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Popeyes Chicken And A Prayer: Jail Inmates Celebrate Easter
April 9, 2023
Easter was celebrated a little early at the Escambia County Jail in Brewton.
After current Sheriff Heath Jackson took office, he started an Easter tradition five years ago of a good meal and, for those that wish to participate, prayer.
Saturday, the inmates were provided Popeyes chicken with biscuits, and the inmates decided who they wanted to lead them in worship.
“Jesus loves us all, even when we make bad decisions,” Jackson said.
For the past five years, the meal has been provided by Josh Godwin and Elliot Faircloth at Popeyes in Brewton.
Pictured above and below: Escambia County (AL) Sheriff Heath Jackson and staffers serve an Easter meal Saturday inside the Escambia County (AL) Jail. Photos for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.
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11 Responses to “Popeyes Chicken And A Prayer: Jail Inmates Celebrate Easter”
Sheriff, I think that is a Wonderful Gesture and shows what heart our Sheriff’s Department has and the true meaning of what Easter is all about. Thank you and God Bless you all!
Very caring of you, Sheriff.
Some people think this is bad, I think it’s great some of the best found Jesus in jail turned their life to God instead of streets and drugs. These folks have great testimonies while other’s will never learn. This gives them hope and I pray they find God.
Thats just awsome….now let’s pray others learn from this kindness
Outstanding. God bless you for your kindness and generosity.
Amen way to go guys.Remember while we were yet sinners,Christ died for us.We all fall short without him.
I really enjoyed reading this story! Good people!
It is a wonderful thing when mercy is extended by those that are in position to do so. Blessings to all the staff, and much gratitude for the great generosity of Popeyes for this demonstration warmth and human kindness. My you all be greatly rewarded for your extended hands of charity in providing this service within your community.
They need to be reminded that God still loves them, even though they may have done wrong things. It is called GRACE.
Thank you to popeyes, we all make mistakes,some bigger than others. Hope they all had prayer in their hearts. Thanks to Heath Jackson also.
Good on you, Sheriff Jackson!