PASTOR KRIS

Circle of J.O.Y. had Pastor Kris Schonewolf come and speak on April 13. She leads the Oasis prison ministry for the Florida Conference of the United Methodist Church at Lowell Correctional Institution. It is the woman prison housing about 3,000 women.  

 She talked about the Oasis ministry that provides Bible studies, worship service, guitar lessons, mentoring counseling, Christian Movie nights, crochet ministry, literacy tutoring, financial literacy, art therapy and HOPE letter writing.  Lots of volunteer opportunities, but Ocala where the prison is located,  is a little far for us to go. Anyone, anywhere can participate in HOPE letter writing and make a significant impact on the life of an incarcerated woman. Mentors write letters of love, hope and encouragement.  You share the love of Christ.

At least 50 women attended, many members from other circles.

There was a lot of interest and many questions. A very informative program.

 If you would like to become involved in writing HOPE letters you can talk to Margarite Overs our units Social Action Coordinator or email pastorkrisLCI@comcast.net