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PRISON FELLOWSHIP BLOG: Feature Stories

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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
Christian response to violent crime
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I Will Fear No Evil: The Christian Response to Violent Crime

Christians have a responsibility to examine our media sources and separate truth from spin. How do we apply a biblical lens to difficult issues like violent crime?

By Emily Andrews
September 22, 2023
Violent Crime
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An Unlikely Friendship: A Former Police Officer Reflects on Prison Ministry

Carl sees prison more now than he ever did as a police officer. And because of an unlikely friendship, prison is one of his favorite places to be.

By Emily Andrews
November 10, 2020
Oklahoma | Volunteeer
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Preparing Broken Hearts for New Dreams

When your mom goes to prison, it upends your whole life. But that didn’t stop Isis from pressing on toward success.

By Emily Andrews
October 27, 2020
Angel Tree Christmas | California
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