Sherry Worrell

Baby Susie has been such a very special blessing for my Mama. The smiles that she shares with us and the joy that she has when she looks into the eyes of her baby are soooo very special. Thank you for sharing the love ❤️ of Jesus through this very special gift. Blessings to you and your ministry. ❤️❤️🌹🌹

Naomi Boone

My name is Naomi Boone. I am 23 years old and here is my story/testimonial about Nana and Pop.   Where do I start? There is so much I could say it's almost like writing a book but that’s how big of a joy these two have been in my life. Let's go back to where it all started as Santa and Mrs Claus.  In the beginning it wasn’t just those two special roles in my life. Early on in my life before the Santa Ministries I first met them as being a baby and a patient at the practice where Mrs Claus worked. I believe it was for therapy and my speech. Later on as I continued to grow. i had difficulty with it in my early childhood development. When I would come to be seen with my loving grandmother the nurses would meet us at the door and fussed over who got to hold me first but a lot of times Nana won because she was the boss lol. This one year I remember to be such a blast because they took me and my grandmother to The North Pole and everything was so beautifully done and lit up.  Oh my all the Christmas trees and decorations.  I had a ball. Through the years they've showered both me and my son with lots of love and presents and the crib he has now they've given with lots of love with toys diapers and clothes.  They do more than just Christmas and give material gifts, they share the real meaning of Christmas and what God’s love is all about. I am forever grateful for all the things they have done for me my family and my son, and the beautiful things they do to pour out love into the surrounding communities as well.  God bless you Nana and Pop. I will always remember singing “Jesus Loves Me” with yall as a child.  That was a breakthrough moment for me and also a chance for this little light of mine to shine. I love yall.  The world definitely needs more sweet examples of God's love and grace like you two.  Thank you for always being there for me and this is my little story.

Donna Renee

Santa and Friends Ministries is the absolute best. Debbie and Jesse Cann are two amazing Godly people. They use their ministry to spread not only the word of God, but his work as well. In the years I’ve known them, they have touched so many lives. So many people have had the opportunity to hear about God’s love for them. They have both been in the highways and byways doing anything they could to help others. They have blessed less fortunate families. They have given supplies to homeless. They have put smiles on the faces of people in nursing homes and hospitals. They never take a break from doing the Lord’s work. You never see them without a big smile on their face. They don’t care how young or old you are, they will show love to all. I have seen them bless so many people in so many different ways. Santa and Friends Ministries is a blessing from God. I pray that they will be blessed for blessing others. I could go on and on about the good deeds I have been fortunate enough to either be a part of, or see them do. They have blessed my family more than once in times of need. The world is truly a better place because of their team.

 Caitlin DeClue

I could never put into words just how special these two blessings are, Mr. and Mrs. Santa are beautiful people inside and out. As a mother to a child with Autism & sensory issues, standing in the line to see Santa at the Malls, have never been a option to us. They came to our house, visited my kids, where my oldest was most comfortable in his own environment and brought the magic of Christmas to my son, and even for a moment my son could just simply be a child, and that will forever leave a imprint on this mothers heart, and they have continued to be a blessing to my family each day since then. 
So if you ever ask me, Is Santa real, my answer will always be simply 'Yes, Cause Santa is Love, and I have truly found him in these two sweet special people. Thank you for everything you do and for being the hands and feet of Christ.

Apex Police Department

Review by Captain Ann Stephens

We have worked with Santa & Friends for several years at various outreach events in our community. They are wonderful people who have such a heart for giving and loving people. They have worked with us in our Christmas Shop with a Cop program and our outreach to seniors. We are blessed to work with them.

Alanda Blackman McLeod

I would like to say how special these two people are. They have delivered babies to residents at Liberty Commons, bunnies during Easter and visited during special times. The love they have for the elderly shows in every word they speak and every action. They are truly called into this mission. Thank you for all you do and the love you pour out to others.

Marsha Stancil

No matter what season it may be, not even the midst of a pandemic, nothing can stop the workers at the North Pole. Their outreach goes beyond the typical Christmas holiday, even beyond children. This ministry reaches out to any and all that God puts on their hearts. Not only do they serve, but they make known the countless others that donate and lend hands to do the work to bless others. They have inspired 2 of my girls to want to reach out into the community and help as many as they can. We’ve always been welcomed into their home, and especially their hearts with open arms and most times cookies! Thank you so much for all you do, all those inspire to help, and may this ministry continue to bless beyond your reaches!

Wake Assisted Living

Review by Ann Goodman, Activities Director

Santa and Friends were a blessing to me and The Wake Assisted Living Family not only did they come out to be Mr. and Mrs. Claus they returned in April with the Easter Bunny. They are so wonderful we can hardly wait until December so we can see them again

Harnett County Parks and Recreation

Review by Drew Bryant, Supervisor of Harnett County Parks and Recreation

Wonderful people who are a true blessing to the community. Always willing to help out our local County Parks and Recreation department to help spread Christmas cheer at special events. Even in the midst of a pandemic, they were willing to provide live videos from their very own “North Pole” and answer questions for all the children to help give them a Merry Christmas. They also visit local nursing homes and provide local balls and toys for children. Truly wonderful folks.

Angier Chamber of Commerce

Review by Shelby Blackmon, Executive Director

I have known Mr. and Mrs. Cann, or as you may know them, Santa and Mrs. Claus since 2017. I met them at a Christmas on the Square event the Angier Chamber of Commerce hosts annually. I never realized when I met them what a blessing they would become in my life. Their non profit goes above and beyond all during the year and not just at Christmas. Not only are they loved in their community, they're very much loved and cherished in our local school systems and rest homes all during the year. From their Lap Blanket Ministry, Alzheimer Ministry, Ball Ministry, making sure the homeless are looked after, and cooking food to carry to shut-ins...they stay busy spreading God's love. Mrs. Cann serves on the Angier Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors and I'm so thankful to have such an amazing and God fearing woman serve on the Board.

Morgan McLamb Allen

This couple and what they do for the elderly is beyond beautiful. Their selflessness, love, and faith is evident in everything they do. I first heard of them when they visited the nursing home my Grandma Hilda is in a couple years ago. They donated baby dolls through their memory baby ministry and one went to my Grandma and she loves her babies.

My husband and I lost our daughter, Hollyn, in October of 2019 and Debbie reached out to me wanting to donate dolls in memory of Hollyn in their nonprofit organization. Ever since then.. they have continued to keep Hollyn’s memory alive through their baby doll ministry. These people are the kindness, most precious humans doing God’s work. We cannot thank them enough for all they do.