A Catholic approach begins with the recognition that the dignity of the human person applies to both victim and offender…We are convinced that our tradition and our faith offer better alternatives that can hold offenders accountable and challenge them to change their lives; reach out to victims and reject vengeance; restore a sense of community and resist the violence that has engulfed so much of our culture.¹

Prison Ministry is a special work of mercy and supports the spiritual rehabilitation of inmates as members of the Body of Christ whether they are released eventually or remain in prison. Despite their mistakes, inmates deserve the same spiritual care that others receive as members of the Body of Christ.²

 





We serve Christ among the incarcerated because he said: “I was in prison and you visited me.” We believe that inmates are capable of lasting, spiritual change with help and encouragement from their faith community, because all things are possible with God.³

We believe that no life is beyond the reach of God’s power, and we envision a future in which countless prisoners, ex-prisoners, and their families are redeemed, restored, and reconciled through the love and truth of Jesus Christ. We seek to spread the Gospel and nurture disciples behind prison walls, so that men and women become new creations in Christ – not repeat offenders.⁴

If the Son sets you free, you are free indeed.
John 8:36

1.  http://www.usccb.org/issues-and-action/human-life-and-dignity/criminal-justice-restorative-justice/crime-and-criminal-justice.cfm
2.  http://www.dismasministry.org/faq/
3.  Matthew 25:36; 19:26
4.  https://www.prisonfellowship.org