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 are proud to partner with events like SoulFest to share the life-changing love of God through His Son, Jesus Christ.
From August 6 to 8, the JLM team will return to SoulFest for our most significant outreach of the year. We will have the privilege of sharing Jake's story and ministering to hundreds of people in need of prayer, counsel, or simply someone to listen and offer comfort.
To make this trip possible, we need to raise $7,000. On May 1, 2026, it will be 17 years since Jake has been with Jesus. We invite you to consider a tax-deductible monthly donation of $17 in memory of Jake.
Thank you for helping bring 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 can also lead worship at these events.
After the unimaginable and tragic loss of their son, the Kadamus family struggled with shame and guilt. Despite these challenges, they chose to keep God at the center of their lives and experienced 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 reach out to us if you would like them to speak or participate in your events, conferences, or gatherings.
Support Our Mission
Your generous support enables us to bring hope through Jesus to those enduring unimaginable pain.
Every donation empowers us to speak out, serve, and walk alongside individuals and families seeking healing.
How You Can Help
• Donate today and make a lasting impact
• Invite us to speak or partner with your event to expand our reach
• Pray for the people we serve, offering spiritual support
Thanks to a partnership with Intentional Legacy, your donations are 100% tax-deductible. Click the button below to contribute, and be sure to mention "Jacob's Ladder Ministries" in your note.
Join us in our current initiatives:
• Building a church community
• Supporting SoulFest
• Facilitating Grief Share
• Ministering to families who have lost a child
• Assisting local food banks
• Engaging in community outreach efforts
Jacob's Ladder Ministries
197 Hayworth Rd, Summerville, South Carolina 29486, United States
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.