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PRISON FELLOWSHIP BLOG: Reentry

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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
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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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Healing Communities USA: Second Chances Close to Home

"Our outreach to the prisons can't overlook the families in our own church."

By Rev. Dr. Harold Dean Trulear
April 5, 2018
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David’s Downfall

  "I was the king of my world," David says, but "once I felt my world was coming down around me, I needed to escape somewhere."

By Emily Harris Greene
April 4, 2018
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Through the Eyes of Jesus

"The church just really loved me and took care of me. They were there to help me and didn't hold anything back."

By Emily Harris Greene
April 3, 2018
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Manslaughter to Mentor
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From Manslaughter to Mentor: How Brandy Found Purpose After Prison

Convicted of manslaughter, Brandy served over 6 years before she got a second chance at life. Now she helps others do the same as a mentor.

By Grayson Pope
April 2, 2018
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Second Chance Month Celebrates Dignity
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Second Chance Month Celebrates Human Dignity

Second Chance Month is a nationwide campaign to celebrate the dignity and potential of those with a criminal record during April.

By Alyson R. Quinn
March 26, 2018
Second Chance Month | Second Chances
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