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Christians have a vital role to play in advancing justice that upholds accountability, recognizes human dignity, and offers opportunities for restoration.
In @ChristianPost, Prison Fellowship President and CEO Heather Rice-Minus @RiceMinus explains why the Christian voice matters in criminal justice reform.
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The @OfficialFBOP is at the end of the federal criminal justice system. It doesn’t decide who is sentenced to prison or for how long, but it must safely carry out those sentences and prepare people to return home.
My latest in The Hill on why Congress should fully fund the BOP:
thehill.com/opinion/criminal…
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Recently, we presented @NCC , located in Washington, D.C., with the Charles Colson Servant of Hope Award. National Community Church has demonstrated a high level of commitment to serving people impacted by incarceration through its Love Justice ministry.
The Charles Colson Servant of Hope Award recognizes a person, organization, or volunteer who demonstrates servant leadership by bringing hope, redemption, and restoration into correctional environments and makes prison a place of renewal and second chances.
Congratulations, NCC! 🎉
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A second chance means having the opportunity to rebuild your life and fully return to your community. Tammy Franklin knows that journey firsthand. Her advocacy helped Oklahoma clarify voting rights for people who have completed their sentences. Read Tammy’s story in @TheOkEagle: theokeagle.org/2026/10/02/go…
Thank you, @SenatorLankford and @ChrisCoonsforDE, for recognizing @prisonfellowshp’s 50th anniversary by introducing and securing passage of a resolution in the U.S. Senate honoring five decades of Prison Fellowship’s ministry and impact!
Prison Fellowship Releases Statement After U.S. Senate Passes Resolution Recognizing Its 50 Years of Prison Ministry - Prison Fellowship
Read the press release here: prisonfellowship.org/2026/09…
“The first time I was in a maximum-security prison, I was 12 years old, joining my father on one of his prison ministry visits,” said @ChrisCoonsforDE . “I saw how prison ministry transformed the lives of both those inside the prison and for our family outside of it. For 50 years, Prison Fellowship has brought that transformation to communities across the country, answering Jesus’ call to love our neighbors no matter where or who they are.”
“Prison Fellowship has spent 50 years helping people understand that a mistake does not have to be the end of their story,” said @SenatorLankford . “Their work points people to Christ, helps restore families, and gives people the opportunity to change. I’m grateful for the staff and volunteers who have stayed committed to this work for five decades, and I’m glad to recognize Prison Fellowship on its 50th anniversary.”
Our day in Lansing has wrapped up! We are grateful for the meaningful conversations about second chances, employment, and how Michigan can open doors to work for people returning to their families and communities. Thank you to all the legislative offices who took the time to meet with our advocates today!
We appreciate the office of Representative @SkeetownSnyder taking the time to meet with our Justice Ambassadors and discuss how Michigan can help people withmove from a criminal record obtainto a valuable career. Thank you for your time today in Lansing!
Thank you to the office of Representative @ReggieMillerMI for meeting with our advocates today to discuss HB 5447 and the importance of recognizing positive progress for people on probation. We appreciate your time and leadership on second chances!
We appreciate Senator @JeffMIrwin for taking the time to meet with our advocates and discuss SB 1055-1057, legislation that would promote accountability and transparency while helping open doors to work for Michiganders with criminal records.
It was a pleasure to meet with the office of Representative @CNeeley34 to discuss how Michigan can make the most of probation resources while recognizing the progress of people working to successfully reenter their communities. Thank you for your time today in Lansing.
We appreciate the office of Senator @SarahAnthony517 taking the time to meet with our advocates and discuss SB 1055-1057, legislation that would promote accountability and transparency while helping open doors to work for Michiganders with criminal records.
Thank you to the office of @SenPolehanki for meeting with our advocates today in Lansing to discuss removing unnecessary barriers to employment for Michiganders with criminal records. We appreciate your time and commitment to second chances!
Thank you Representative @gregvanwoerkom for meeting with our advocates today to discuss the importance of second chances and opening doors to employment for Michiganders returning to their communities.
Closing out the panel, @ScottEPeyton1 comments “We brought 20 people here today to meet with lawmakers about these barriers, many with criminal convictions and real stories. We work to remind lawmakers that here is someone who wants to work and get back on their feet. None of these barriers work independent of one another and we have work to do to dispel these myths and bring humanity back into the numbers.” Thank you again to the @MackinacCenter for hosting this important discussion!
Tony Gant, Director of Policy at Safe & Just Michigan, shared his powerful personal story of continuing to face barriers to reentry more than 30 years after his conviction. By finding a path back to work, he highlights the importance of second chances, opportunity, and removing barriers that can follow people long after they’ve served their time.
Great words from VP of Marketing and Communications @JarrettSkorup from the @MackinacCenter about the effects of occupational licensing on Michiganders returning to the workforce and the importance of removing unnecessary barriers to employment.
