Publications

An Introduction to Alpha for Prisons and Caring for Ex-Offenders
This introductory guide gives an overview of the international work of Alpha for Prisons and Caring for Ex-Offenders and suggests ways of getting involved.

Alpha for Prisons - Training Manual
This manual proves invaluable advice on setting up an Alpha course in a prison context. Includes sections on how to get started, how to encourage people onto an Alpha course, how to follow-up an Alpha course and how to fit an Alpha course into a prison regime.

Caring for Ex-offenders - a handbook for churches
Due to the Alpha course and other prison initiatives, many men and women whilst serving prison sentences, are changing and receiving a new life in Jesus Christ. This manual is designed to help those that would like to get involved in reintegrating these men and women into society once released. It covers pre-release steps, discipleship and support, working with sex offenders and receiving the men and women who have just left prison into your church.

The God Who Changes Lives - the story of Paul Cowley
As a young man, Paul Cowley ended up in prison and later, after a brief marriage, became estranged from his son, Clinton. In this video Paul tells the remarkable and moving story of how God changed his life and how, following prayer, he was reconciled with his son whom he had not seen for more than six years. This 20-minute video is designed to encourage men and women in prison to go on an Alpha course.

Breaking the Cycle of Crime - video
Following the amazing testimony of ex-offender 'Finny' and hearing from church leaders working in this ministry, this 15-minute video encourages churches to get involved in prison ministry and to make their church a place where ex-offenders are welcomed and supported.

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