types of Remodeling, Painting and Commercial Cleaning.
We appreciate your support in bringing the "Local Mission to the Incarcerated Church"

In the spirit of compassion and community, Davidson Prison Ministry is gearing up for its third Annual Love in Lights luminary lighting service on February 13, 2024. This heartwarming event, hosted on the campus of Davidson Correctional Center from 6-7 PM, invites the public to join in a special evening that not only lights up the prison grounds but also illuminates hope and encouragement for those affected by incarceration and their families.

The Power of Light: The Love in Lights luminary lighting service is a unique and poignant way for the community to come together and make a positive impact. Participants are encouraged to purchase luminaries, with the goal of selling 500 to blanket the prison grounds in a warm, glowing display of solidarity. Each luminary serves as a symbolic beacon of hope, conveying a message of support to the inmates, officers, and staff within the correctional facility.

Supporting Spiritual Well-being: The funds generated from luminary sales play a crucial role in supporting Davidson Prison Ministry's mission of providing spiritual support services. These services encompass pastoral care and counseling, Bible teaching and materials, financial literacy training, transitional housing, and aftercare support. By participating in the Love in Lights event, individuals not only contribute to the visual spectacle of hope but also directly contribute to programs that positively impact the lives of those affected by incarceration.

Community Engagement: The Love in Lights luminary lighting service is an open invitation for the community to actively engage in the ministry's efforts. Attendees can witness the transformative power of community support as the luminaries light up the prison grounds, creating a breathtaking scene of solidarity and compassion. This event fosters connections between individuals from all walks of life, bridging the gap between the incarcerated and the community outside.

Making a Difference: By purchasing a luminary or attending the lighting service, individuals become an integral part of a movement that seeks to break down the walls of isolation and despair. The luminary lighting not only symbolizes a commitment to change but also provides tangible support for programs that empower individuals within the correctional system to build a better future.

Davidson Prison Ministry's Annual Love in Lights luminary lighting service is not just an event; it is a beacon of hope, a tangible expression of compassion, and a testament to the power of community support. As the prison grounds light up on February 13, 2024, let us all join hands to illuminate the path toward positive change, one luminary at a time. Together, we can make a lasting impact on the lives of those affected by incarceration and contribute to a brighter, more hopeful future for our community.

The air was filled with a sense of accomplishment and unity as the our group completed their transformative journey with the Alternatives to Violence Project (AVP). Gathered in a spirit of shared purpose, participants from diverse backgrounds celebrated the completion of the Advanced AVP workshop, an immersive experience designed to delve into the root causes of violence and foster personal growth.

AVP, founded by Quakers on the belief in an inherent power for peace within every individual, stands as a beacon of hope for communities, businesses, social service agencies, youth organizations, and even within the confines of prison walls. It is a program that transcends religious, racial, and socio-economic boundaries, embracing all who seek positive change in their lives.

At its core, AVP is a program that empowers individuals to make profound shifts in their attitudes and behaviors. It is not psychotherapy but a dynamic learning experience offered through three levels of workshops: the Basic Workshop, the Advanced Workshop, and the Training for Facilitators Workshop.

As this group emerges from the Advanced AVP workshop, they stand on the threshold of a remarkable achievement — one step closer to becoming AVP Facilitators. Their journey of personal growth and transformation has not only strengthened their individual resolve but has also cultivated the skills and insights needed to guide others on their path to positive change. With each member carrying the torch of Transforming Power, this group is poised to play a pivotal role in fostering peace and understanding in their communities. As they embrace the prospect of becoming AVP Facilitators, they carry forward the mission of the AVP program, creating ripples of positive change that have the potential to transform lives and build a more harmonious society.

Learn more about AVP here:
https://avpusa.org/

​Davidson Prison Ministry, a community-funded nonprofit providing spiritual support services for the inmates, officers, and staff at Davidson Correctional Center, will host the third Annual Love in Lights luminary lighting service on February 13, 2024. The event will take place on the campus of Davidson Correctional from 6-7 PM. The public is invited to participate by attending the lighting service and purchasing a luminary.
The ministry hopes to sell 500 luminaries that will light up the prison grounds to display hope and encouragement for those suffering from incarceration and their families.
Proceeds are used for pastoral care and counseling, bible teaching & materials, financial literacy training, transitional housing, and aftercare support services.

​First baptism service on June 4th on site at the Davidson Correctional Center. Five men that have made a profession of faith from the weekly bible study were able to follow their profession of faith in believers baptism. Please join us in continuing to pray for these men and their new found relationship with Christ.

Volunteers turned out to clean and repair the newly secured transitional home in Archdale.  Vessels of Mercy will be managing this home for men transitioning from incarceration back into the community.