Lloyd Blackwell of Samaritan’s Purse (center) and the Riding High Ministries cowboys prepare with prayer before the instructional clinic begins.

Jody Newberry (bottom left), begins the instruction with turns on a mechanical animal before moving on to the real thing.

Mike Lee works on form with the riders.

Jordan Hupp teaches about the various knots and equipment associated with riding.

Mike White (bottom left) controls a battery-powered, mechanical bull that can drive and spin to give the riders a realistic experience.

Professional bull rider Mike Lee displays good technique on the first ride of the day.

An inmate nicknamed “Bucket Head” prepares mentally before becoming the first to ride a bull.

Todd Pierce concludes the day as it began—with prayer.