 Open Circle: Providing relationships of integrity and faith for prisoners and ex-offenders
Jesus said, "I was in prison and you visited me." - Matthew 25:36
Crimes break relationships and put distance between the offender and the community. Prisons further this separation. When offenders are released after serving their term, they fear an unfamiliar and fearful community.
Since 1973 Open Circle volunteers have entered the cold world of steel doors and razor wire to show prisoners that they care and prisoners have responded through inviting these strangers into their lives.
By matching prisoners and visitors from the community, Open Circle seeks to rebuild relationships that have been broken in order to bring understanding and healing to both sides.
Employment Opportunity
We are seeking to fill the position of Open Circle Program Coordinator (full-time). See Full Job description. Application deadline: Friday, March 19, 2010. Please send letter of intent and resumé to Linda Enns, Human Resources (LindaEnns@mennonitecc.ca).
Beyond the Din - CD Launch
Five participants in MCC’s prisoner visitation program, Open Circle, have launched a CD of their original music. All proceeds from the sale of the CD will support Open Circle. Copies are available for purchase from the MCC Manitoba Office, CD Plus locations across Canada, McNally Robinson Grant Park, Yvette's Music Shop in Winnipeg and online at mccstore.org.
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