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Recognizing that many prisoners lose contact with the outside world after a few years of incarceration, to remind every inmate that they are not forgotten. cardsforprisoners.org
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This Christmas season, we celebrate the greatest gift of all, hope. Because of Christ, light shines in the darkest places, love reaches across every barrier, and restoration is always possible.

May your Christmas be filled with peace, joy, and the reminder that no one is beyond hope.
HAPPY HOLIDAYS PEACE, LOVE HOPE "THE PEOPLE WALKING IN DARKNESS HAVE SEEN A GREAT LIGHT." ISAIAH 9:2 TangibleHopeMinistries.org
December 24, 2025 at 10:27 PM
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This is one of the many homemade Christmas cards we receive from inmates all over the country. We think we encourage them, but our team finds so often that the opposite is true. One card, one letter can make all the difference in one life!
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[hand decorated Christmas card] Merry Christmas! 12/2025 Paula, I'm Praying for you and the rest of the CFP staff this Holiday season. May the Lord fill your hearts with love, peace and joy! Thank you not forgetting about everyone on the inside! your friend,
December 23, 2025 at 12:03 AM
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We want to thank Douglas UCC for the warm welcome we received, the opportunity to share an update on our programs, the many new pen pals that signed up, and the food and fellowship we shared!
[Paula presenting] Thank you! DOUGLAS UCC - A JUST WORLD FOR ALL TANGIBLE HOPE MINISTRIES cards for prisoners
December 15, 2025 at 12:03 AM
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Tangible Hope Cards For Prisoners
December 2025 Newsletter
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Tangible Hope Cards For Prisoners December 2025 Newsletter Give, and you will receive. Your gift will return to you in full—pressed down, shaken together to make room for more...” ~Luke 6:38 (NLT) [on a sparkling snowy outdoor background]
December 1, 2025 at 11:49 PM
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We give thanks
to God for the chance to do this
to our volunteers and people that help
to the churches that partner with us
to the participants who join us
for those we write, unable to join families
We pray that in all things, you find reasons to be thankful this season.
Happy Thanksgiving Give thanks in all circumstances, for this is God's will for you in Christ Jesus. I Thessalonians 5:18 [on a golden background with leaves and wheat]
November 27, 2025 at 3:56 PM
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Every contribution — large or small — makes a direct, tangible difference. Thank you for giving in a way that helps restore dignity, rebuild lives, and remind our friends coming home that God has not forgotten them.

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November 25, 2025 at 9:33 AM
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Thank you to all who were able to join us at the 10th year of the Cards For Prisoners Pen Pal Palooza!
We had 49 people writing and addressing ~1,200 cards, and were joined by nine returned citizens from our Living Forward program. Shout-out to Mars Hill Church for hosting, food and refreshments.
Thank you, surrounded by 4 photos from the event - some people writing cards, Troy speaking, Paula with Vern and Carol who helped us from the start.
November 21, 2025 at 1:32 AM
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A big thank you to Mars Hill for the shoutout via video during the message!

Kindness is niceness in action - learn more
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TANGIBLE HOPE MINISTRIES Cards for Prisoners [Lil and Warren - pen pals] Mars Hill Patience / Kindness Tim Nelson Nikki Grassmeyer | November 02, 2025 [under photo of Nikki] Remembering the work God has done, being attentive to where God is at work now, looking forward with hopeful anticipation to how God will work in the future? [under tim] Kindness/Hesed... when the person from whom I have a right to expect nothing gives me everything" -Michael Card
November 4, 2025 at 12:22 AM
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Tangible Hope Ministries Cards for Prisoners November 2025 Newsletter is out.

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Tangible Hope Ministries Cards for Prisoners November 2025 Newsletter Ask, and you will be given what you ask for. Seek, and you will find. Knock, and the door will be opened. Matthew 7:7-8 (TLB) [background of fall trees losing their leaves]
November 1, 2025 at 5:59 PM
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PEN PAL PALOOZA

