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From The Treasurer, Spring 2020 – Scott Duncan

Posted on June 8, 2020 by onesimus1

What a privilege it is for me to serve as treasurer of Onesimus Ministries, taking the place of Roy Fite. My name is Scott Duncan and I’m from Oxford, PA. I previously worked in the accounting department at Herr Foods … Continue reading →

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Unexpected Grace – Andy Duncan

Posted on June 8, 2020 by onesimus1

Serving in Prison Ministry is incredibly challenging at times. There are those unexpected moments of anger from an inmate, blatant disregard for the ground rules and sadness at seeing and hearing about so much emotional and physical pain and suffering. … Continue reading →

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Wouldn’t It Be Nice? – Vernon Myers

Posted on June 8, 2020 by onesimus1

An invitation — Would it not be nice if we could supply Life Recovery Bibles as a resource for the chaplains at Chester County Prison to give to those who are serious about putting their lives in order? We have … Continue reading →

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Chaplain Jottings – Rhonda Soland

Posted on June 8, 2020 by onesimus1

Even though fall is by far my favorite season, with its spectacular colors and cooling temperatures, there is definitely something about spring that brings excitement and a sense of hope. When those first bright flowers begin to appear and the … Continue reading →

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“There Is Something Going on in this place” – Heinrich Botes

Posted on June 7, 2020 by onesimus1

There is something I need to tell you…actually two things: First, God is at work at Chester County Prison among inmates and staff and, secondly, that you, the reader, play an incredibly important role in the outreach to these 1000 … Continue reading →

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Monday Night Fellowship – Andy Duncan

Posted on November 27, 2019 by onesimus1

It’s hard to believe that it has been almost a year since Jim Kreider stepped down as leader of the Monday Night Prison Fellowship service. He has been a faithful and humble servant and there is much to be learned … Continue reading →

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Reflections on Roy Fite’s Life – Phil Taylor

Posted on November 27, 2019 by onesimus1

In Isaiah 55:8 we’re assured: ‘“For My thoughts are not your thoughts, nor are your ways My ways,” says the LORD.’ We can easily nod in agreement when things are going our way, but that’s so difficult to accept when … Continue reading →

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Chaplain Jottings – Rhonda Soland

Posted on November 27, 2019 by onesimus1

The time has flown by! It’s been just over 10 months since I took on the mantle of chaplain for the females at Chester County Prison. It has gone by in a whirlwind, but being there has been so satisfying … Continue reading →

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Chaplain Jottings – Heinrich Botes

Posted on November 27, 2019 by onesimus1

There are so many reasons to provide a chaplaincy service at Chester County Prison. Every day creates opportunities to share CHRIST as THE ANSWER to all the many and wide-ranging problems that face incarcerated men and women. This may sound … Continue reading →

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In Honor of Roy Fite – Vernon Myers

Posted on November 27, 2019 by onesimus1

As we look toward the end of 2019, we are thankful to the Lord for all the friends of Onesimus Ministries. We are so grateful for your support of the ongoing chaplaincy ministry happening at Chester County Prison for the … Continue reading →

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