21-07-2025
Missionary outreach uplifts Empangeni inmates
Hope pierced the walls of Empangeni Qalakabusha Correction Facility when a group of volunteers from Kairos Prison Ministry stepped inside.
Kairos, meaning 'God's special timing', saw 30 volunteers participate in the outreach earlier this month, with 21 men entering the prison for ministry work, while eight women prepared meals for the inmates and Kairos team.
There were 24 prisoners who, each day, received messages of hope and God's love.
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'May the Holy Spirit spread like wildfire in that dark place, bringing many to salvation,' said Trevor Watson, KZN Kairos state chair.
While Koos Robbetse, a member of the worship team, said he witnessed first hand how music became a vessel for healing.
'There was something profoundly beautiful about hearing voices joined together in praise, especially from men who carry so much pain and regret. You could feel the presence of God moving in the room.
'Kairos is more than just a programme – it's a spiritual lifeline. It brings the message that no matter where you are in life, God's grace reaches you.'
'This experience has left a lasting mark on me. You may go in thinking you're there to help others, but you'll come out changed yourself,' said Koos.
Read the full story with other Kairos members and inmates testimonials in this ZO Monday.
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