At a Glance
An Unfair System
Mass Incarceration disproportionately impacts the poor and minority populations of people
It is Ineffective
2 out of every 3 people released from prison will commit another crime.
An Augustian Response
A more restorative response to crime
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Learn more about the issue of Mass Incarceration
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If you or someone you love has faced incarceration or have been a victim of crime,
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From becoming a pen pal to visiting the imprisoned there are lots of ways to get involved.
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In the Words of Augustine
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Learn more about the issue of Mass Incarceration
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If you or someone you love has faced incarceration or have been a victim of crime,
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Get Involved
From becoming a pen pal to visiting the imprisoned there are lots of ways to get involved.
Relation to Other Societal Issues
Systemic Poverty
Gun Violence
Mental Health
Youth
Hear the Voices of the Imprisoned
A selection of letters from the imprisoned and those who minister with them
Mass Incarceration Impacts All of Us
An Unfair System
Mass Incarceration disproportionately impacts the poor and minority populations of people
It is Ineffective
2 out of every 3 people released from prison will commit another crime.
Get Support / Get Involved
Relation to Other Societal Issues
Become a Pen Pal
Share God's love with someone experiencing isolation in jail/prison through the Mary, Mother of Captives prison ministry. You may be their only contact with the outside.
Fellowship/Faith Sharing (Philadelphia Only)
Join those impacted by Mass Incarceration, Prison Ministers, and others who care in weekly fellowship and faith sharing.
It is Ineffective
2 out of every 3 people released from prison will commit another crime.