Author Archives: Vernon Myers

Thanks, Doug, For Wanting to Go Back to Prison

Wow! As I think back, it was almost 35 years ago, as a young pastor, that I received a strange request from a young man in our congregation – “Pastor, I would like to go back to Chester County Prison.” … Continue reading

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Winter 2012 Chairman’s Article

At our most recent board meeting I was listening to both Lil and Peter talk about what they do at Chester County Prison every day-the people they talk with about significant issues of life. I heard them use a phrase … Continue reading

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So What Happens when Someone Is Released from Prison?

We thank God for the privilege of being involved in ministry to the folks who are at Chester County Prison. It was in 1978 when Doug Burnette, a parishioner of mine, asked me if it would be possible for him … Continue reading

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Spring 2012 Chairman’s Article

You are invited …………. to attend our spring banquet at Mt. Vernon Mennonite Church on April 13. Come enjoy the fellowship at 6:00 so we can begin dinner promptly at 6:30. To reserve a seat please call Jim and Rozie … Continue reading

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