Bruce grew up in church, but after his confirmation at 14, he figured he'd checked all the boxes and had done all he had to do to get to heaven. Bruce became a prodigal son, living the "good life" until a third DUI and a faithful friend reminded him that God's grace was his for the asking. BRUCE KETOLA serves as State Chair of Kairos Prison Ministry of Arizona. Bruce and his wife, Kim, have four children and nine grandchildren. His greatest joy and deepest prayer are for others to have a personal relationship with Jesus. Learn more at kairosofaz.org.
Kim's life was all about earning recognition and acceptance—but that quest took her to difficult places. Her perceived failures, including an abortion, caused her to give up. And then a friend told her about God's unconditional love and forgiveness, and she dared to hope again.
Kim Ketola, a chaplain and pro-life advocate, is an award-winning writer and broadcaster whose life experience ministers to those hurt by abortion. The second edition of her book, Cradle My Heart, Finding God's Love After Abortion, is available on Amazon. Learn more at cradlemyheart.org.
Bruce Ketola serves as State Chair of Kairos Prison Ministry of Arizona. Bruce and his wife Kim have four children and nine grandchildren. His greatest joy and deepest prayer is for others to have a personal relationship with Jesus. Learn more at kairosofaz.org.
"The Meaning of Grace: The Story of Bruce Ketola" and "You Are Loved, No Matter What: The Story of Kim Ketola" are found in Issue 3 | 2025 of Victorious Living Magazine.
