Area | Florida, Southeast |
Project | Martin Correctional Institution |
Project Address | |
Project Start Date | 2007, updated April 2020 |
Project End Date | Ongoing |
Association Contact | Bill Mattison, KM |
Contact Email | wcmjr@bellsouth.net |
Category | Prison Ministry |
Description |
Arrive once a week on Wednesdays, with other regular lay ministers around noon and meet in the chapel. Engage in one-on-one counseling with time for fellowship and camaraderie; all gathered then participate in a Catholic communion service or Mass based on priest availability. When priests are available, inmates are able to have their confessions heard by the priest. |
Activities Members Are Involved In |
Arrive and meet with the inmates in the chapel. Many times they request conversations to listen and help with their personal issues. At times, the group may watch a film or have a group discussion. Members assist with the worship service, invite readers, discuss the readings, then share a reflection with time for interactions among group participants. The Gospel is presented as the living word of God with encouragement to apply lessons in their own lives. |
Estimated Number of Members Involved | 2 |
Estimated Annual Hours of Service | 150 |
This is a Flagship Project in the Area | No |
Project-Order Relationship | Provide volunteer services only |
Organization Responsible for Project | Martin Correctional Center |