PRISON FELLOWSHIP BLOG

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

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

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.

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.

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.

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!

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.

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®.

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

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.

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.

Prison Fellowship CEO James Ackerman shares an exciting announcement about the ministry's future.

"The board of directors is excited to have unanimously selected Heather Rice-Minus as the next leader of Prison Fellowship. Heather is uniquely positioned to move the ministry into its next era of transforming lives and redeeming broken systems, both behind bars and in the community."

“This weekend, we once again find ourselves mourning a life unjustly taken,” said Kate Trammell, Vice President of Advocacy at Prison Fellowship

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.