IPM is a Christ-centered, Bible-based ministry directed primarily toward prisoners,

their families, and those who minister to them.

IPM was founded by Chaplain Ray Hoekstra in 1972.  Upon his homegoing in 1997, his beloved wife and partner  Leola Hoekstra continued to faithfully direct IPM until 2002, when IPM's board of directors appointed Pastor Bob Hoekstra (Chaplain Ray's son) Director of the ministry.  Leola Hoekstra went home to be with the Lord in January 2009. (For more information concerning her homegoing, please click here.) 

Visit the "About IPM" page for more detailed information about the ministry.

Visit the "Resources" Page for Chaplain Ray's testimony and other video and audio resources as well as articles and teachings from other IPM pastors.

LISTEN to Bob Hoekstra interviewed by Joyce Eagleton on KWVE 107.9 Update program concerning Chaplain Ray International Prison Ministry.