Feast

FEAST is a faith-based prison ministry program providing support for current and formerly incarcerated people as they re-integrate into society.

How did this program start?
The FEAST program started out as a Bible study at the Community Correctional Center in Lincoln. This led to a few men attending worship with a sponsor starting around 2004. It has evolved into a ministry which includes worship, study, and a meal (and much more!) for both men and women who are currently and formerly incarcerated.  

What do those involved in FEAST do?
Volunteers include: 

1) Sponsors who help transport FEAST partners to and from OSLC. They offer guidance, community, and more during their time at OSLC.

2) Individuals and groups who lead a variety of classes and workshops, supporting partners in life-skill development via Bible studies, music, writing, discussions, community-building, and more

3) Small groups from OSLC and local congregations who provide lunch and fellowship with our FEAST partners and their families each Sunday

How does one benefit by being a FEAST sponsor or volunteer?

OSLC's Mission is: To Walk with Christ and Neighbor, Healing Brokenness Together. In walking and healing with Christ and our incarcerated neighbors:

• We strengthen our capacity to listen, be compassionate, and loving.

• Members of our congregation develop healthy, meaningful relationships with people who are often more experienced with disappointment and failure than God's grace.

• ALL volunteers. sponsors and FEAST partners learn and grow in faith through their participation in this important ministry.

Our congregation is welcoming to all. Go here for our Inclusivity Statement.

How can I help?
If you would like to volunteer or become a sponsor for FEAST, or if you would like to make a monetary donation, please contact Alissa Ries at 402-483-4126 or outreach.oslc@gmail.com. 

To help with preparing meals, contact Lindsey Engel at foodministry.oslc@gmail.com.

Followers of Christ

Followers of Christ leads worship (as part of a rotation of Protestant ministries), Bible Studies and small groups for populations at the Nebraska State Penitentiary, the Nebraska Correctional Center for Women, and the Reception and Treatment Center (including long term care and hospice), to help people who are incarcerated develop the unity and support of the Body of Christ during incarceration and plan to continue in it beyond.