PRISON FELLOWSHIP BLOG: Reentry

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

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

Start 2019 strong with ConBody's cell workout!

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

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.

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

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.

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

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.

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

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

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

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.

"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."