A Prison Fellowship Angel Tree partner camp called Camp Hope gives children of incarcerated parents a chance to reconnect with nature, build friendships, and discover hope in Jesus.
Prison Fellowship
Non-profit Organizations
Lansdowne, VA 18,300 followers
Encountering Jesus with those in prison.
About us
Prison Fellowship® trains and inspires churches and communities—inside and outside of prison—to support the restoration of those affected by incarceration. We equip correctional leaders, volunteers, and incarcerated men and women to make prisons more rehabilitative places; we advocate for a more restorative criminal justice system; and we collaborate with churches and local service providers to support former prisoners, their families, and their communities. Seek justice. Love mercy. Restore hope. Interested in volunteering with us? Please visit our Take Action page: http://bit.ly/356fJE8 ============== Prison Fellowship is a national, nonprofit organization founded in 1976 by former Nixon aide Charles Colson. Colson was incarcerated for Watergate-related charges and could not forget those he had left behind prison walls. He launched Prison Fellowship to give prisoners the opportunity to experience the radically transforming power of Christ that he had already experienced. All media and content published online or in print are for educational and informational purposes and do not constitute an endorsement from Prison Fellowship Ministries.
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http://www.prisonfellowship.org
External link for Prison Fellowship
- Industry
- Non-profit Organizations
- Company size
- 201-500 employees
- Headquarters
- Lansdowne, VA
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 1976
- Specialties
- Non-Profit Organization, Criminal Justice Reform, In-Prison Programming, In-Prison Training and Education, Christian Organization, Angel Tree, Children and Families, Advocacy, Prison Ministry, Church Mobilization, and Reentry
Locations
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Primary
44180 Riverside Pkwy
Lansdowne, VA 20176, US
Employees at Prison Fellowship
Updates
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What a beautiful perspective from a first-time Prison Fellowship Angel Tree volunteer in New York who serves the families of the incarcerated. "I had never thought too much about what it must be like for the families of those incarcerated as they grow up — either the kids or the other caregivers. This really opened my eyes to how many challenges and how much hurt can be there, but also how much opportunity there is to come together as a community." We are so thankful to all our volunteers! You can learn more about Prison Fellowship sports camps here: https://bit.ly/3SBtN3p
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Matt's high school struggles led to a devastating path of bad choices, ultimately resulting in a conviction at age 17. Facing a 20-year sentence, Matt saw no hope. However, something changed on his first night in jail. After rejecting an invitation to attend church, he changed his mind when he heard they were offering free doughnuts. While the doughnuts initially drew Matt in, the volunteer's message of love and forgiveness resonated deeply, and the Holy Spirit started stirring in him. Matt's perspective changed as he embraced the message of grace. Matt's story is a powerful reminder that even in the darkest places, Jesus is there.
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“Where I’m at now is I am free. I’m free. I’m finding my pace. I’m finding my rhythm on the outside. I’m just staying patient in what God has called for me.” —Aaron Pettes You can read more about Aaron’s story here: https://bit.ly/4d7PAYj
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"The Hope Event gave me hope I didn’t have before I walked in the door. I am loved.” —Angela, incarcerated in Minnesota Learn more about Prison Fellowship Hope Events here:https://bit.ly/3xHOEL3
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Heather Rice-Minus, President and CEO of Prison Fellowship, shared an impactful and tear-filled message from Luke 7 with her sisters in Christ behind bars at a recent Prison Fellowship Hope Event.
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Brooklynn carried a heavy burden. Blaming herself for her father's mistakes, she felt angry and unworthy of friends. Nervous, but with her mother’s encouragement, she went to summer camp thanks to a Prison Fellowship Angel Tree scholarship from Camp Agape in Oregon. That week changed everything. Surrounded by love and support from counselors and the friends she always wanted, Brooklynn blossomed. Because of the love that Camp Agape, Angel Tree, and the local church showed Brooklyn through her most challenging times, Brooklynn now wants to reciprocate that love by serving others.
Loved: Through the Roof - Prison Fellowship
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