Daily Light on the Prisoner's Path

J. R. Woodgates graduated from Northwestern University in 1975 with a degree in broadcast journalism, then enjoyed a long radio career, internationally for 27 years at the Voice of America, locally in Washington, DC for 13 years at WETA part-time. In 2006-7, he experienced nine months as a federal prison inmate, having pled guilty to a single charge of child pornography possession. The formal process of church discipline and restoration Woodgates went through, coupled with the surprising depth of Christian fellowship he enjoyed behind bars, were life-changing. Now, as an advocate for restorative justice, he wants prisoners everywhere to learn about and experience the relief, restoration and empowerment they can enjoy as repentant, forgiven, and blessed sons of the Father. Until 2009, Woodgates was a lifelong Episcopalian (a "preacher's kid"). Today, he is a founding member of the Anglican Church in North America.

This devotional is a treasure. I wish it had been available to me during my time in prison. Your book inspired, consoles, and helps focus the reader on his relationship with God. To a prisoner it will be a lifeline. Prisons are very dark places; the Devil owns the corridors. However, your book will shine brightly and give hope to prisoners.
-Pat Nolan,
Director, Center for Criminal Justice Reform, Washington, DC, former Vice President Prison Fellowship and Justice Fellowship