Syracuse Jail

On Wednesday January 25th, we had the privilege of performing for a sector of women inmates in the Syracuse prison. Most of us had performed there the year before as well, and it had been one of the most powerful performances of the year; God really anointed the place with His presence. We were looking forward to going back with Living Hope, our ballet about the persecuted church in China, and seeing how God moved this time.
The staff and the women were excited about having us back; the deputies are very friendly and welcoming! While setting up, we realized that we would need a dressing room on each side because of the quick changes, and so they opened up an unoccupied jail cell. This was certainly a Light of the World first; we have changed in closets, tents, mall secret passage ways, and many other unusual places, but never a jail cell! Luckily, no one ever got accidentally had the door shut on them.
Once again, God really blessed our performance there. Things went really smoothly, and Miss Ashley spoke at the end, sharing the salvation message and leading the group in a prayer to receive Christ as their personal savior. Several raised their hands indicating that they had prayed this for the first time! We are hoping to get Bibles to them and follow up soon. The women are so open and grateful, and I believe God really uses that each time we are there. I love getting to go to places like that, and I am looking forward to more opportunities like that! God bless!

Cayla