ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
I owe a huge debt of gratitude to the board members, staff, in- terns, and volunteers of the Inside Out Network for their encour- agement and support over the years. To a generous anonymous supporter who imaginatively helped me revive the idea for this guide and generously funded the work. To Jon Marino, who brought his technical savvy and deep compassion to our Reentry Congregations Initiative survey. To the congregational leaders from 66 congregations across the country for their willingness to take the time to share their successes, failures, insights, and dreams with us. To the dozen faithful readers of an earlier draft of this guide for their careful corrections and helpful suggestions. To Thor Uremovich, our graphic designer, who unfailingly makes our work so inviting and attractive. And finally, to my wife, Carol Breimeier, who has been my faithful and insightful conversation partner, survey coordinator, wise editor, encourager-in-chief, and best friend. None of this would have been possible without you.
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