A Pen Pal Program Update from Steve Hawkins
February 28, 2022The American Association's Pen Pal Program continues to grow by leaps and bounds. Read More
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American Association Prison Ministry News
The American Association's Pen Pal Program continues to grow by leaps and bounds. Read More
Order of Malta Bibles and Prayer Books Connect Inmates to Christ
February 28, 2022It’s the way people absorb the faith. Read More
Bringing the Word of God to Juveniles in Prison
January 31, 2022Ohio Area doctor hopes Order of Malta Bibles and Prayer Book Program will guide young lives at juvenile detention center. Read More
Missouri Area Helps Former Inmates Re-enter Society
January 31, 2022Local members assist the Criminal Justice Ministry (CJM), a non profit organization in St. Louis, with a variety of efforts. Read More
Pen Pal Program Update: Steve Hawkins, KM
December 22, 2021It only takes a few minutes a month to make a difference in the life of someone behind bars. Read More
A Bridge to Transformation
December 22, 2021Florida Deacon Hopes To Deliver Inspiration Along With Order of Malta Bibles Read More
Reaching Out to Women Inmates
December 22, 2021“You need a prayer life to get through this situation.” Read More
A Need To Constantly Learn and Share
November 12, 2021"Preparing, Guiding and Refreshing Prison Ministers", presented by Karen Clifford. Read More
Finding the Place God Wants Her To Be
October 28, 2021Hands-On Ministry in a Women’s Prison Read More
Update on Pen Pal Program From Steve Hawkins, KM
October 28, 2021While most institutions remain in lockdown due to COVID restrictions, letters continue to be a critical means of communicating. Read More
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