Bexar County Detention Ministries Testimonials

Testimonials...

It was through a BCDM volunteer that I first heard the message that Jesus Christ came to set captives free. That was in November 1996 and was extremely important since I was an inmate at the Bexar County Adult Detention Center. That volunteer might not have been there if it were not for the work of BCDM and I might not have prayed to receive Jesus Christ as my Lord and Savior. BCDM's impact on my life did not end there though....

It was through the efforts of the BCDM that I received ongoing teaching regarding my new life. There were various classes offered through BCDM to inmates which I was able to attend. It was through these classes that I began to see how biblical truths applied to life's decisions on a daily basis. That, with the encouragement of those from BCDM, I began to make choices that have changed my life eternally.

Paul Micheli

Executive Director's Note:

"Paul Micheli was elected as a member of the BCDM Board of Directors in September 2007."

“The Ministries helped me and my mom through support groups, resources and prayer during a very difficult period of my life. Especially during my journey on sobriety which continues more than 5 years. I give back to the community by volunteering at the Samms, Cam, and have participated in re-entry programs and Acts Retreats; always testifying of God’s love for us. Many thanks.”

J. De Renzo

“Coming home from prison is challenging in many ways. Without a support system, there is very little hope for someone even if he wants to change his life. Many of us have burnt bridges with family and friends and it is understandable that we are often met with skepticism and suspicion when released. Knowing that there are people that care and are willing to help is tremendous blessing. I have learned through the hard school of poor choices that only faith in God is the true solution to all of what life brings. This program has solidified that understanding. Thank God for programs like this one for helping help ourselves.”

J.C. Navarro

Before I was a Chaplain &Program Coordinator for Bexar County Detention Ministries (BCDM), I was heavily hooked on drugs (heroin & cocaine) and abused alcohol with them. I went to prison five times for a total of 19 years because of my drug addictions. I thank God for Detention Ministries for being there because God came into my life in one of the ministry Bible classes. I thank God today for allowing me to be part of BCDM for 12 years now, and help people on the inside get set free.