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Transforming Lives, Restoring Hope, and Winning Souls

BCI Missions

Breaking Chains International wants to be a blessing all over the world. We believe and honor the command to go into all the nations spreading the love of Christ, and winning souls for the kingdom. Find out more about the great mission work we participate in.

Upcoming Events

Join Breaking Chains International at upcoming outreach gatherings—from prison ministry worship nights and community prayer rallies, to mission trip departures and fundraiser galas. Be part of life-changing moments as we share hope and love of Christ.

Donate To BCI

Whether a gift is big or small, one time or many times, it makes a difference. It is by donations and partnership that Breaking Chains International Inc is able to reach the nations with God’s word and the testimonies of those set free by His power.

Impact & Resources

Faith-driven outreach empowering communities and sharing Christ’s love globally.

Forever Changed

Forever Changed: A Story of God’s Transforming Power is a riveting true story about how Teresa Kemp’s life was destroyed by sexual abuse, drugs, alcohol, and incarceration. Hers was a life broken into pieces, a life without hope. But on July 20th, 1997, at 9:30 in the morning, Teresa had an encounter with Jesus Christ and was touched by the transforming power of God.

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Prison Ministry

Hebrews 13:3 calls us to remember those in chains—and over seven million people behind bars need hope. Through worship nights, testimony, and the life-changing power of Christ, our Prison Ministry brings freedom one life at a time. Discover how the Hope Ranch vision provides lasting restoration for women in crisis.

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Winning Souls

This ministry is committed to reaching the lost at all cost. Mark 16:15 says to “Go into all the world and preach the gospel of Jesus Christ.” Prison’s international and nationally, India, South Africa, Niger, Madagascar, Uganda, Zimbabwe, Zambia, America and Ethiopia thousands are being saved.

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Visiting The Orphans

James 1:27 reminds us that true faith cares for orphans and widows. In partnership with Wells of Hope Ministries across Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda, Breaking Chains International provides school fees, uniforms, books, family prison visit support, and children’s camps for kids of incarcerated parents. Together, we bring hope, education, and the love of Christ to vulnerable families.

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Get to Know Teresa Kemp

Teresa Kemp is the visionary founder of Breaking Chains International, a bestselling author, and ordained minister whose life was forever transformed by an encounter with Jesus Christ. From overcoming abuse, addiction, and incarceration to leading powerful prison worship services and global outreach efforts, her story demonstrates that “He who the Son sets free is free indeed.”

Through her decades of ministry—from prison cells in the United States to villages across Africa and beyond—Teresa remains passionately committed to one mission: to transform lives, heal hearts, and win souls for Jesus Christ.

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Get Involved with Breaking Chains International

Prison Ministry

Worship services and small-group discipleship in prisons bring inmates hope and new beginnings.

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Living Water Project

We install and maintain clean-water wells so villages gain health, schooling, and dignity.

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Orphan Care

Orphans receive education support, meals, and weekly Bible mentorship to build brighter futures.

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Global Partnerships

Training and resource sharing with local churches spark lasting, community-led transformation.

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What People Are Saying

Real stories of lives transformed by faith, hope, and community.

“After joining the prison worship nights, I found a purpose I never knew existed. Teresa’s team showed me real love and gave me the confidence to rebuild my life.”
Marcus J.
“Sponsoring an orphan through BCI has been the greatest joy. Seeing Sara thrive in school and grow in faith reminds me what Christ’s love can do.”
David & Laura S.
“Partnering with BCI on our local outreach events has breathed new life into our congregation. Together we’re reaching more families with the Gospel than ever before.”
Pastor Samuel N.