Dad's Day 5

Hello everyone.

Just wanted to send a quick update about dad to all of you who love and miss him.
First of all, dad wanted me to tell everyone hello and that he misses all of you very much.
Curtis, Raven, mom, and I went to see him last weekend. It was a very good visit. Dad was very happy to see Raven. I know he loves to see his family but it is good for him to see friends as well.
Guys, please remember dad when you say your prayers. He is fighting a battle not of flesh and blood but of spirit, and his spirit is weak. We all know that God has a plan, it is not knowing what that plan is or why God chose him, that is breaking us. Any little prayer does not go unheard. God is never to busy to listen.

Again, if any one else needs prayer from me, please do not hesitate to ask. We are prayer warriors and we can fight more than one battle at a time. Thank you all so much for all the prayers you have already sent on dad's behalf. It means the world to him and well as our family. I love you all and thank you.

Keep Jeff Pierson in your prayers!!

Love in Christ,
Shekinah

A Little Prayer Goes A Long Way

Hey everyone. Well, first I want to say thank you again for all the support you have given the family. Dad is okay. He is very home sick and home isn't the same without him. I wanted to tell you guys a little bit about what I have been up to the past couple of days:

I have been spending any spare time I have writing to my congressmen and senators... they are reviewing passing a law stating that any federal (nonviolent) CP crime time be reduced to 65% mandatory servitude. I've started a campaign within my campaign to research what this means not only for dad but for others like him. They have viewed this bill for the past 3 years and it has never passed but I am hoping by getting people to write congress (as I myself have, my family and even my dad) that this law will pass.

***Every person (with the exception of a small, small %) in federal prison with a CP charge has never done anything violent to a child, minor, etc. They did something on the computer/internet.... it is NOT fair that these people never get anything less than a 5 year sentence when people who brutally "R" small children can get time as little as one year. I am doing everything I can to help this law pass.

** If any of you are from the US and want to contribute to my cause, I can give you the basic out line of what needs to be mailed to your congressmen. It needs to be sent in by Friday, September 1st. You can research it yourself if you please. Our government is constantly complaining about prison over crowding and this would not only help get nonviolent prisoners out early, but would be a great way to cut down on the cost of thousands of dollars it takes each month to house just one prisoner. I would really appreciate any help anyone offers. Keep in mind, not only will this law passing bring justice to a lot a people who deserve a little break but also reduce my dad's sentence by HALF! For all others, your prayers are much welcomed and appreciated.

Thank you again for all you do.

Shekinah

Keep Jeff Pierson in you prayers!!!

Dad's Day 4

Hello everyone. Well, I went to see dad last weekend, as well as, the weekend before that (fathers day). The visits were all very much the same as before. Dad is trying to adjust to this new life and we are still trying to get him home. Part of me is always holding on to the hope that God will do a miracle and bring dad home soon so please keep praying, but if it is God's will for dad to stay.... he will need prayers for strength and for wisdom. I find myself asking God 'why' more than anything, however, God has not seen it fit to answer my pleas just yet. I fear that as time goes on, more and more people will move on and forget about the injustice that has happened to my dad. I don't blame anyone for it, I just pray that he stays in the prayers of those who love him.
With that said, mom and Nanny are on their way to spend the 4th will dad now. As bad as I wish I could join them, I have duties to tend to at home this weekend.

Dad, you are always in my heart, on my mind, and the center of my prayers. We all love you so much and I will never give up hope in God's power. I am praying everyday that you can home form that terrible place, where you do not deserve to be. I love you.

As time goes on, please try to remember to keep dad in your prayers. Also know, that if you have anything you would like for me to pray about for you, I would be more than happy. We are prayer warriors and we can pray for more than one thing at a time.  That is the beauty of this gift God has given us. Also, be praying for dad's cell mates. He is trying to bring them into the Christian family so that they can share a part of God's glory. Thanks so much for every prayer.

Keep Jeff Pierson in your prayers!

Shekinah

So Good To Hear Your Voice

Hello everyone!

