Carolina Prison Ministries – Letter Writing Guide
Purpose
Our letters exist to bring hope, encouragement, and the love of Jesus Christ to those impacted by incarceration.
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The Heart of Every Letter
Each letter should be:
– Encouraging
– Respectful
– Christ-centered
– Rooted in Scripture
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Suggested Themes You can write about:
– God’s love and forgiveness
– Hope and new beginnings
– Prayer and encouragement
– Trusting God in difficult seasons
– Identity in Christ
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Helpful Structure
1. Greeting (warm and personal)
2. Encouragement (life-giving words)
3. Scripture (1–2 verses)
4. Reflection (simple application)
5. Closing (prayer or blessing)
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Example Tone
“Just wanted to remind you that you are not forgotten. God sees you, knows you, and cares deeply for you…”
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What to Avoid
To maintain unity and clarity:
– Avoid doctrinal debates
– Avoid controversial or divisive topics
– Avoid presenting personal beliefs as official teaching
– Do not argue or correct
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Important Guidelines
– All letters represent Carolina Prison Ministries
– Keep messages simple, uplifting, and consistent
– When in doubt, focus on Jesus, hope, and encouragement
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Optional (Recommended for New Volunteers)
New volunteers may submit a sample letter for alignment and support before beginning.
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Final Thought
You may never see the impact of your letter…
…but God does.
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“Therefore encourage one another and build each other up.” — 1 Thessalonians 5:11