We are dedicated to bringing the light of Jesus Christ into dark places by proclaiming the Gospel, sharing stories of redemption, making disciples, and creating Christ-centered resources that lead people toward new life.
Milestones of Grace
2022: Podcast Launch
2023:Prison & Jail Ministry
2025: Non-Profit Established
Present: Edovo Partnership
Began sharing powerful testimonies and biblical insights through our foundational podcast, reaching digital seekers with Gospel clarity.
God opened doors to serve inside correctional facilities through Bible studies, personal ministry, and discipleship, bringing the hope of Christ to those behind the walls.
The ministry became an established nonprofit, providing a stronger foundation to expand our outreach, create Christ-centered resources, and reach people wherever God opens doors.
Our partnership with Edovo opened a new door to bring Christ-centered teaching and Gospel resources directly to incarcerated individuals through their digital learning platform.
Meet Our Dedicated Leaders
Omar Calvillo
Juan Sanchez
Ann Calvillo
Omar Calvillo is the Executive Director and Founder of Light Has Dawned Ministries. After experiencing his own journey of transformation through Jesus Christ, he committed his life to sharing stories of redemption, hope, and second chances. With a background that includes incarceration, leadership development, and nearly two decades in the manufacturing industry, Omar brings both lived experience and practical leadership to the ministry. He serves as a podcast host, speaker, church leader, ordained chaplain and prison ministry volunteer, driven by a deep conviction that no life is beyond God’s reach. Omar is a devoted husband and father and is passionate about equipping others to move from darkness to purpose.
Juan was born and raised on the Southwest side of Chicago, which he still calls home today. He has worked as an educator in the city's Little Village community for over 17 years and also serves as a bivocational location pastor of Newlife Community Church in Cicero, IL. Juan is passionate about seeing young people rise up to be both civic and spiritual leaders in their communities. He and his wife Rosa have 4 young adult/adult children, 1 granddaughter and a Golden Doodle named Burhle.
Ann Calvillo serves as Secretary of the Executive Board for Light Has Dawned Ministries. Together with her husband, Omar, she carries a deep calling to serve the marginalized and those seeking restoration through Christ. As a Biblical Counselor at Pacific Garden Mission, Ann works on the front lines, walking alongside individuals with the hope and truth of the Gospel. She brings compassion, clarity, and strong organizational leadership to the board, helping ensure the ministry operates with integrity, transparency, and faithful stewardship. She and Omar have been married for 21 years and are grateful to serve Christ together while raising their three children.