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Foreword
As I read through "Effective Jail and Prison Ministry for the 21st Century", my initial thought was the magnitude of this project - that it contained the combined wisdom of men who, collectively, have over four centuries of prison ministry experience. That in itself makes it worth reading for anyone who feels a serious call from God on their life to minister to those in prison.
This book includes a diversity of thoughts from men from a number of denominational and theological backgrounds. This can be viewed as a plus or a minus, depending on one's view of denominationalism and the body of Christ. Without question, it does give the book content a broader view of ministry.
So my recommendation is to do what I have done. Enjoy the whole book, keeping in mind the diversity of the authors so not to stumble over small points of doctrine. Eat the meat and leave the bones - there is plenty on which to feast. Then use this manual to lift your vision and expound your outreach to today's fruitful criminal justice mission field!
The Rev. Frank Costantino,
President, Bridges of America, COPE
Rating:  [5 of 5 Stars!] |
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