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Good News Jail and Prison Ministry

1000 South Boston Road
Danville, VA 24540

(434) 799-5130

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Contact Information

Main
(434) 799-5130
Toll-Free
(800) 220-2202

Who We Are

Good News Jail and Prison Ministry provides full-time Chaplains as Pastoral Care Givers to local correctional facilities, ministering to inmates, staff members, and family members. Contact the Senior Chaplain, David Abernathy at 434-799-5130 or email him at david.abernathy@goodnewsjail.org, if you are interested in volunteering.  Services include:

  • Encouraging and counseling inmates, staff, and officers
  • Establishing, coordinating, and overseeing programs of evangelism and discipleship
  • Recruit, train, and supervise volunteers
  • Perform ministerial functions when appropriate (weddings, funerals, etc.)
  • Serve as a liaison and facilitator between the pastoral community and the institution 

The Danville City Jail provides both educational and religious programs for the benefit of those incarcerated.  For more information, contact the Jail at 434-799-5130.

Who We Serve

Languages Spoken
English
Service Area(s)
Danville City

Cost & Payment Methods

Fee Structure
No Fee

Age Requirements
18 and over
Family
No
Other Eligibility Criteria
Anyone who love to encourage and counsel others.

Available 24/7
No

Intake Process
Visit the website for information. Call the office
Self Refer
Yes
Provider Refer
Yes
Intake Contact
David Abernathy
Intake Contact Email
info@goodnewsjail.org

Report Problems
Call the Agency