I Don’t Think God Can Forgive Me
Last week I was talking with Chris, an inmate in the jail. We spent a couple minutes in light conversation when he decided to quit wasting time and get to the point. “Chaplain,” he said, “I think I have done too many things in my life for God to ever be able to forgive me.” […]
Daughter in Distress
One of the important core values of Forsyth Jail & Prison Ministries is connecting and reconnecting families. We do this through various initiatives through the year, including our “Fun with Father” retreat and annual “In the Name of the Father” Christmas program with dads and kids at the prison. The importance of this family connection […]
Ripping Roofs
I am often struck by the uniqueness of the Forsyth Jail and Prison Ministries. It was the first community supported jail/prison ministry in the state. And the first to hire a full-time African American female chaplain. It serves maximum and minimum security facilities. Perhaps the most remarkable characteristic is the people who serve God as […]
The Impact of Imprisonment
When someone is sent to jail or prison, he or she is not the only one to suffer. Spouses, children, parents, even pets, may face consequences when a loved one is incarcerated. From lost income, to lost guidance for children, there are any number of impact points that may be touched by one’s incarceration. Children […]
