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What the Bible Says About Second Chances

God is patient in giving us second chances—and not just one, but continual second chances.

By Grayson Pope
April 15, 2019
Second Chances
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Hearts on Fire: How Pillar of Fire Church Is Transforming Lives

  'Through God's faithfulness in our lives, we're allowed to serve Him out here.'

By Emily Harris Greene
April 3, 2019
California | Second Chances | TUMI
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Why Do Second Chances Matter?

A second chance affirms a person's value as more than the sum of their choices.

By Emily Andrews
April 1, 2019
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Watergate Hotel Gala to Kick Off 2019 Second Chance Month April Events

Matthew Charles and Emily Colson were two featured speakers at the inaugural Second Chance Month Gala at the historic Watergate Hotel.

By Prison Fellowship
March 26, 2019
Charles Colson | Second Chances
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Pastor, Church Planter, and Advocate: Former Prisoner Speaks Out for Justice that Restores

"I believe detours exist to lead you toward your ultimate destination."

By Grayson Pope
March 26, 2019
Justice Ambassador | Justice Reform
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Watergate Hotel Gala to Kick Off 2019 Second Chance Month in April

Historic Watergate revisited for third annual Second Chance Month.

By Prison Fellowship
March 21, 2019
Charles Colson | Second Chances
Investing in Prisoners for the Future
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Investing in Prisoners Today Shapes the Leaders of Tomorrow

The Prison Fellowship Academy addresses criminogenic thinking while offering prisoners a chance to learn values and skills to help them thrive in life after prison.

By Emily Harris Greene
March 19, 2019
Carol S. Vance Unit | Second Chance Hiring | Texas
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D.C. Central Kitchen Offers Second Chances to Returning Citizens

Former drug addict and prisoner Jessica Towers is still in awe with how her life has turned out. Thanks to DC Central Kitchen, a nonprofit kitchen and training program, Jessica has a second chance she never dreamed was possible.

By Emily Andrews
March 18, 2019
Second Chance Hiring | Washington DC
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Prison Fellowship Presents ‘The Restoration Series’

Follow Jonathan as he re-enters society after 15 years behind bars.

By Emily Harris Greene
February 20, 2019
Jonathan's Walk | Texas | The Restoration Series
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Special Forces Veteran Finds Real Strength Through Christ

  Dr. Michael Strong spent 25 years behind bars. Today, he gives back to his community through his work with the Crime Victims' Compensation Program.

By Emily Harris Greene
January 23, 2019
Crime Victims’ Compensation Program | Texas
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With Barr’s Nomination, Does Justice Reform Hang in the Balance?

Who is President Trump's nominee for attorney general, and how will the FIRST STEP Act fare under his leadership? Prison Fellowship's Craig DeRoche reflects on what's next for justice reform in America.

By Craig DeRoche
January 17, 2019
FIRST STEP Act | Trump Administration | William Barr
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Welcome to Judy’s House: How a Former Addict Is Helping Others Find Freedom and Recovery

'   Cynthia got clean behind bars, but would she be able to stay clean on the outside?

By Emily Harris Greene
January 16, 2019
Addiction Recovery | Celebrate Recovery | Drug Addiction | Recovery Chick | recovery homes | Texas
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What is the FIRST STEP Act?

The FIRST STEP Act is now law, but how will it affect America’s incarcerated? And what are our next steps?

By Emily Harris Greene
January 8, 2019
earned time credit | FIRST STEP Act | in-prison program | Incarcerated Women | Prison Reform | recidivism | Second Chances | Sentencing Reform
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Start the New Year Strong with ConBody’s Cell Workout

Start 2019 strong with ConBody's cell workout!

By Emily Andrews
December 31, 2018
ConBody | Exercise | New Year
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‘Our Christmas Miracle’: FIRST STEP Act Becomes Law

'OUR CHRISTMAS MIRACLE'

President Trump Signs the FIRST STEP Act into Law, Ushering in a New Era of Criminal Justice Reform

by Emily Greene

"My house is too quiet," Beth Strong says. "I struggle to make ends meet. Every weekend, I travel several hours each way to see my husband during visitation hours.

By Emily Harris Greene
December 21, 2018
Criminal Justice Reform | FIRST STEP Act | Prison Reform | Sentencing Reform | Trump Administration
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