"From Prison to Pulpit: The Divine Set Up Journey of Author Shawn O'Neill"

  • Captives Set Free, Youth Empowered: The Next Step for Miry Clay Ministries

    When I look into the eyes of a 6th grader who genuinely wants to grow in Christ, I see more than just a student. I see hope, legacy, and the future church. That’s why we launched YEP – the Youth Empowerment Project, a three-year Christ-centered mentoring journey for 6th grade students who are hungry to…

    Shawn O’Neill

  • Why Plant Churches? A Journey of Faith, Hope, and Transformation

    In this blog post, I share my personal journey from prison to the pulpit, highlighting the importance of church planting as a way to fulfill the Great Commission. Drawing from the article “Why Plant Churches?” and my experience in the Avondale community in Pompano Beach, I reflect on the biblical mandate to plant churches, meet…

    Shawn O’Neill

  • Mobilizing Faith: Building Walls of Hope from San Andrés to Fort Lauderdale 

    This week’s “From Prison to Pulpit: The Divine Set Up” blog highlights a recent mission trip by the Messenger of Hope Global Ministry Team to San Andrés, Colombia. Led by Senior Pastor Tom Manning and other leaders, the team trained 200 pastors in evangelism, setting the stage for a massive crusade in February 2025. The…

    Shawn O’Neill

  • Embracing New Beginnings: This Week in the Life of Shawn O’Neill

    Greetings from the journey of redemption and faith! This week we’re diving into the latest chapter of my ongoing adventure, filled with twists, turns, and divine interventions. As we enter mid-April 2024, I find myself reflecting on the profound transformations that have shaped my path from prison to pulpit. It’s been a journey marked by…

    Shawn O’Neill