This workshop introduces participants to gospel-centered justice, resources, and offers churches an opportunity to learn about the impact of Mass Incarceration on our neighbors through the lived experience of those who have been incarcerated.
COMMUNITY ADVOCACY
We are mobilizing the people of God to seek Gospel-centered justice in response to mass incarceration and it's collateral consequences on our neighbors. Our vision is to transform harmful narratives about incarceration through centering the voice and lived experience of testimonies, creating proximity to impacted community members, & building community collaboration through innovative partnerships.
”I have come to set at liberty those who are oppressed
Jesus Christ
Bringing People of Faith Together for Justice
Gospel-Centered Justice 101
Mass Incarceration Course
Testimony Ministries partnered with Fuller Theological Seminary to create course content that centers lived experience, examines the Church’s responses to Mass Incarceration, and equips churches for serving returning citizens.
Seeking Gospel-Centered Justice
#KeepSithyHome
As a young Cambodian refugee, Sithy grew up in poverty, then he was incarceration as youth. Despite being granted a sentence reduction, due to his great transformation, he still is being threatened with deportation. Advocate with us for Sithy by by signing his pardon application.
Seeking Gospel-Centered Justice
#LetJustinStay
Justin Chung is a Korean immigrant at risk for deportation to Korea. He immigrated to the United States at the age of 2, tried as an adult age of 16, and incarcerated with a life sentence. Now, God has set Justin free, but he is facing deportation. Use the link below to learn more about Justin and how to support.
Books for Gospel-Centered Justice
What Every Church Should Know!
This book is written by Dr. Linda Lee Smith Barkman and blends her 30 years of experience being incarcerated with her academic brilliance as a PhD scholar who studied at Fuller Theological Seminary. Must read for those involved with prison ministry.
The Power of God's Word!
This book is written by a currently incarcerated believer who has experienced a radical transformation by the power of the gospel. Learn about what God is doing behind the prison walls!
Our Joy Comes From The Lord!
This book is written by a husband and wife ministry team that met by God’s providence while Patrick was serving his 30th year of incarceration. Despite what the world said, they discovered the power of praising God in a hopeless world!
Believing that those who have been convicted of crimes by the court can be used by God to bless our community and advocating for them accordingly is Gospel Centered Justice.