Women finding hope in the midst of incarceration's impact
Kairos Outside Abilene walks alongside women navigating the unique pain of having a loved one in prison. Through faith, community, and compassionate support, we help women heal and find strength.
Founded to Walk Alongside Those Left Behind
Kairos Outside Abilene began with a simple conviction: women affected by a loved one's incarceration deserve compassionate support and spiritual community. Since our founding, we've walked alongside hundreds of women navigating isolation, grief, and uncertainty. Our ministry provides the connection, encouragement, and faith-centered guidance that helps women rebuild hope and find their strength again.
Compassionate voices driven by faith
The Kairos Outside Abilene team combines lived experience, spiritual conviction, and dedicated service to support women navigating the complexities of incarceration's impact.
Founder & Ministry Director
Margaret Foster
Margaret founded Kairos Outside Abilene with a vision to reach women carrying the silent burden of incarceration's impact. Her commitment to spiritual healing guides every outreach effort.
Community Outreach Coordinator
Sarah Mitchell
Sarah connects with women in Abilene through compassionate one-on-one support and small group gatherings. Her background in peer counseling brings understanding to every conversation.
Women finding strength through support
Real stories from women who've walked this difficult journey and discovered community, faith, and healing through Kairos Outside Abilene.
Kairos Outside gave me a safe place to share my burden without judgment. I found sisters who truly understand what it's like to have a loved one behind bars. Their faith-centered approach helped me find hope again.
Maria
Woman supported by Kairos Outside Abilene
I felt so alone after my husband's incarceration. The women at Kairos Outside showed me I wasn't forgotten. Their compassion and spiritual guidance helped me navigate one of the hardest seasons of my life.
Jennifer
Woman supported by Kairos Outside Abilene
Kairos Outside connected me with women facing the same struggles. Their monthly gatherings became my anchor, a place where I could be honest about my pain and find encouragement in faith and community.
Keisha
Woman supported by Kairos Outside Abilene
When my son went to prison, I didn't know where to turn. Kairos Outside Abilene became my lifeline. The team listened, prayed with me, and helped me see God's grace even in this season. I'm no longer ashamed.
Rosa
Woman supported by Kairos Outside Abilene
The shame I carried was overwhelming until I found Kairos Outside. These women understand the invisible pain of loving someone incarcerated. Their ministry taught me that my faith can hold me even when everything else feels broken.
Angela
Woman supported by Kairos Outside Abilene
Values that guide our mission
We're rooted in faith, compassion, and justice. These principles shape how we serve women affected by incarceration in Abilene.
Spiritual foundation
Christ-centered faith guides our outreach, offering hope and healing to women facing isolation and grief.
Radical compassion
We meet women where they are without judgment, creating safe space for their stories and struggles.
Justice advocacy
We stand for women impacted by the system, speaking up for their dignity and supporting systemic change.
Community care
Connection and belonging matter. We build relationships that remind women they're not alone in this journey.
Practical support
Spiritual guidance paired with real help navigating legal, emotional, and family challenges of incarceration.
Be part of something meaningful
Your time, gifts, or support can transform the lives of women walking through the hardest seasons. Get involved with Kairos Outside Abilene today.