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Prison Fellowship’s statement on Senate passage of Law Enforcement De-escalation Training Act of 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 United States Senate passed the Law Enforcement De-escalation Training Act of 2022 bipartisan legislation.

By Prison Fellowship
August 3, 2022
  • Advocacy & Reentry
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How Values Interrupt Violence

Growing up in Portsmouth, Virginia, Darrell knew violent crime as a normal part of life. Now, he’s part of a movement to interrupt violence in his hometown—and he’s getting creative with it.

By Emily Andrews
July 29, 2022
The Justice Chronicles
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Prison Fellowship’s Statement on Michigan Faith Leader Support for Pretrial Reform

Prison Fellowship has released a Statement on the Michigan Faith Leader Support for Pretrial Reform.

By Prison Fellowship
June 24, 2022
Michigan | Pretrial
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Pastor Ray: Second Chance Champion

Pastor Ray doesn’t believe prisoners are “just bad people.” So, he’s doing something about it. He's changing the narrative.

By Ray Cruz
June 24, 2022
Justice Ambassador
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A Phoenix, Arising from the Ashes

After his career in hardball politics ended in flames, Chuck Colson emerged as one of the most influential evangelical leaders of the twentieth century, influencing countless prisoners, public figures, and everyday citizens. When he found himself in hell, he kept on walking; and through his obedience, God turned an unmitigated disaster into an unbounded blessing.

By Bruce Ashford
June 23, 2022
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Shattering Stigmas

Joy Block-Wright never had trouble finding a job before she went to prison. Her strong work ethic, administrative skills, and outgoing personality proved essential wherever she worked. But once she had a criminal record, her dream of being an entrepreneur was cut short.

By Emily Andrews
June 21, 2022
The Justice Chronicles
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State Session Recap

Every January, lawmakers gather to do the work of creating law. Prison Fellowship staff, Justice Ambassadors, and grassroots advocates come alongside them to be a voice for justice that restores in states across the nation.

By Prison Fellowship
June 17, 2022
Justice Ambassador | Justice Reform | Legislation | Michigan | Oklahoma | Tennessee | Virginia
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What is the Mission of Angel Tree Camping? A Conversation with the Harts

Prison Fellowship sat down with Jeremy and Traci to talk about serving prisoners’ families through summer camp and year-round ministry.

By Emily Andrews
May 11, 2022
Angel Tree Camping | Angel Tree Every Day | interview
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Former Prisoners Can Become Productive Citizens

Second chances for returning citizens make for safer communities.

By Emily Harris Greene
April 27, 2022
Collateral Consequences | Justice Reform Resources
Prison Fellowship’s Statement on Biden Administration’s clemency grants and reentry initiatives
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Prison Fellowship’s Statement on Biden Administration’s clemency grants and reentry initiatives

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.

By Prison Fellowship
April 26, 2022
Biden Administration | Reentry
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Transforming Corrections in America: A Conversation With Kerensa Lockwood

Kerensa Lockwood’s history in the criminal justice arena brought her to Warden Exchange. Now she’s using her background to bring positive change to corrections.

By Emily Andrews
April 26, 2022
Corrections | interview
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Reconciling Families to Break the Cycle of Incarceration

Extending a second chance can impact families for generations.

By Emily Harris Greene
April 20, 2022
Family Resources | Justice Reform Resources
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Mail Call: Can You Help Me?

This month's mail is from Bryanna, whose incarceration in Washington is about to end. Hear from Bryanna about her concerns for reentry.

By Prison Fellowship
April 19, 2022
Mail Call | Washington
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Second Chance Hiring: The Benefits of Employing Returning Citizens

When businesses hire people with a criminal record, communities thrive.

By Emily Harris Greene
April 13, 2022
Justice Reform Resources | Second Chance Employment
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Fifteen Minutes with Chuck Colson

Mike Johnson couldn’t believe the man on the book cover was standing outside his cell. Thirty-seven years later, he still feels the impact of Chuck Colson’s words.

By Joanna Breault
April 12, 2022
California | Charles Colson
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