Restored: Stories of Encounter
Episode 30 hr 22 min
In 1958, a fire at Our Lady of the Angels school killed 95 children and teachers. Devastating the community they closed their doors. Fifty years later, one passionate man, Fr. Lombardo, has turned it into bustling ministry serving over 700+ families.
Connie was praying outside an abortion clinic when she realized something about the women going inside: “…they weren’t evil. They were really scared.” On her way home she prayed to God that He would “make her a better option than abortion” for these women. God answered, she listened.
An immigrant to Chicago, Pablo Perez was recruited into gang life at a young age eventually occupying the powerful position of the gang’s leader. By a miracle, he walked away. Today, he is the Chaplain at Cook County Jail, bringing the hope and light of Christ to those in most need.
In 1958, a fire at Our Lady of the Angels school killed 95 children and teachers. Devastating the community they closed their doors. Fifty years later, one passionate man, Fr. Lombardo, has turned it into bustling ministry serving over 700+ families.
After a successful career in commercial real estate, Alan Graham gave it all up to serve the homeless of Austin, TX. His own conversion and desire to bring Christ to others led him to develop a 51-acre community that lifts chronically homeless off the streets and into a home of their own.
Sharon’s son was born with a rare neurogenetic disorder. Angry and walking away from her faith, she sought comfort through buying a horse. To her surprise, that purchase began a journey of healing for her and her family. Now, hundreds of others seek her assistance through equine therapy.
After rediscovering his faith on a profoundly deeper level, Jordan began Jerusalem Farm with his wife, Jessie. Where they live prayerfully and minimally in community with others who share their desire to serve and welcome the poor and impoverished in their community.
Directed byCasey Kleczek, Andrew Kleczek
ProductionKatie Reidy, T.J. Berden, Eric Groth, Mike Pacer, Casey Kleczek