Reflection: Why Does the Kingdom Belong to Children?
Recently, I was walking down the street with a friend and her four-year-old son. We each held one of his hands as we tried to match his stride while also encouraging him to move faster.
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Hoop Dreams with Prison Fellowship and Young Life
In April, both Prison Fellowship and Young Life came together for a one-day youth basketball event! In total, 106 young people attended, and it was a powerful day.
COVID-19 Stories of Hope: Seeing the Incarcerated
During the month of May, our Prayer Guide focuses on the currently and formerly incarcerated incarcerated, including adults and youth. Here is how some of our affiliates have been providing for their communities since March.
Prayer for the Formerly Incarcerated
In our Prayer Guide, the month of May is when we recognize and pray for the formerly incarcerated community. Read our prayer!
COVID-19 Stories of Hope: Supporting Students in School
May is a special month for most students, with the school year coming to a close and prom and/or graduation on the horizon. But, this year, COVID-19 has impacted how youth engage with their classes, studies, friends, and important milestones. So we’re focusing on some encouraging updates from a few affiliates that help students of all ages from in different communities across our city.
Prayer for Children and Families
Father, we lift up the children of New York City, YOUR children, that we are given the gift of stewarding. We ask for the provision of homes and neighborhoods and schools where children can flourish and experience peace and health.