WASHINGTON, and CHICAGO -- Prison Fellowship International (PFI) and Bible League International (BLI) mark their long-standing partnership with a new agreement to distribute 620,000 Bibles over the next five years to prisoners in 20 countries.
Since 2019, this partnership has provided more than 570,000 Bibles to graduates of PFI’s in-prison program, The Prisoner’s Journey® (TPJ). The Bibles were supplied in 8 languages across more than 700 prison sites.
“God’s Word has the power to reach prisoners in their darkest moments with the light of Jesus Christ. Through this partnership, prisoners who come to know Jesus through our evidence-based, in-prison programs are equipped to grow in their faith through a Bible that they can understand and that speaks to their circumstances,” said Frank Lofaro, PFI Vice President, Global Impact.
BLI currently provides PFI with more than 70% of the Bibles needed for TPJ graduates, a commitment that grows annually. Each Bible includes 52 studies tailored to the unique challenges of incarcerated individuals, helping them understand Scripture in the context of their daily life.
“The Bible is not just a book; it is the living Word of God. Every prisoner who receives one has the opportunity to encounter hope, forgiveness and transformation. By partnering with Prison Fellowship International, we serve some of the most marginalized people in the world with the eternal truth of Scripture,” said Jonathan Adams, BLI Senior Vice President, Program Development.
The impact is already visible. Like Harrison in Kenya—a former Muslim who gave his life to Christ and a TPJ graduate—many find that the Bible they receive becomes a lifeline to sustain their spiritual journey after the programs end. “Now, I disciple others with the knowledge I’ve gained. I have peace of mind and a joy that only comes from knowing Christ,” Harrison said.
About The Prisoner’s Journey
The Prisoner’s Journey introduces prisoners to Jesus through an eight-week course and invites them to learn about who He is and what He wants for them. Program graduates receive a Bible, many of which are provided by Bible League International.
About Prison Fellowship International
Since 1979, Prison Fellowship International has helped prisoners experience transformation from the inside out through the power of the Gospel. Its mission is to transform the lives of prisoners, their families and victims through a global network of ministry partners.
About Bible League International
Founded in 1938, Bible League International serves under-resourced local churches around the world, providing Bibles, Scripture resources and training in local languages to transform lives through God’s Word.
