The problem is that the questions that we ask can lead to answers which don’t actually shine the light in the right places. It is not the capacity of our prisons which is too small, but, rather, our diminished ability to think long-term. But we also might find ourselves building stronger, kinder, and safer communities across our cities, towns, and villages. AdvertisementIn the mean time, within the Church, it is Prisons Week. For nearly 50 years, Prisons’ Week has encouraged prayer for prisoners and their families, victims of crime, their communities, and those working or volunteering in the criminal justice system.

Source: The Times October 05, 2023 10:34 UTC