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Prison Fellowship’s Statement on President Biden’s Announcement of Second Chance Month Initiatives

Prison Fellowship®, the nation’s largest Christian nonprofit serving prisoners, former prisoners, and their families, released the following statement after the Biden administration announced several initiatives to promote second chances and reentry success at the close of Second Chance Month®.

By Prison Fellowship
May 1, 2023
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‘The Chosen’ Soon Available to Tens of Thousands of Incarcerated by Floodlight Streaming Service

Prison Fellowship®, the nation’s largest Christian nonprofit serving prisoners, former prisoners, and their families, is thrilled to announce a partnership with the Come and See Foundation to stream ‘The Chosen’—a multi-season television show about the life and ministry of Jesus Christ—into more than 300 prisons in the United States.

By Prison Fellowship
May 1, 2023
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Prison Fellowship’s First Chance Network Receives Support from Walmart.org Center for Racial Equity

Prison Fellowship®, the nation’s largest Christian nonprofit serving prisoners, former prisoners, and their families, has received an additional $1,250,000 to support Prison Fellowship’s First Chance Network, which uplifts children with incarcerated parents, from the Walmart Foundation.

By Prison Fellowship
April 27, 2023
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Overcoming Evil with Good

From being a victim of crime to working in community corrections, Beth Kuczma knows the challenges of the justice system firsthand—and that’s why she became a Justice Ambassador.

By Prison Fellowship
April 27, 2023
Justice Ambassador | Outrageous Justice
Harley Blakeman
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But How Can We Help? Q&A With a Business Leader

Harley Blakeman, CEO and founder of HonestJobs, shares how businesses can support second chances and create safer communities.

By Lexi Aggen
April 26, 2023
Reentry | Second Chance Month
Pastor Scott Graham
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But How Can We Help? Q&A With A Prison Ministry Pastor

A prison ministry pastor shares his heart for giving men and women the second chances they need to adapt to life after prison.

By Lou Haviland
April 19, 2023
prison ministry | Reentry | Second Chance Month | Texas
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Road to Second Chances Prayer Walk 2023

Columbus, OH—Prison Fellowship®, the nation’s largest Christian nonprofit serving prisoners, former prisoners, and their families, along with the Justice Action Network, is hosting the Road to Second Chances Prayer Walk in downtown Columbus on Saturday, April 15, 2023, at the Ohio Statehouse.

By Prison Fellowship
April 12, 2023
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Carrying Chuck Colson’s Vision into a Bold New Future

Prison Fellowship's founder had a dream of equipping churches to build up leaders behind bars. Nearly 50 years later, the vision is stronger than ever.

By James J. Ackerman
April 10, 2023
Chuck Colson | From the CEO | Heather Rice-Minus | James Ackerman
Aaron Oda
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But How Can We Help? Q&A With a Reentry Specialist

Reentry specialist Aaron Oda explains the barriers faced by men and women returning from prison—and gives tips on how a supportive community can help.

By Joanna Breault
April 6, 2023
Reentry | Second Chance Month
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People with criminal records face countless barriers. Are you curious about how your church can #BeTheKey?

Just as God offers us a fresh start, we can offer a second chance to people with a criminal record. Here are 6 ways for your church to support second chances!

By Emily Andrews
April 4, 2023
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7 Ways You Can Be the Key
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People with a criminal record face all kinds of barriers. Are you curious about how you can #BeTheKey?

You can be the key to unlocking second chances for people who have faced their consequences, so they can flourish in society! Here are 7 ways to get started.

By Emily Andrews
April 4, 2023
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Prison Fellowship’s Statement After Biden Administration Declares April 2023 as Second Chance Month

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®.

By Prison Fellowship
April 3, 2023
road to second chances walk
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What Is Second Chance Month?

Check out how America has come together over the past two years to support those effected by crime and incarceration.

By Emily Andrews
March 29, 2023
Second Chances
Prison Fellowship CEO James Ackerman speaking at a prison.
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Derek Made My Day

Prison Fellowship CEO James Ackerman on public speaking, butterflies, and the transformative work of Jesus revealed through Derek at a prison workshop.

By James J. Ackerman
March 13, 2023
Hope Events | James Ackerman
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Helping Fathers Rebuild Relationships With Their Kids

Going to prison removed Reggie from his children’s lives, but Angel Tree has helped him reconnect as a father. Now he's helping other prisoners do the same.

By Amanuel Mengistu
March 8, 2023
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