Prisoners are all too often stereotyped and their voices are never being heard. We know their is an epidemic in the United States, of mental illnesses and addictions. Imprisonment is not the answer to rehabilitation. In addition, incarceration in most cases, contributes to the high rates of suicide we all know, is occurring in prisons in Massachusetts and around the country. We also know there is enormous lies, deception and corruption occurring in the world causing some to stumble. Have you ever wondered why someone never previously involved with the law would fail? Prisoners have no voice. But, WE, as Prisoner Advocates are the voices for all prisoners abused, deprived, provoked and misled.
God used many sinners for HIS PURPOSE. If God could forgive Moses, King David, the Apostle Paul, for their capital offenses,
we should be able to forgive others, whom we do not know. Consider giving them a voice and a second chance.
Many prisoners are considered illiterate and worthless to members of society. However, most first-time offenders, especially of a fatality, were educated, attending college and/or working meaningful jobs. In Massachusetts, there is a small portion, between twenty to twenty five incarcerated individuals who are serving life and life without parole sentences for a first-time offense, although a fatality, which occurred during a severe bout with depression. Or some other type of mental breakdown. Others, while suffering from a long-time addictions and in both cases, never received treatment for their mental health issues or addictions. These individuals should not be tossed away as though there is no hope for them. For with God, there is always hope and we should show compassion, understanding and mercy toward them, as God has shown Mercy toward us. We have all fallen short of the Glory of God.