Reducing Criminogenic Risk Factors : John Byrne Prison Fellowship

Reducing Criminogenic Risk Factors : John Byrne Prison Fellowship

Beyond the Bars

John Byrne is the Director of Curriculum Development and Implementation for Prison Fellowship Ministries. He has 25 years of experience working in the area of in-prison programming and prison reentry. For 14 years, he was the Director of Prison...

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42:095 Jan 2018

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John Byrne on Transforming Lives After Prison: A Faith-Based Approach

If you can be part of one person's life inside and help them get out and not go back to that life to be able to connect with their family and kids and think how that's going to affect their kids and their kids, so it really is a place to kind of jump in and to stop the cycle and to interrupt it.

What happens when someone leaves prison and tries to rebuild their life? In this episode of 'Beyond the Bars', John Byrne, the Director of Curriculum Development and Implementation for Prison Fellowship Ministries, sheds light on this complex journey. With 25 years of experience in prison programming and reentry, John shares invaluable insights into reducing criminogenic risk factors and helping former inmates reintegrate into society. John's work emphasizes the positive impact of Christian programming on reducing recidivism and antisocial behavior.

He discusses the myriad challenges faced by those leaving prison, from finding employment to overcoming societal stigma. His passion for providing effective reentry programs is palpable as he talks about the transformative power of faith-based support. Listeners will gain a deeper understanding of the obstacles that hinder successful reintegration and how organizations like Prison Fellowship Ministries are making a difference. John also touches on the importance of having a support system that can offer objective guidance and encouragement.

If you're interested in learning about the role of faith in rehabilitation and how you can support individuals transitioning out of prison, this episode is a must-listen. Tune in to hear John's inspiring stories and practical advice for fostering change and hope.

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