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Fla. Gets Nation's 1st Faith-Based Prison
"We've developed a cocoon, a place where they can practice their faith and not have the severe negative pressures and interactions that naturally take place in some of our institutions," said Correction Secretary James Crosby Jr.
Fla. Gets Nation's 1st Faith-Based Prison
Thu Dec 25, 3:46 AM ET
By BRENDAN FARRINGTON, Associated Press Writer
LAWTEY, Fla. - Nearly 800 inmates from 26 faiths attended the dedication ceremony of what Gov. Jeb Bush called the nation's first faith-based prison ? a facility focused on encouraging the spirituality of inmates of all faiths.
Along with regular prayer sessions, the Lawtey Correctional Institution will offer religious studies, choir practice, religious counseling and other spiritual activities seven days a week. Participation is voluntary and inmates are free to transfer out.
Thu Dec 25, 3:46 AM ET
By BRENDAN FARRINGTON, Associated Press Writer
LAWTEY, Fla. - Nearly 800 inmates from 26 faiths attended the dedication ceremony of what Gov. Jeb Bush called the nation's first faith-based prison ? a facility focused on encouraging the spirituality of inmates of all faiths.
Along with regular prayer sessions, the Lawtey Correctional Institution will offer religious studies, choir practice, religious counseling and other spiritual activities seven days a week. Participation is voluntary and inmates are free to transfer out.
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