Prison Ministry India celebrates ‘PRISON SUNDAY’ every second Sunday in August, the feast being that of our patron St. Maximillan Kolbe. Prison Sunday is recognised by CBCI since the year 2000 and its Goa unit has been functioning under Caritas since 1977 with the Late Sr. Mary Jane S.F.N as its first Co-ordinator.
The support received from the Archdiocese of Goa and especially the patronage of His Eminence Archbishop Filipe Neri Cardinal Ferrao, as well as benefactors has enabled us to reach out to over 650 odd prisoners at Modern Central Jail, Colvale.
Our volunteers visit weekly and conduct various programs for the inmates, besides helping in their education. We organise music and painting classes, etc. besides, teaching the female inmates knitting, crochet, etc.
All our efforts are directed towards the Reformation, Release and Rehabilitation. Every year after Prison Ministry Sunday we organize our Begging collection as it is an important principle of Our Ministry.
All funds received are utilized for the benefit of inmates in providing them with music instruments, materials and improving the much needed infrastructure. Surety is offered in case of needy inmates released on Parole/ Furlough. Financial legal aid is also provided.
The process of linking parishes with Colvale Jail is going on with a view to create awareness and reduce crime. Moreover, the Parishes could also have an opportunity to get involved in this Ministry of the Church by helping inmates in their various needs.