A Growing Ministry - Des Moines' Best Kept Secret!
The new Polk County jail in Northeast Des Moines has the potential for 2500 beds, increasing the importance of the impact of this ministry for those incarcerated, who need the light of the Gospel in their lives. There will be even more and greater ministry opportunities ahead for deputies and office staff, as well. All of my financial support is raised from local churches, businesses and individuals. I am a home Missionary to Polk County - for you. Please partner with me through prayer and financial gifts. Consider volunteering your time. Watch with me as we see our Heavenly Father transform lives one heart at a time for His honor and glory! Amen!!!
Jerry D. Van Cleave
Chaplain, Polk County Jail
Jerry.VanCleave@polkcountyiowa.gov
Welcome to Polk County Jail Ministry!
The Polk County Jail Ministry exists to bring the transforming power of the gospel of Jesus Christ to those incarcerated and to all the staff of the Polk County Sheriff's offices.
The state of Iowa sees over 70% of the incarcerated going back to prison. With the faith based method only 6% go back to prison or jail. What a huge difference when one is truly transformed by the power of God!
Those we minister to are counseled one on one, sign up for Bible studies, and are challenged to to stay in God's Word. They are encouraged to attend a Bible teaching church and to commit to finding a mentor. All of these help to keep them accountable.
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Three essentials to this ministry:
- Prayer
- Volunteer Support (Partnering with the local church)
- Financial Support
We accept online donations through PayPal. Click on the donate button below to get started.
You can donate to Polk County Jail Ministry by mail. Please make your check out to Polk County Jail Ministry and mail your financial gift to:
Polk County Jail Ministry
c/o Polk County Jail
1985 NE 51st Place
Des Moines, IA 50313
(515) 875-5711
Thank you for your support!
Polk County Jail Ministry is a non-profit 510 (c) (3) organization that assists all persons regardless of color, race, sex or creed. Donations are tax-deductible.