Prison Worship: 4 Miracles of Restored Eyesight & Joy

When we gather to share God’s Agape love, incredible things happen. Whether it is a spontaneous outbreak of prison worship or physical bodies awakening to their perfect design on the streets, the fruit of recognizing our unbroken union with the Father is always beautiful.

“All they asked was that we should continue to remember the poor, the very thing I had been eager to do all along.” — Galatians 2:10

Deliverers of Mercy

Nineteen “Deliverers of Mercy” came out to minister this week, including Tanner, a visitor from Calgary. We were also joined by Pastor Syras Derksen from Maplecrest Church. Teams went to Siloam Mission, Quest Inn, City Place, and Portage Place.

One of our young team members, Sheyenne Falk, reports from her YWAM base in Australia that she is learning a lot about walking in her identity and has discovered her destiny in ministry. She writes, “I’ve realised without a doubt that God is calling me to full-time missions.”

Prison Worship: A Spontaneous Hootenanny

This Sunday at Stony Penitentiary Chapel, Ken and I were joined by four friends (Wilma, Aly, Rod, and Ruth) from the St. Pierre Bible Fellowship Church. Ken was expecting to lead the prison band, but the drummer and bass player were no longer available—one had been transferred, and the other placed in seclusion.

So Ken, Wilma, Rod, and Ruth became the band, providing great leadership. After the message, several men asked for prayer. While we prayed with individuals, Rod played softly in the background.

As the prayer time wound down, one of the inmates accompanied Rod on the piano. Other men started gathering around, making song requests and joining in the singing! Wilma joined the piano player, providing an awesome duet, and an amazing session of spontaneous prison worship broke out. It was a very sweet time of fellowship, revealing that God’s love permeates every wall.

Anna’s Report: Eyesight Restored

The people on our team were Kevin, Les, Syras, and I. We went to Portage Place Mall. As we stepped in the door, we met a young woman walking with two canes. She had been assaulted a couple of years ago and received spinal injuries. She continues to improve slowly but is on constant pain medication. She expressed belief in her continued healing and gladly welcomed our prayers and the supper we bought for her.

Next, we witnessed the physical restoration of several people’s eyes.

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(Witnessing eyesight restored is a profound reminder of God’s perfect design. From the cornea to the optic nerve, perfect vision requires massive biological complexity aligning with the reality of health.)

Kara, Melissa, and Wyatt

Kara wore glasses and had blurry vision for the past five years. After prayer, he reported his eyesight improved by 80%!

Melissa was sitting with her mother and had an acute condition in her right eye that recently caused her vision to become very blurry. She was waiting to see an ophthalmologist. After we declared the truth of God’s perfect restoration over that eye, the sight was completely restored! She said her vision was even sharper than the left eye. So we prayed for the left eye as well, and she reported perfect vision. Kevin had a word of knowledge for her that she has the strength of a hippopotamus to do what God has called her to do. She gladly received the scarves, toque, and hot coffee we offered.

Wyatt had blurry vision in both eyes, but one was significantly worse. Kevin shared the word of God with him to build his faith. When asked if we could pray, he reported his vision was already clearing up even before we laid hands on him! We simply rested in our union with God and watched as the illusion of physical brokenness melted away until he reported perfect clarity.

To everyone we met, we handed out Christmas cards. The look of pleasant surprise on their faces was neat to see.

Linda’s Report: Donations Hit Their Mark

Firstly, I wanted to let those know who have donated items of clothing, toiletry kits, gospels, and blankets just how much they are appreciated. For most, it was the exact thing they needed at the perfect time. I was out with Pastor Lorraine’s group, and we went to Siloam, Quest Inn, and finally, Portage Place.

The highlight of the evening for me was the way the Lord powerfully touched some with emotional healing, awakening them from heavy illusions of separation and lifting the weary with renewed faith. This included Connie and Rose. Initially, they wanted prayer for others in the family, but as they shared, the Lord deeply ministered to their own hearts.

All of the Christmas cards we brought were well received. Mike received a blanket and an inspired word from Pastor Lorraine. These physical items remain a reminder of God’s provision and loving-kindness.

Lorraine’s Report: Comforting the Brokenhearted

It was cold outside, but our hearts were warmed by the responses of those we met. Many were very grateful for our love, care, and attention.

Our team leaders had asked me to give a card of thanks to those running the Quest Inn. I made up some cards and gave them all a Starbucks gift card to bless them. They were genuinely surprised, and we were thrilled to honor them. We are grateful for many opportunities to love others in tangible ways.

One woman I met was also named Lorraine, from a reserve up north. Some months ago, she lost her 25-year-old daughter and was still grieving, confessing that she could not allow herself to feel the massive loss. I shared a bit about my own loss and how God was there for me, gently holding the pain. Lorraine seemed comforted by this truth as I quietly prayed for her broken heart. I was so honored to be there with her.