Advance Copy
Contents | 4 |
Introduction | 5 |
I. The Challenge | 6 |
The Great Disconnect | 6 |
II. The Path Forward and a New Paradigm | 9 |
The Minefield Of Desistance: Welcoming The Prodigal Back Home | 9 |
Thinking Differently: Paradigms Old And New | 12 |
III. MAKING IT PERSONAL | 19 |
Dan’s Story: “What Happened When I Got Out” | 19 |
IV. Eight Models for Reentry Ministry | 23 |
Introduction to the Models | 23 |
The Service Station Model | 24 |
The Recovery Fellowship Model | 27 |
The Coach/Mentor Connection Model | 30 |
The Peer-led Ministry Model | 34 |
The Jail to Congregation Model | 37 |
The Life-Changing Model | 40 |
The Whole Family Support Model | 43 |
The Mission Station Model | 46 |
V. NEXT STEPS | 49 |
Discerning a path forward and working with your congregation | 49 |
VI. APPENDICES: RESOURCES & FAQS | 51 |
An Overview of the Inside Out Network | 51 |
Summary Report of the Reentry Congregations Initiative Survey | 53 |
Guidelines: Sex Offenders in the Congregation | 66 |
Six Thinking Hats | 67 |
Links to Helpful Resources for Congregations and Familiesof Returning Citizens | 68 |
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