The Transitional Program of Coastal Jail Ministries
is now CHATHAM TRANSITIONAL MINISTRIES
Recommendations
Terry JohnsonSenior Minister Independent Presbyterian
Chatham Transitional Ministry (CTM) is among the most significant ministries taking place in our community today. The problem of recidivism, the revolving door at the jailhouse, has plagued the judicial system for decades. CTM addresses the two components at the heart of the problem: the spiritual and the vocational. Through Bible studies, church attendance, and social activities, the spiritual is tackled head on. Through unmatched job placement efforts, unparalleled vocational success has been achieved. Recidivism rates have plunged as a result of this ministry, to the benefit of the individuals involved and the Savannah community as a whole. I wholeheartedly urge the generous support of CTM.
R. LoveFormer Inmate I’ve been clean and sober since the day I went to jail, and now I have a relationship with my family. I have a wonderful new life. Boy, you talk about a future and a new hope; I praise God for saving me and turning my life around.
Ronald C. BerryLawyer, Savannah GA Years ago, I read a book titled More God, Less Crime. In a review of all recidivism studies in the United States, the author concluded that recidivism rates only drop when inmates are exposed to regular Christian programming while in jail, followed by at least two years of transition wherein Biblical instruction and employment are provided. This book became the origin of what is now Chatham Transitional Ministries. I can say with certainty there is no other program like it. As you can see, former inmates take control of their lives and participate in their families, jobs, and communities as contributors and leaders. I have been overwhelmed by God’s grace and power by, in, and through the victory Christ has to offer to all.