The faces behind bars struck my vision; some smiling, while others were pensive
and depressed. Immediately, I felt the need to walk with these souls who are
longing for love, care, freedom, healing, justice and peace. We must take time to
value the humanity of the prisoner who is a human being, created in the image
and likeness of God. Their situation of criminal behavior is secondary. The
prisoner is us. Yes, they have harmed their victims, communities and themselves.
Thus, the Prison Pastoral Care becomes more of a healing mission: Healing
memories, brokenness and wounded lives. Despite the difficulties involved, I have
come to love my mission in the prisons. May our Loving Father in Heaven
remember your kindness to the souls behind bars! < Manuel - PHILIPPINES >
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I am a devout Catholic. I love to study
my Faith. I love praying. Unfortunately,
in this prison, there is no opportunity
to practice the Faith or grow in its
knowledge. I would be so thankful for
a Catholic book of prayers, Please keep
me in your prayers as I will be praying
for you. < Jason – WA >
I would like to request a Rosary and
the instructions on how it is to be
prayed. I always just wore one, but it
was never taught to me how to pray
the Rosary. I would like to learn.
< Audrey - GA >
I am amazed at all your organization
does. I received the packet you sent
with the holy cards and my Decade
card. I have started my obligation
after my daily Rosary. I am honored
to belong to this Association.
< Donald – FL >
I have been in prison for 26 years and
now I am getting out in July. I am
scared to death on what awaits me.
So much has changed in the world
and I know the devil is waiting for me
to try and tempt me. I ask you to pray
for me that I will make the right
decisions, so that I can lead the kind
of life God wants for me.
< Gibson - FL >
Please accept this offering in honor
of Our Lady. I am your member. I love
your literature, publications and prayer
cards. I love your yearly calendar.
Please put me on your mailing list. I
love to make Our Lady known. Thank
you! < Patrick - TN >
I am a devoted Catholic in prison and
would really like to get some study
material and a Rosary. Due to my
recent transfer, all of my property was
misplaced. Bless you all!
< Cody - GA >