Religious Programming

A Chaplain from Forgotten Man Ministries coordinates the religious programming services in the jail. He is assisted by volunteers; and inmates are provided access to religious services, religious materials, and religious counseling. 

Christian Services (Washtenaw County Prison Ministries Volunteers)

Christian Services is comprised of a multi-denominational group of Christian Volunteers who give their time to provide direct religious services to the inmate population. These men and women are allowed to provide Bible study, religious counseling, and weekend church services to inmates who desire to participate.

Catholic Services/Catechism (Washtenaw County Jail Catholic Volunteers)

Catholic Services is comprised of multiple Catholic volunteers who give their time to provide direct religious services to the inmate population. These men and women are allowed to provide Bible study, religious counseling, and weekend church services to inmates who desire to participate.

Islamic Services (Ann Arbor Muslim Community Volunteers)

Islamic Services provides Muslim inmates the opportunity to study and deepen their faith. Muslim volunteers from the local Ann Arbor area offer basic instruction in Islam to Muslim or non-Muslim inmates.

Inner Peace (Jail Volunteer)

This class helps participants find inner peace through Bible studies, meditation, song, and prayer by addressing a different morally based topic every week. Participants focus on developing a Christian base lifestyle that fosters a peaceful approach to their lives.

Duration / Frequency

  • 12 weeks
  • Once a week