The Book of John
This Media Toolkit is an evolving collection of professionally-designed multimedia resources to equip you as you invite your friends, family, and communities to join in the study of John this Fall.
Welcome
Welcome to our info page! Since you’ve come this far, perhaps the Lord is stirring your heart to begin supporting prison ministry in prayer, leading you to serve in an existing class, or even calling you to work with a team to begin a new class. You are not alone! As a shepherding ministry, CBS provides support and leadership to come alongside you as you seek to discern the Lord’s calling on your life.
“To open blind eyes, to bring out prisoners from the dungeon and those who dwell in darkness from the prison” Is. 42:7, NASB
1.8 Million People Incarcerated
95% Will Be Released Into Society
67% Will Be Re-Arrested Within 3 Years
Bible Study Is Proven To Reduce Recidivism
FAQs
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Like all CBS classes, InPrison CBS includes an Opening, Individual Study, Core Group Discussion, Prayer, and a Central Idea Teaching. We use the same CBS lessons as outside classes, in a slightly different format.
The facility will train you on an entry procedure, which includes your assigned badge, a metal detector and a guarded escort to the class location for a specific amount of time. It may feel intimidating to enter prisons, but they are extremely safe for volunteers.
Instead of volunteering for a role, it is the Lord who calls us into various roles, including leadership in CBS. Click on “View all FAQ’s” to see more on this question and a description of the CBS process of discernment.
How does CBS inside a prison work?
Like all CBS classes, InPrison CBS includes an Opening, Individual Study, Core Group Discussion, Prayer, and a Central Idea Teaching. We use the same CBS lessons as outside classes, in a slightly different format.
Will I be safe going into a prison?
The facility will train you on an entry procedure, which includes your assigned badge, a metal detector and a guarded escort to the class location for a specific amount of time. It may feel intimidating to enter prisons, but they are extremely safe for volunteers.
I would like to serve in an InPrison & Beyond class. How do I get started?
Instead of volunteering for a role, it is the Lord who calls us into various roles, including leadership in CBS. Click on “View all FAQ’s” to see more on this question and a description of the CBS process of discernment.
Contact
Not sure if this is a fit for you but still curious? We’re happy to talk with you as you pray about possible involvement in InPrison & Beyond.
Please contact us:
- If you are connected to a CBS class, reach out to your direct CBS shepherd or your class leadership.
- Email our Support Team at .
- Support Team members: Ken and Karyn Jarrell, Nancy Appleton, and Dannie Machemehl.
