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R/6 Mentoring Program

What is R/6?

The R/6 Mentoring Program is an extension of the Kentucky Baptist Convention’s ongoing prison ministry. Its goal is to help ex-offenders become self sufficient upon release from prison.

Through personal relationships and church support, R/6 seeks to guide former offenders in discipline, discipleship and devotion. Mentors from support churches help accomplish this by providing prayer, counsel and accountability for these individuals.

Why R/6?

  • Many lack necessary care and support during the difficult transition.
  • The first 30-60 days after release are critical for establishing new patterns.
  • No assistance is given to ex-offenders through the state upon release.
  • Ex-offenders often do not have family or friends willing to help.
  • Released prisoners typically don’t have even the basic necessities to live.

What are the program’s goals?

There are six specific goals for the program:

  1. Release – mentoring begins prior to release from incarceration.
  2. Re-entering – counsel and assistance helps the former offender establish a new life.
  3. Re-adjustment – focus is placed on building family relationships and dealing with everyday issues.
  4. Relationships – a sense of belonging develops through involvement in small groups and church fellowships.
  5. Responsibility – mentors provide aid, but the individual must accept responsibility for his/her actions.
  6. Reward – the individual can now enjoy new relationships, a solid foundation, family, friends, and hope.

Who can help?

Churches of any size can make a difference by becoming a support church. Participating churches commit to an initial 12-week support period, and each church agrees to provide three mentors for each ex-offender.

R/6 screens all program applicants and selects only prisoners who are serious about life change. These individuals are then partnered with mentors who help them find:

  • Employment
  • A place to stay
  • Transportation
  • Food and clothing
  • Other basic essentials

Ex-offenders commit to attending church three times a week and regular meetings with their mentors. Emphasis is placed on taking personal responsibility for one’s choices.

Leadershiop

Coordinator: Gary King, program director, 4160 US Highway 27 South, Stanford, KY, 40484
Call: (606) 365-7123
E-mail: dom@lcbaky.org