No one could have prepared me for the talent that resides at CRCI. My first session was filled with testimony shared in small reflection groups. With the MACG model in place, PHOENIX provided a forum for storytelling, which in turn offered respect to the contributor and shared insights for the others' listening. I have always been an advocate of “active listening,” and here the setting was conducive to common themes of stresses in our lives whether incarcerated or not. I felt very fortunate to have been a part of the PHOENIX process. I am eager to continue my PHOENIX relationship with the men both waiting and soon to be released. Thank you.

Larry Ullman, Leader
St. Andrew Catholic Church