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FEATURES | Issue: "Hurtling toward havoc" August 01, 2009

Changing lifers

Prisons | Prison ministry aims to change not only inmates but also their offspring | Mark H. Hunter

Mark H. Hunter

ANGOLA, La.—When Kyle Hebert saw his 9-year-old son for the very first time, he shouted, "Thank you Jesus," hugged the small, shy boy, then looked deeply into his eyes to find some recognition.

He was not disappointed. Matthew's face broke into a wide, toothy grin as he returned his father's embrace.

Serving a 40-year sentence at the Louisiana State Penitentiary for an attempted murder conviction, Hebert, 43, spent seven precious hours with Matthew during the fourth annual Returning Hearts Celebration held in the spring at the prison commonly known as Angola.

"This is the first time I've ever been able to touch him," Hebert exclaimed. "Words can't describe it. I'm humbled. Jesus is so faithful!"

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August 01, 2009, Vol. 24, No. 15

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