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PRISON FELLOWSHIP BLOG: Reentry

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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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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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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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Yes on 4!

In a historic vote, Florida passes Amendment 4 and restores voting rights to the 1.5 million Floridians with a felony record.

By Emily Harris Greene
November 7, 2018
Florida | Second Chances | Voting Rights
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EDWINS and Brandon Chrostowski are Serving Up Second Chances

Brandon Chrostowski is on borrowed time and making the most of his second chance with EDWINS, a fine-dining restaurant staffed by the formerly incarcerated.

By Grayson Pope
September 24, 2018
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‘I Was a Ghost’: Why Joseff Persists in the Struggles of Reentry

  Reentry can be difficult, but Joseff isn't giving up just yet.

By Emily Harris Greene
May 2, 2018
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Celebrating Second Chances Across the Nation

Thank you for supporting second chances, working with us to tear down the walls of that second prison and the lies of social stigma—to truly offer a second chance.

By Emily Harris Greene
May 1, 2018
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Senate Resolution Names April 2018 as Second Chance Month

Resolution Sheds Light on Thousands of Barriers Aimed Those with Criminal Records

By Prison Fellowship
April 27, 2018
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Job Fair Offers Second Chances for Former Prisoners

  "I got up this morning, did my prayers, and just put the day in God's hands," says Joseff White.

By Emily Harris Greene
April 25, 2018
Second Chance Hiring | Second Chance Month | Texas
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Three Resources Every Returning Citizen Needs

Every year, hundreds of thousands of prisoners are released and return to society, and they need a second chance. The Church should be a place where they can easily find support and encouragement.

By Emily Harris Greene
April 24, 2018
Church | employment | Reentry | Resources | Second Chance Hiring | Second Chance Month
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Rob’s Battle to Conquer Addiction and Find His Place

"I had people promise me the moon, and as soon as they found out I had a felony, it was over."

By Emily Andrews
April 23, 2018
Reentry | Second Chances
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How One Costly Decision Changed Pamela’s Life Forever

  "Everybody makes mistakes, and everybody can be forgiven."

By Emily Harris Greene
April 18, 2018
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All Square: Guilt-Free Comfort Food

"There's a lot of untapped talent out there—people who haven't been given a chance because of barriers."

By Stacia Ray
April 17, 2018
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Can Ex-Prisoners Become Productive Members of Society?

The purpose of the Prison Reform and Redemption Act is to provide federal prisons with programming that will not only benefit the lives of prisoners but also reduce our nation's recidivism rate and improve public safety.

By Prison Fellowship
April 10, 2018
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‘Until the Lord Calls Me Home’

"I don't believe that God allowed me to leave prison so that I could kick up my feet and enjoy life. There's a lot of men who have done less than what I've done and are still in prison."

By Emily Harris Greene
April 9, 2018
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