The Unity Seminar –Chaplaincy, Volunteers and the Faith Community

“Behold, how good and pleasant it is, for brothers to dwell together in unity!” Psalm 133:1

The Prison Chaplaincy Service and Prison Fellowship New Zealand and Alpha in Prisons have combined and presented a seminar on prison ministry for the church leaders, chaplains, and church volunteers. It explored the changing roles of chaplains and prison volunteers, and our plan to unite in purpose to more effectively serve the Kingdom of God through prison ministry.

We also shared some of the 'leading edge' approaches to prison ministry, examining effective practice in the areas of relational ministry, worship, bible studies, programs, and much more.

This was the most significant Prison Volunteer's Seminar in a decade.
Speakers Included:

• Ron Nikkel, President, Prison Fellowship International

• Baroness Vivien Stern, Convener of the Scottish Consortium on Crime and Justice

• Steve Apirana, Musician and Evangelist

• Russell Underwood, National Adviser, Volunteers, Department of Corrections

• David Major, National Director, Prison Chaplaincy Service, Aotearoa New Zealand

• Kim Workman, National Director, Prison Fellowship New Zealand

• John White, National Director, Alpha New Zealand

Evening Session:
Especially for volunteers - with Mick Duncan, Alongsiders Ministry