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A Dedicated Duo
Making God's love known to others can change a life & can change the world.

Cary Sanders
Jun 1, 20231 min read
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Putting Faith into Action
By putting their faith into action, Senior Pastor Michael Turner and the congregation of Advent United Methodist Church have shown their...

Cary Sanders
Mar 29, 20233 min read
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Not Forgotten: Kendrick's Story
It's easy to feel lost and forgotten in prison, but JUMPSTART gives us hope for a better future. When I first heard about the program, I...
chrisphillips00
Mar 29, 20232 min read
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God’s Perfect Plan: William’s Story
William Scarpitti has been a part of JUMPSTART for nearly ten years. He was a clerk in the Chaplain’s office and served as a table leader...
chrisphillips00
Mar 29, 20232 min read
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Honoring a Champion for Change: An Interview with Bob Caldwell Jr.
A snapshot of Bob Caldwell Jr. Bob currently works as the President of the family-owned Grace Management Group founded in 1975. Grace...

Cary Sanders
Mar 29, 20234 min read
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Life-Changing Generosity: Mary-Hannah Smith
Mary Hannah Smith, a 25-year-old living in Pennsylvania, understands the significance of life-changing generosity. She is JUMPSTART’s...

Cary Sanders
Mar 29, 20232 min read
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Restored through Faith – Scott’s Story
Growing up in Spartanburg, I was very involved with my church and our youth group. I felt a strong connection with God. As I got a little...
chrisphillips00
Mar 29, 20232 min read
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A Servant’s Heart – Tom’s Story
After years of substance abuse, Tom is now celebrating 27 years free from drug addiction. He commemorates this achievement by dedicating...

Cary Sanders
Mar 29, 20232 min read
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All Are Worthy of Redemption through Christ – Karen Underwood
Karen Underwood is no stranger to prison ministry. Before coming to South Carolina, she worked for a prison ministry in Phoenix and...
chrisphillips00
Mar 29, 20232 min read
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An Expert Witness- Retired SC Supreme Court Justice E.C. Burnett III
E.C. Burnett III has lived in Spartanburg most of his life. For 59 years, he has been married to his college sweetheart, Jami. They have...

Cary Sanders
Mar 29, 20233 min read
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A New Beginning- Darius’ Story
Let me begin by saying that I’m fully aware that I am responsible for the choices I’ve made, and I’m not sharing my story because I want...
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Mar 29, 20232 min read
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Breaking the Cycle of Violence - Tiffany’s Story
I understand how a family unit can crumble under the destructive force of abuse, threats, and crime. My father possessed just about every...

Cary Sanders
Mar 29, 20232 min read
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Free From the Past- Chip’s Story
I am no stranger to captivity. I was imprisoned to alcohol, I was imprisoned to meth, I was imprisoned to the state, and I was imprisoned...
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Mar 29, 20232 min read
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With Christ, We Can Overcome- Kaitlin’s Story
Some would say I was raised under the perfect conditions for success. Both of my parents were in the Air Force, I attended church...

Cary Sanders
Mar 29, 20233 min read
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The Value of Community- Daniel Gross
Daniel Gross’ background in journalism has exposed him to an abundance of unique stories and situations. But not until he interacted with...

Cary Sanders
Mar 29, 20232 min read
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