We offer a Bible correspondence course designed to meet the needs of the incarcerated. In addition to the personal reward we receive from dealing directly with the inmates, there is the added benefit of involving many members of the congregation in the work. Preparing and grading the lessons, writing letters of encouragement, teaching in the jail, and assisting inmates upon their release has been a group effort at our congregation. It is a great joy that two of our faithful members were baptized in the jail almost three years ago. To expect a bountiful harvest in a prison ministry is unrealistic.
Teachable prisoners are few and far between, but they are out there.
About ten years ago, I was one. The message he brought changed my life forever. I will always be grateful to Frank Parker, who did not shrink from declaring the whole gospel. To find one soul that is searching for truth makes it worthwhile.