Well, mom, Brit, and Grandad are in LA visiting dad this weekend. They are lucky because a holiday falls on Monday so they get to stay for three days instead of two. Of course, I have to work, so regretably I couldn't go this time. However, I will let you know how the trip went when they get home.
But since they are there dad has been able to call me on the phone for the past two nights! It is so good to hear his voice. He sounds okay. Dad is finding ways to see God and in these circumstances, that is more than we can ask. It is still very hard for him since Esteban has left but we have not forgotten him in our prayers. In the begining he was an answered prayer, we are still praying for him where ever he may be. We also have gotten some (seemingly) good news. We are always praying God finds a way to get dad out early and we don't want to get our hopes up to high or prevent the Lord from doing something wonderful but be praying that this good news does not leave us high and dry. Our God is an awesome God who has the power to change any situation, we do not doubt that. We know that God has His reasons and we have already seen a few. The prision has already had a revival a few weeks ago which ended with 100 prisioners becoming part of the Christian family! So we know that dad has not left in vain, yet we still have a hole in our hearts. So please,

Keep Jeff Pierson in Your Prayers!!

We need him home. And according to God's word (Mark 10:9 What God has joined together, let no man seperate) our family should be together. Please keep praying and thank you so much for the prayers already being prayed! It means more than you know!

Love,

Shekinah

Dad's Day 3

Hello everyone!


Well, the weekend of May 15-16 me, mom, Brit, and Gran dad went to see dad. The first day was very emotional for him, as well as, us because his good friend and cell mate, Esteban, was moved. Now, I know I've told you all a little bit about Esteban, but he was dad's closest friend and helper there. Having him leave has been very, very hard on dad. The only thing that made this a little easier for all of us was knowing that dad had Esteban there with him. So we have all been really upset over this. We don't understand why God would take Esteban and we don't know where he was moved, but dad thinks that Esteban might have been sent home. He had a 18 year sentence and was in his 9th year, so if he did get sent home, it would be a miracle. Even though we are all upset over his leaving, please be praying that God let him go home. We know he will do great things for God. Aside from the heart tear we had, it was a wonderful visit. Anytime we get to see dad and he gets to see us, it is a wonderful thing. Dad says that it makes time go by faster when he has visitors. So don't forget to send in your visitation form and go and see him when you get a chance. He misses everyone very much.
I know that for most everyone, this thing with dad is just a bad feeling or thought that crosses your mind every now and then, and we all understand that no one is as impacted by this as us, but every time he does cross your mind, please send up a prayer for him to come home soon. We can't endure this for 5 years. We need dad back. The smallest prayers are heard, so please,

Keep Jeff Pierson in your prayers!

Love,

Shekinah

When Two Or More Are Gathered

Hello everyone.

Well, Mom, Nanny(Dad's mom), and Maw-Maw(Mom's mom) are in LA with dad this weekend. Britiany and I couldn't go this trip. Brit, I believe, is going next weekend and I am going back in a few weeks. I talked to mom after her visit this morning and she said dad is doing ok, as usual.
Everyone, every time dad crosses your mind, please send up a silent prayer for God to bring him home. As time goes on (and I believe I am speaking for the whole family on this) it doesn't get easier; not for dad, not for us. We learn how to live with it, days goes by, and life does go on; but our spirits are broken, our hearts are hurting, and faith is shattered. We need dad home. We know that the only thing that is going to get him here sooner is a lot of prayer. We all know that there is power in numbers and thats what we need; as many people praying as possible. I thank you all so much for all the prayers you have already sent, but please don't forget about dad over time. We need your help. Dad needs your prayers.
I love you all so very much and dad does too. Just please, don't forget to

Keep Jeff Pierson in you prayers!

Thank you for all you do,
Love,

Shekinah

Dad's Day 2

Jeff Pierson


Hey everyone. Mom, Grandad, Britiany, Chessie, and I all went to see dad again this past weekend. As I said in the last "Dad's Day" post, we had to wait and get processed for about forty-five minutes before we actually got to go in. When dad came in the visiting room his face lit up like a kid in an amusement park. He was so excited to see us, as we were him. He cut his hair that morning and he looked a lot better this visit. We also got to get our picture taken with him! He said he will send us a copy as soon as he can and I will post it. He told us about his job there (he is serving in the kitchen, so he is pretty much a cafeteria lady :] ). He said it is very fast paced and that it is just OK. Overall, he seemed alright. I mean, he is as good as he can be, but he is really finding God in a lot of ways he didn't expect. Please just remember to keep praying for him and for a miracle to get him out of there. He loves all of the letters you guys are all sending him so please keep those coming too. I know that God is in control, as always, but don' stop praying!

Keep Jeff Pierson in your prayers!

Love,
Shekinah