PRISON FELLOWSHIP BLOG: Feature Stories

Prison Fellowship founder Chuck Colson greets residents of a men's prison.
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50 Years of Prison Fellowship: How Justice, Mercy, and Hope Shaped a Movement

As we celebrate 50 years of Prison Fellowship, Chuck Colson’s original conviction drives our passion today: to see local churches walking in step with the Body of Christ behind bars and experiencing God’s transforming power together.

By Emily Andrews
December 31, 2025
Chuck Colson | Prison Fellowship
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Snapshots From 2025: A Year of Ministry at Prison Fellowship

These 25 photos from Prison Fellowship capture the fingerprints of God throughout 2025, highlighting grace and transformation that can happen only through Him.

By Lou Haviland
December 17, 2025
Angel Tree church
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The Small Church Making a Big Difference

Meet the small church that does Christmas big, faithfully delivering gifts and personal notes to hundreds of children from their incarcerated parents.

By Lou Haviland
November 12, 2025
Angel Tree
Capitol
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A Seat at the Table, a Voice at the Capitol

When the government banned Pell Grants for incarcerated people, Tammy was devastated. Now she advocates for better opportunities for others—and wins!

By Tammy Franklin
January 29, 2025
Advocacy | Pell grants
Pell Grants
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Prisoners Go to School Thanks to Pell Grants

With access to Pell Grants, prisoners see a bright new future ahead.

By Doug Bender
January 22, 2025
Pell grant
church
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A Church on a Mission

The Church loves Christ by loving people, especially those in need. Sarah put it this way: “Loving God is actively loving what He loves—people.”

By Prison Fellowship
October 30, 2024
Angel Tree | Prison Fellowship | prison ministry
revival
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Mission and Vision: Revival in the Church

How Prison Fellowship envisions a revival in individuals and churches that brings renewed culture across America.

By Prison Fellowship
October 18, 2024
Prison Fellowship
Restore
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Church Leaders Leave Restore Inspired

For those serving on the front lines, opportunities for refreshment are rare. Enter Restore, a conference for leaders with a heart for restorative ministry.

By Doug Bender
September 27, 2024
restorative ministry | Restore conference
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Mission and Vision: Encountering Jesus “With”

Our new mission—to encounter Jesus with those impacted by incarceration—sounds simple. But it reflects the heartbeat of our ministry.

By Prison Fellowship
September 13, 2024
Prison Fellowship
the church
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Mission and Vision: Equipping the Church

For Prison Fellowship founder Chuck Colson, equipping the church was vital. Nearly 50 years later, this remains our mission and vision.

By Prison Fellowship
August 16, 2024
Prison Fellowship
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The Call of the Church: Loving Like Christ, Inside and Outside Prison

Local churches are building rich partnerships with Prison Fellowship to bring justice, mercy, and hope to our culture.

By Emily Andrews
August 14, 2024
Angel Tree Christmas | Local Churches | Outrageous Justice
Lauren Daigle
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What Hope Sounds Like: A Day Behind Bars With Lauren Daigle

Dozens of women in state-issued uniforms gathered in the prison gym to see Lauren Daigle, their murmurs asking what might happen next—rain check or sound check?

By Emily Andrews
May 15, 2024
Hope Events | Lauren Daigle
Mother's Day
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  • Prison & Prisoners
Mother’s Day: A Tribute to Moms Everywhere

Moms are unique and special. So are a person’s views on motherhood. Prison Fellowship spoke with several women about being a mom, both in and out of prison.

By Prison Fellowship
May 8, 2024
Mother's Day
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Driven by Love: A Family Tradition of Giving Back

Susanna discovered a unique and easy way to support Prison Fellowship—and through her giving, she’s helping to change lives and restore hope.

By Emily Andrews
February 28, 2024
Angel Tree | Angel Tree Christmas | Donation | Planned Giving
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What Black History Month Means to Me

Nearly 50 years after Black History Month was first celebrated, Prison Fellowship staff and program participants reflect on what it means to them personally.

By Prison Fellowship
January 31, 2024
Black History Month
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