Christmas at...His Majesty's Prisons
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Prison sentences don’t pause for Christmas, and the festive season can be especially busy. Esther spoke to Peter Conroy from Junction 42, a prison ministry working across the North East, and to Martin Hill, an ex-offender who gave his life to Jesus while inside and, with Junction 42’s support, now wants to give back to those still there.
Released on 19 Dec 2025
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