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I was in prison, and you came to visit me. (NIV)
Matthew 25:36
Chaplain's Corner
[Contributed by Debra Colson]
April 2024
Reflections of Grace
Imagine my surprise when I sensed God leading me to share His message of love with the women in our local
correctional facility! I took a step of faith and have never regretted it. I’d like to share with you some reflections
from my time as a volunteer.
The women I meet in prison are no different from those I meet elsewhere - from teenagers to grandmothers and
all ages in between. Some have grown up in church and some know nothing at all about the Bible. Many are
struggling with addictions. Yes, they’ve made mistakes and are dealing with the consequences, but the Bible says we have all sinned.
Many women are released, only to return. One woman shared with me, “I was in such a hurry to go home, I left my Bible behind. God brought me right back to where I left Him.” We all need Jesus to experience lasting freedom!
So, we sit at tables in a sparse classroom and study God’s Word. God’s message is one of hope and encouragement, of love and forgiveness, of grace and second chances. He has not forgotten them, and He hasn’t given up on them.
Some of the most free women can be found in prison. One woman in particular, over a period of two years, consistently exuded the joy and peace that can be found through faith in Jesus Christ, regardless of circumstances. No, she didn’t want to be there; and yes, she missed her family, but she rested in God’s faithfulness and timing.
God’s forgiveness and freedom can be ours, whether we are behind bars or not. And when we experience His freedom, it motivates us to share that with others. As we approach “Celebration of Grace” Sunday:
> Please pray for those in prison - that they experience God’s grace, forgiveness, and healing.
> Please consider a monetary gift to Adams Christian Prison Ministries (ACPM). Chaplain Perez is solely supported through the generosity of local churches, individuals, and businesses who donate to ACPM.
> Please prayerfully consider if God is calling you to become a volunteer. “I will say to the prisoners, ‘Come out in freedom,’ and to those in darkness, ‘Come into the light’…” - Isaiah 49:9 NLT
Articles from the Web
As U.S. holds world record for imprisonment, churches increase prison ministries
From BaptistNews.com
This article describes some obstacles to prison ministry and why it is so necessary
What does the Bible say about prison ministry?
From Prisonfellowship.org
"If Jesus were on earth today, would we find Him in prisons?"
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Who We Are
We are a non-profit Christian Ministry that serves inmates in the Adams County area of Pennsylvania. Our team is made up of both paid staff and volunteers with a heart for sharing Christ with those who are incarcerated...
What We Do
We purpose to share Christ with our brothers and sisters in the Adams County Adult Correctional Complex in many ways, such as offering worship services, mentoring and discipleship, and distributing Bibles...
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Check out our past and upcoming events to see the different ways you can get involved in Adams Christian Prison Ministries. Also, be sure to follow us on Facebook to stay up to date on our new announcements!
Christians Should Care for Prisoners
From Relevent Magazine
Read about the myths that may keep us from wanting to reach out to inmates
