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Prison Ministry India Launches National Convention Focused on Rehabilitation in Varanasi

Prison Ministry India's national convention in Varanasi puts rehabilitation and reintegration at the centre — a challenge and calling for the wider Indian Church.

ChurchStacks · 1 min read · 18 October 2026

The news: Prison Ministry India recently opened its National Convention in Varanasi, with a focused agenda on prisoner rehabilitation and reintegration into society, according to Catholic Connect. The convention brought together ministry leaders committed to serving one of India's most overlooked and underserved communities — those behind bars and those returning from incarceration.

Why it matters for church leaders: Prison ministry sits at the intersection of compassion, justice, and discipleship — yet it remains one of the least resourced ministry areas in most Indian churches. This convention is a timely reminder that the Church's mission extends beyond Sunday mornings and into correctional facilities, where spiritual hunger is often profound and transformation stories are powerful.

The takeaway: Consider connecting your church with Prison Ministry India or a local prison chaplaincy to explore how your congregation can serve this forgotten community.

Source: Catholic Connect via Google News


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