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Posted August 18, 2015
THE FOUNDATION OF WHAT WE BELIEVE
As a Christian organization, Prison Fellowship believes in the full authority of the Bible as God’s inspired Word and the complete tenets of the Apostles’ Creed and the Nicene Creed.
We believe in one God, Creator and Lord of the Universe, the co-eternal Trinity: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. We believe that Jesus Christ, God’s Son, was conceived by the Holy Spirit, born of the Virgin Mary, lived a sinless life,
Posted February 16, 2023
Washington, D.C.— Prison Fellowship®, the nation’s largest Christian nonprofit serving prisoners, former prisoners, and their families, released the following statement after leading Christian organizations sent a letter urging Senate Judiciary Committee leadership to quickly take up the EQUAL Act and work to end the federal crack powder cocaine disparity. The letter was signed by Prison Fellowship, Catholic Charities USA, Catholic Prison Ministry Coalition, Center for Public Justice, Ethics and Religious Liberty Commission, Jesuit Conference Office of
Posted June 24, 2022
Prison Fellowship®, the nation’s largest Christian nonprofit serving prisoners, former prisoners, and their families, released the following statement alongside a letter in support of fair pretrial practices from over 25 Michigan faith leaders.
“Michigan faith leaders see firsthand how overuse of jail before trial destabilizes families and disrupts access to work, housing, and health care,” said Ally Alfonsetti, Legislative Strategist for Prison Fellowship. “We hope lawmakers in Lansing will hear their voice and work towards a
Posted July 25, 2023
Prison Fellowship,® the nation’s largest Christian nonprofit serving prisoners, former prisoners, and their families, released the following statement during Prison Fellowship’s Week of Action for the Federal Prison Oversight Act (S. 1401 | H.R. 3019). This week, over 65 Prison Fellowship volunteer Justice Ambassadors and faith leaders will be meeting virtually with congressional offices from over 50 offices in more than 20 states in support of the legislation, which would create new tools for regular
Posted April 3, 2023
Washington, D.C.—Prison Fellowship®, the nation’s largest Christian nonprofit serving prisoners, former prisoners, and their families, released the following statement after President Biden declared April 2023 as Second Chance Month®.
“I applaud President Biden for issuing this proclamation and recognizing the arbitrary and unfair roadblocks that limit Americans who have paid their debt to society,” said James Ackerman, President and CEO of Prison Fellowship. “For the sixth consecutive year, the United States president has affirmed that American
Posted August 3, 2022
Prison Fellowship®, the nation’s largest Christian nonprofit serving prisoners, former prisoners, and their families, released the following statement after the United States Senate passed the Law Enforcement De-escalation Training Act of 2022, bipartisan legislation introduced by Senators John Cornyn (R-TX) and Sheldon Whitehouse (D-RI), to improve law enforcement training in de-escalation tactics, alternatives to use of force, and mental and behavioral health.
"Prison Fellowship has spent more than 45 years walking with the people, families, and
Posted April 26, 2022
WASHINGTON, D.C.—Prison Fellowship®, the nation’s largest Christian nonprofit serving prisoners, former prisoners, and their families, released the following statement after the Biden administration’s announcement of 75 commutations and a set of twenty policy initiatives to promote access to economic opportunity for men and women who have left prison.
"Access to work allows men and women who have served their time to fully pursue a journey of redemption, restoration, and renewal," said James Ackerman, President and CEO
Posted November 17, 2020
Prison Fellowship's Leadership Urges New Administration to Advance Policies Helping Men and Women Impacted by Crime and Incarceration Become Productive Returning Citizens
WASHINGTON, D.C.—Prison Fellowship®, the nation's largest Christian nonprofit serving prisoners, former prisoners, and their families, issued the following statement after former Vice President Joe Biden and Senator Kamala Harris were declared the winners of the 2020 Presidential election.
On Tuesday, November 3, 2020, former Vice President and Senator Joe Biden Jr. was elected President of the
Posted November 3, 2020
Who Is Our Neighbor Today?
We at Prison Fellowship® believe, as the Bible attests, since the fall of humanity, individual and systemic sin have threatened and destroyed the safety and peace God intended. The result: Broken lives, relationships, and communities that require the restorative justice envisioned and empowered by God and His Word.
With words whenever possible, and with our actions at all times, Prison Fellowship shares the unchanging truth and unending grace of the Gospel with
Posted April 22, 2020
The Recently Announced Paycheck Protection Program Increase Act Fails to Correct Restriction Preventing Access to Relief for Business Owners with Criminal Records
WASHINGTON, D.C.—Prison Fellowship®, the nation's largest Christian nonprofit serving prisoners, former prisoners, and their families, released the following statement about the Paycheck Protection Program Increase Act, which fails to address the restriction that disqualifies second chance entrepreneurs from having access to relief under the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (CARES Act).
Currently, the
Posted January 26, 2015
BECOME A CERTIFIED VOLUNTEER
If you feel a sense of mission to take the love and truth of Jesus Christ behind prison walls, and help inmates navigate the road to transformation, we encourage you to take the "next step" of starting the path to volunteer certification. This is about commitment — to pray, to visit with our field staff, move through our application and training steps, and find out if serving with Prison Fellowship is the right
Posted February 13, 2013
Our mission is to restore those affected by crime and incarceration.
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OUR VISION
To see all affected by crime reconciled to God, their families, and their communities.
Prison Fellowship believes that a restorative approach to prisoners, former prisoners, and all those affected by crime and incarceration can make communities safer and healthier. Our ministry is founded on the conviction that all people are created in God's image and that no life is beyond God's reach. As Christians,
Posted March 1, 2024
WHAT IS SECOND CHANCE MONTH?
Join Prison Fellowship and our partners nationwide as we observe Second Chance Month in April to break down barriers and unlock brighter futures for approximately 70 million American adults.
by Emily Andrews
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In the United States, 1 in 3 adults has a criminal record, which limits their access to education, jobs, housing, voting, and other things
Posted December 20, 2022
Washington, DC—Prison Fellowship®, the nation's largest Christian nonprofit serving prisoners, former prisoners, and their families, released the following statement after Congress failed to remedy existing inconsistent federal sentencing for crack and powder cocaine crimes.
Despite reports of promising bipartisan negotiations, the 117th Congress has not acted to address the disparity between federal crack and powder cocaine sentencing. Negotiations occurred on a backdrop of broad support for the EQUAL Act, which would eliminate inconsistent treatment of federal
Posted December 16, 2022
CRIMINAL JUSTICE REFORM ACHIEVEMENTS
Prison Fellowship's justice advocates and justice ambassadors continue to make a difference in our nation.
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Prison Fellowship® believes seeking justice calls us to champion justice that restores both for individuals and for entire systems that have been broken. That’s why we advocate for a criminal justice system that prioritizes fairness, community safety, and rehabilitation.
From making sure punishment fits the crime to unlocking