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Prison Ministry Training Resources

HOW YOU CAN HELP BREAK THE CYCLE OF CRIME

Millions of men and women are caught in a destructive cycle of crime and incarceration. Without knowing God's hope or experiencing Christ's love, the story repeats over and over, shattering families and harming communities. But the cycle can be broken.

God is raising up local churches and volunteers just like you to encounter Jesus with people inside and outside of prison on their road to restoration.

For nearly 50 years, Prison Fellowship has equipped churches and volunteers with tools and resources to come alongside the incarcerated, the formerly incarcerated, and their families. But none of it can happen without partners like you.

Are you ready to help break the cycle?

RESOURCES FOR CHURCHES AND VOLUNTEERS

Local churches are uniquely equipped and called for prison ministry. There are many ways to get started, and we're here to help. Explore our curated list of tools and resources below.

IN-PRISON MINISTRY

Prison can be a hopeless place for millions of prisoners in the U.S. But it can also be a place of transformation. Discover how volunteers and churches can share the hope of the Gospel with men and women behind bars.

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REENTRY MINISTRY

Welcoming churches are a critical resource for men and women returning to the community. Learn what prisoners need as they approach their release date, and how churches and volunteers can best support and empower them.

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FAMILY MINISTRY

Prisoners' families "do time" right along with their loved ones. Churches and volunteers can help strengthen family bonds, support children with an incarcerated parent, and prepare families for their loved ones' homecoming.

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JUSTICE REFORM

We advocate for criminal justice reforms that help transform those responsible for crime, validate victims, and encourage churches and communities to play a role in creating a safe, redemptive, and just society. Learn how you can help advance justice that restores.

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MENTORING MINISTRY

As prisoners work to change their lives, connections to caring, mature volunteers—willing to listen and coach them as they face decisions—can make all the difference. Learn how these relationships can promote success.

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SPEAK UP FOR JUSTICE THAT RESTORES

God calls His people to seek justice—justice that reflects the dignity and value of every person created in His image. For decades, Prison Fellowship has equipped Christians to take a stand for biblically based justice reform that restores those affected by incarceration. We're facing a crisis of incarceration that leaves communities broken by a never-ending cycle of crime. It's never been more important to speak up for justice that restores. Act now.

SHOW YOU CARE! SIGN THE JUSTICE DECLARATION

"I can only thank God that there are people in the world who care about us and take their calls and ministries seriously enough to reach out."

—STEVE, A PRISONER

STAY CONNECTED

For nearly 50 years, Prison Fellowship has been on the front lines of the prison system, working with churches and volunteers like you to encounter Jesus with those affected by incarceration. We've learned some things along the way, and we've witnessed the amazing results of God's grace and power at work. We want to share it all with you. Stay connected with us and you'll be among the first to hear about new resources, opportunities to make a difference, and inspiring stories of the lives God is transforming every day.

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SPECIAL OFFER: FREE SMALL GROUP STUDY

OUTRAGEOUS JUSTICE

Awakening Christians to Justice that Restores

Prison Fellowship is excited to release Outrageous Justice—a small-group curriculum featuring an engaging six-lesson study guide, videos with first-person stories of people impacted by crime and incarceration, and a companion book offering in-depth insights into prison ministry and justice reform. Churches and small groups will learn about the challenges in our criminal justice system and explore how Christians can respond in hands-on ways to pursue justice and bring about true hope, restoration, and healing.

Don't miss this free small group study. Sign up to receive your free copy of Outrageous Justice.

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