Our Why
Jacob’s Ladder Ministries was born from deep pain — and even deeper hope. After experiencing the tragic loss of their son Jake, who had a heart for serving others, Kevin and Diana Kadamus chose not to let grief have the final word. Instead, they made the courageous decision to pour their hearts into serving others, creating Jacob’s Ladder Ministries to continue Jake’s legacy and share the same hope and love that has carried them through their darkest days.
Each member of the Jacob’s Ladder Ministries team has walked through fires of their own — seasons of suffering, loss, and hardship. These experiences have shaped who we are and fuel our passion to reach out to others who are hurting.
At Jacob’s Ladder, we believe that no pain is wasted when it is placed in the hands of God.
You are not alone. Hope is real — and His name is Jesus.
What We Do
SoulFest
We proudly partner with events like SoulFest to share the life-changing love of God through His Son, Jesus Christ.
This August, the JLM team is heading to back to SoulFest for our biggest outreach of the year, where we will have the privilege of sharing Jake's story, praying with and ministering to hundreds of people walking through their own pain.
To make this trip possible, we need to raise $5,000.
On May 1, 2025, it will be sixteen years since Jake has been with Jesus. We are asking you to donate a gift of $16 in Jake's memory. Thank you for bringing comfort and hope to so many.
Speaking
Kevin and Diana are available to share Jake’s story and their testimony at your youth event, church service, or community gathering. Kevin is also available to lead worship or perform.
Through the unspeakable tragic loss of their son, and the battles with shame and guilt that followed, the Kadamus family has chosen to keep God first - experiencing His redemptive and healing power in profound ways. Their story of faith and hope will deeply inspire your community with the message that no pain is too great for God’s love to heal.
Please contact us to speak/participate in your events, conferences or gatherings.
Support Our Mission
Your support helps us share the hope of Jesus with those facing unimaginable pain. Every donation allows us to speak, serve, and walk alongside individuals and families in need of healing.
Ways to Support
- Donate
- Invite us to speak or partner with your event
- Pray for the people we minister to
Thanks to a partnership with Intentional Legacy, your donations can be 100% tax-deductible. Click the button below to donate, and mention "Jacob's Ladder Ministries" in the note of your donation.
Matthew 25:35-37
'For I was hungry and you gave me something to eat, I was thirsty and you gave me something to drink, I was a stranger and you invited me in, I needed clothes and you clothed me, I was sick and you looked after me, I was in prison and you came to visit me.