Inmates involved in the program may have as little as 30 day to multiple life terms. Epiphany's music team teaches inmates many new praise songs that will be remembered long after the weekend retreat is over. Epiphany Ministries has completed three years of ministry at Western Youth Institution where it was first implemented. Now Epiphany has programs in place at all youth facilities in North Carolina. Epiphany accepts contributions from private individuals, so the state spends no money on these programs.
Inmates enroll voluntarily.
This is an interdenominational, ecumenical venture on the part of churches. Opportunities are given for the media to come and observe these events upon arrangement at Western Youth Institution. Western Youth Institution provides opportunities for several religious faith groups according to state and federal law. All rights reserved.