HOW CAN I HELP?

People have been asking if there is anything they can do for the program as a church. Here are some suggestions for you to consider.

What in particular churches can offer: 

• Praying with and/or for ex-offenders.
• Acceptance, knowing “all have sinned and come short of the glory of God”.  Kind words of welcome and hearty handshakes go far to affirm a person’s worth.
• Assistance in finding employment.
• Help connect to support groups, such as Alcoholics Anonymous, Narcotics Anonymous, Gambling Anonymous, or others with accompaniment to meetings when permitted.
• Help address such needs as:
• a “Health Kit” -- towel, washcloth, toothbrush, toothpaste, shampoo, soap, deodorant, nail clippers, comb, three safety razors, six band aids, a roll of toilet paper.
• food for a week -- canned soups, crackers, canned meat, etc.
• bus passes or some kind of transportation to be used while job-hunting.
• clothes to wear while job hunting, and clothes for work.
• a telephone or address to use while job-hunting.
• a bedding kit -- two sheets, pillow, pillow case, blanket.
• a housekeeping kit -- with dish detergent, can opener, pan, two each of spoons, forks, table knives, plates, cups.
• assistance in finding housing until an independent lifestyle can be sustained.
• maintain a file of available social service resources.