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Give Love: Life on Death Row

Give Love: Life on Death Row

Written by: Jess Hoffert
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Life was never easy for Franklin Davis, and now he finds himself locked up in a cell on Texas death row. Discover what led him here—and what gives him hope despite the darkest of circumstances—through a series of phone conversations with an unlikely pen pal. New episodes released every Wednesday. To learn more about Death Row Support Project, visit brethren.org/drsp

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  • 10. Legacy

    10. Legacy
    Dec 18 2024

    On the final episode of Give Love, Jess recounts his first face-to-face meeting with Franklin, and a chorus of voices shares how Franklin's life and story have impacted them. Franklin closes with a stirring statement on legacy and invites listeners to connect with him at the following address:

    Texas Department of Criminal Justice

    Franklin Davis 999585

    PO Box 660400

    Dallas, TX 75266-0400

    NOTE: All mail must be sent in a basic white envelope.

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    28 mins
  • 9. Support

    9. Support
    Dec 11 2024

    Rachel Gross founded Death Row Support Project more than 45 years ago, and now she's passing the leadership torch to her daughter Heidi. In many ways, the program has always been a family affair, and it's changed lives for thousands of inmates and those who correspond with them. Rachel and Heidi share about the origins of the project, how it's grown and where it's headed next.

    To learn more about Death Row Support Project, visit brethren.org/drsp
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    33 mins
  • 8. Faith

    8. Faith
    Dec 4 2024

    Franklin's faith has been put to the ultimate test on multiple occasions. In this episode, he openly shares how his views on spirituality, organized religion and the afterlife have evolved since he was sent to death row.

    To learn more about Death Row Support Project, visit brethren.org/drsp
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    29 mins
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