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 11, 2025
10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
(Drop by and leave at your convenience)
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Pen Pal Palooza 2025 set against a fireplace and christmas tree.
November 1, 2025 at 5:59 PM
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Cards For Prisoners will be joining TLC in their 9:00 and 10:45 a.m. service this Sunday October 19th. Stop in for a visit at their new location 1300 East Beltline in Grand Rapids and hear the latest updates on Tangible Hope Ministries and Cards For Prisoners!
TLC Building, TLC Logo, Tangible Hope Ministries Logo, 10/19
October 17, 2025 at 11:17 PM
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Thank you to Standale Reformed Church for welcoming us to give an update on Sunday morning. Pastor Kyle Lake spoke on "The Almighty, Maker of Heaven and Earth" section of the Nicene Creed. We encourage you to watch this message, and follow the series to learn more: www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nmlj...
Standale Reformed Church in the sun, sign says "Embracing the Mystery of Creation"
October 13, 2025 at 11:14 PM
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It was fun to have a friend discover this at Grandville UMC
Mailbox on a counter with Pen Pal Agreements, and surrounded by Tangible Hope Ministries Cards for Prisoners information
October 11, 2025 at 3:33 PM
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Tangible Hope Ministries / Cards For Prisoners October Newsletter!
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Tangible Hope Ministries / Cards For Prisoners October 2025 Newsletter on Fall Leaves. Do not withhold good from those to whom it is due, when it is in your power to do it. Proverbs 3:27 (NIV)
September 30, 2025 at 11:34 PM
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Thank you to First Presbyterian Church in Holland for welcoming us to give an update on Sunday morning. Rev. Van Kempen's message entitled "The Finder" was so fitting. We encourage you to watch it here:
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Paula speaking at the church, Rev. Van Kempen seated, smiling, and the interpretor signing
September 16, 2025 at 9:47 PM
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Stop by First Presbyterian of Holland on September 14 at 10:00 a.m. to hear our latest update on Tangible Hope Ministries and Cards For Prisoners.
Picture of Church, TANGIBLE HOPE MINISTRIES / cards for prisoners at First Presbyterian Church of Holland Sunday September 14 10:00am
September 9, 2025 at 12:31 AM
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What a month August has been for Tangible Hope Ministries! With overwhelming prayer and financial support from Cards For Prisoners pen pals, local churches, and community partners, we have been busy!

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September 2025 News Tangible Hope/Cards for Prisoners - Fall Forest Background
September 3, 2025 at 12:37 AM
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Curious about becoming a pen pal? Stop by 14th Street CRC this morning at 10:00 a.m. to hear our latest update on Tangible Hope Ministries and Cards For Prisoners. 14 w 14th Street, Holland, MI.
Church Building
August 24, 2025 at 12:59 PM
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We invite you to watch The David Figlus Story — the powerful story that gave birth to Tangible Hope Ministries. We are reminded that God can bring beauty from brokenness and purpose from pain.

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David's Story - Tangible Hope Ministries/Cards For Prisoners
YouTube video by Cards for Prisoners on YouTube
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August 23, 2025 at 1:59 AM
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Tangible Hope Ministries/Cards For Prisoners was honored to partner with the Kent County Correctional Facility at their annual Golden Ticket event. We handed out over 75 Tangible Hope bags with essential hygiene items. We feel so blessed to be part of this work!
Paula and Troy at a table loaded with Tangible Hope bags filled with supplies.
August 20, 2025 at 1:45 AM
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FROM PUNISHMENT TO POSSIBILITY... "My Journey In Reverse"
Join us as we hear the stories of those impacted by the criminal justice system.
We can't change the past, but together we can reverse the future.
August 21 2025 5:30-7:30pm

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FROM PUNISHMENT TO POSSIBILITY... "My Journey In Reverse" Keynote Speaker: Troy Heintzelman Self-Development Specialist/Peer Coach and Advocate Join us as we hear the stories of those impacted by the criminal justice system. • What would they change if they could live their lives in reverse? • A young man who reversed his future and how one decision can take your journey in a totally different direction. • Enjoy a local hip hop artist and snacks. We can't change the past, but together we can reverse the future. August 21 2025 5:30-7:30pm The Fire Lounge (3rd floor) 1070 Student Center Loop, Kalamazoo, MI 49008 WESTERN MICHIGAN UNIVERSITY Lewis Walker Institute for the Study of Race and Ethnic Relations Sponsor Tangible Hope Ministries https://tangiblehopeministries.org
August 14, 2025 at 12:54 AM
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Tangible Hope Ministries had a wonderful time enjoying the beautiful weather on Saturday, August 2nd, at the first annual Returning Citizens Picnic!

It was a joy to sponsor the games and see so many smiles as we celebrated community, restoration, and second chances together.
Table with snacks and prizes at the park, with the cards for prisoners table cover.
August 3, 2025 at 1:24 AM
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See what new things are going on in our August Newsletter - conta.cc/4mkdqo6
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Email from We can't change the past but together we can reverse the future AUGUST 2025 VERSE OF THE MONTH "I remain confident of this: I will see the goodness of the Lord in the land of the living. W
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July 31, 2025 at 9:29 PM
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Coming Soon!
We spent some time in the studio this week recording the miracles that have happened in David's life because of one card he received from a pal.
[David seated in front of a microphone] Coming Soon Cards for Prisoners
July 6, 2025 at 8:13 PM
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From the July Newsletter - read here conta.cc/4kXehLb

Or signup to be a penpal at

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[Inmate on a bunk reading] “There is very little to look forward to in here. Having your name called at mail is something too many in here don’t get. Thank you for helping me not be one of those.” – Inmate at NCCI Gardner CF
July 3, 2025 at 1:11 AM