Churches asked to remember prisoners

We are nearing the end of the worldlwide Week of Prayer and Transformation (5/14-20) celebrated annualy by Prison Fellowship. For example, churches in the Cayman Islands were asked to pray for the men and women currently in prison, in that country and worldwide:

According to recent (worldwide) statistics, 67% of released prisoners will likely commit new crimes and return to prison within three years.

Pastor Alson Ebanks, Chairman of PFCI, said, “These people will one day be part of our community, so the support and encouragement they receive from the community is crucial.”

The Week of Prayer and Transformation aims to remind both the church and community of their vital roles in restoring prisoners so they are productive members of society.

This week, Prison Fellowship Cayman Islands will be joining with local churches and community members to highlight the opportunities to help all those affected by crime, including prisoners, prisoners’ families, ex-prisoners, corrections and criminal justice officials, prison chaplains and victims of crime.

“We are pleased that the Cayman Islands will be a part of this worldwide effort,” said Pastor Ebanks

Local churches being encouraged to remember prisoners, their families and all those affected by crime during their weekend worship services.

There are 15 local churches that work actively with PFCI, and many others that minister to the prisoners on a weekly basis. PFCI hopes this participation will increase during the Week of Prayer and Transformation.

(Cayman Net News)