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PRISON FELLOWSHIP: Justice Reform

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Review: Warner Bros. Just Mercy is an Altar Call to Justice, Mercy, and Grace

The recent film 'Just Mercy' is a classic underdog tale that will challenge moviegoers to stand up for justice, mercy, and grace. Set in 1990s Alabama, it tells the true story of Walter McMillian, a man sentenced to death for a crime he did not commit.

By Emily Harris Greene
January 28, 2020
Death Penalty | Just Mercy | Justice Reform
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Implementing the First Step Act: Where Are We Now?

The United States has made progress implementing the FIRST STEP Act, but there is still work to be done.

By David Jimenez
December 11, 2019
FIRST STEP Act | Justice Reform
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Why Prison Fellowship is Equipping Pastors to Restore Those Affected by Crime and Incarceration

The Justice Declaration Symposium trained pastors to be like first responders, running into the problem instead of away from it.

By Grayson Pope
October 15, 2019
Justice Reform
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The Faith of Matthew Charles: The Incredible Story of a Prisoner Who Garnered a Nation’s Support

Matthew Charles had been out of prison for almost a year when the Court of Appeals ordered that he return to prison to serve out the rest of his original 35-year sentence. His story caught the nation’s attention, with hundreds demanding his release. Read on to discover the incredible story of Matthew’s journey.

By Prison Fellowship
August 26, 2019
FIRST STEP Act | Justice Reform | Matthew Charles
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Justice Advanced: Hundreds of Prisoners Return Home

Federal Bureau of Prisons scheduled to set free 3,100 prisoners on Friday, July 22, 2019, as a result of the FIRST STEP Act.

By Prison Fellowship
July 19, 2019
FIRST STEP Act | Justice Reform
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Pastor, Church Planter, and Advocate: Former Prisoner Speaks Out for Justice that Restores

"I believe detours exist to lead you toward your ultimate destination."

By Grayson Pope
March 26, 2019
Justice Ambassador | Justice Reform
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President Trump Signs FIRST STEP Act Legislation-“Makes America Safer”

Prison Fellowship applauds President Donald J. Trump for signing the FIRST STEP Act into law.

By Prison Fellowship
December 21, 2018
Criminal Justice Reform | FIRST STEP Act | Justice Reform | Prison Reform | Trump Administration
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Virginia Lowers Felony Threshold – Moves Toward Justice that Restores

Standing up to "soft on crime" rhetoric, Virginia is working to improve the way we respond to crime in the Commonwealth.

By Prison Fellowship
July 25, 2018
Felony | Felony Threshold | Justice Reform | Larceny | Ralph Northam | Virginia
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Incarceration and the Economy

Does prison really ensure justice and maintain public safety? What is the relationship between incarceration and the economy in America?

By Emily Harris Greene
July 27, 2017
Criminal Justice Reform | economy | employment | incarceration | Justice Reform
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Values & Capitalism: The American Criminal Justice System Needs Reform

Heather Rice-Minus, director of government affairs at Prison Fellowship®, joined Values & Capitalism's Meredith Schultz to discuss the core principles of restorative criminal justice reform and how Christians should act to advance it. Justice reform is a bipartisan issue in which the Church needs to be a partner and leader. 

By Emily Harris Greene
March 31, 2017
Heather Rice-Minus | Justice Reform | Meredith Schultz | Values and Capitalism
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