Sown Seeds: A Short Film
Katie & James
Alumni Katie Dent and James Poston stand as powerful examples of hope and healing, their lives transformed by the love and stability they found at Connie Maxwell Children’s Ministries.
Katie reflects on her journey when she shares, “The Katie who walked in was nervous and scared. I didn’t want to be here. I was broken. And the Katie who walked out was hopeful for a future.” Escaping her father’s alcoholism, she thrived with the farm’s routine and the care of her house parents and is now a teacher.
James came to Connie Maxwell at age 11 when his single father, struggling to support his six children, could no longer manage their care. Guided by Mr. Clyburn, the garden manager at Maxwell Farms, he developed a passion for horse training. James says, “Do a small thing, it could turn into a lifelong dream for someone else. And there are hundreds that would sit here and say the same thing. I am because of Connie Maxwell.”
An Award-Winning Film
This video is part of a larger series that won a 2025 Southeast Regional EMMY award! The collection of videos will educate and inspire audiences about Connie Maxwell, fueling our vision to become a national leader in Christian ministries of healing for vulnerable children and families.

