Closing Ceremony Invitation

Kairos Prison Ministry Australia ABN 55 081 496 175 – A Company Limited by Guarantee South Australia State Council

INVITATION KAIROS CLOSING CEREMONY

The members of Kairos Prison Ministry Australia have much pleasure in inviting

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to attend the Closing Ceremony of Kairos Mobilong #xx

VISITS CENTRE, MOBILONG PRISON MAURICE ROAD, MURRAY BRIDGE

Friday, xxxxxxxxx Commencing at 5.30 pm and concluding around 7.30 pm

(you must assemble at the prison gatehouse between 4.45 pm and 5.15 pm)

BACKGROUND INFORMATION:

1 Kairos is a 3 /2 day Christian program aimed at changing the lives of prisoners, particularly those who have the greatest potential to lead or influence others within a prison. The program is designed to challenge each participant’s attitudes, and to encourage change, by focussing on the beliefs of prisoners – beliefs about themselves, others, the world and God. A Kairos program for about 24 prisoners at Mobilong Prison is being held from xxxxxxxxxx. The program concludes with a Closing Ceremony, at which there is an opportunity for the program participants to speak about what the Kairos program has meant to them. For our invited guests, the Closing Ceremony offers a privileged insight into the life-changing impact that the Kairos program can have.

If you wish to attend, it is essential to RSVP on the attached application form as soon as possible (as numbers attending are restricted), but in any event by xxxxxxxxxxxx. (Please return application forms to the person who invited you, or post to: Kairos Mobilong Closing Ceremony, PO Box 242, Highgate SA 5063).

Please ensure that you read the Security Guidelines for Visitors before completing the Closing Ceremony application form. Please also retain the Guidelines and re-read them before leaving to attend the Ceremony.

Kairos Prison Ministry Australia (KPMA) appreciates your interest in the ministry. Your financial support would also be most welcome. Each Kairos program currently costs KPMA in South Australia about $14,000. We rely on contributions by the Kairos team members and donations to cover this cost. Donations of $2 and above are tax deductible. Please send donations to: KPMA, PO Box 242, Highgate SA 5063. A receipt will be mailed to you. Kairos Prison Ministry Australia ABN 55 081 496 175 – A Company Limited by Guarantee South Australia State Council

KPMA, PO Box 242, HIGHGATE SA 5063 APPLICATION TO ATTEND KAIROS MOBILONG #16 CLOSING CEREMONY MOBILONG PRISON MAURICE ROAD, MURRAY BRIDGE

Friday, xxxxxxxx Commencing at 5.30 pm and concluding around 7.30 pm

Please complete and return this application to the person who invited you, or post it to: Kairos Mobilong Closing Ceremony, PO Box 242, Highgate SA 5063, to be received no later than Friday, xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx. Numbers attending the Closing Ceremony are, of necessity, restricted. We therefore urge you to forward the application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

Name (Mr Mrs Miss Ms Rev Dr)………………………………………………………...……..……………………… (Complete your name exactly as it appears on the photo ID that you will be presenting at the Closing Ceremony)

Address………………………………………………………………….…………Post Code …………….……

Phone (H) …………..……. (mob) ……..….…….…… email ……………………..……………..……………

Date of Birth ...…/……/……… Drivers Licence No. ……..…..…..… or Passport No. .…...………..……..

Please bring this ID with you to the Closing Ceremony. ID with a photograph such as a driver's licence or passport must be presented for inspection for entry to the prison. If you do not have photo ID, two other forms of ID are acceptable.

By whom invited? …xxxxxxxxxxx..….

I agree to abide by the Security Guidelines for Visitors (attached), to comply with all prison procedures / instructions (as displayed), particularly those concerning emergencies, health and safety, and to immediately follow all directions given by Department for Correctional Services personnel.

I declare that I do not have any family member residing in xxxxxxx Prison and that I am not on the visitor’s list of any prisoner in xxxxxxx Prison.

Signed ……………………………………….…..………… Date …………………………..

If lodged by the due date, please assume your application has been accepted, unless you are advised otherwise.

KPMA is committed to protecting the privacy and security of personal information provided by you to us. The personal information you provide in this form will be used by KPMA to:  Process your registration form, which may include establishing or updating your record information  Contact you in the event of cancellation  Contact you for possible involvement in KPMA activities  Contact you with information about the work of KPMA in SA or elsewhere. If you do not wish to receive such information please tick this box and return to: KPMA SA, PO Box 242, Highgate, SA 5063 and allow 2 weeks for processing. You have the right to access any Personal Information which KPMA holds about you, subject to the exceptions in the Privacy Act 1988 (Commonwealth). You may also request the correction of information that is inaccurate. Access and/or correction requests can be made to our Office Manager. For further information on KPMA’s Privacy Policy please call us on (02) 9987 2016 and request a copy to be posted directly to you. Kairos Prison Ministry Australia ABN 55 081 496 175 – A Company Limited by Guarantee South Australia State Council

KAIROS MOBILONG #xx CLOSING CEREMONY MOBILONG PRISON SECURITY GUIDELINES FOR VISITORS

The major concern of the staff at the prison is, naturally, security and safety. This applies to staff and visitors, as well as to prisoners. The following guidelines should be carefully read and must be adhered to by all visitors.

No person may attend the Closing Ceremony if he/she has any family member resident in Mobilong Prison or if he/she is on the visitor’s list of any prisoner in Mobilong Prison.

Please be at the Mobilong Prison gatehouse by no earlier than 4.45 pm and no later than 5.15 pm on Friday, xxxxxx. All visitors attending the Closing Ceremony are requested to line up at the gatehouse to enable names to be marked off the list of attendees, ID inspected and visitors signed in. Visitors will be scanned by metal detection equipment and then be escorted into the Visits Centre where the Closing Ceremony will be held. Those arriving late may be denied entry.

ID with a photograph such as a driver's licence or passport is required. Alternatively, two other forms of ID are acceptable. The name and address shown on your ID must be the same as the name and address entered on your application to attend the Closing Ceremony.

Handbags, wallets, money and mobile phones must not be taken inside the prison. Lockers are available at the gatehouse, but it is preferable to lock such items in your car. That is, you should bring into the prison only your ID and your car keys. Medication: If you have any medication you need to retain while in Mobilong Prison, please inform the prison staff prior to entering to make suitable arrangements.

You must abide by all prison procedures, and immediately follow all directions given by Department for Correctional Services personnel. We are their guests.

There are very strict rules regarding contraband being brought into the prison. Contraband has a very broad meaning in this context. There is a notice in the gatehouse with instructions. It is important to read this notice. The N.I.N.O. principle of “Nothing In, Nothing Out” must be strictly followed. Simply put, this means that you do not give anything to, or take anything from, any prisoner.

There may be opportunities to talk to some of the Kairos participants (and former Kairos participants) in the Visits Centre. Please do not agree to make a phone call, or pass on any message, or visit any friend or family member of a prisoner. Do not accept any mail to be posted. Do not make any promises of help of any kind, except by way of prayer. When speaking with prisoners, please do not divulge personal details, such as your full name or address, or where you worship, work, etc.

If appropriate, please relate any personal concerns or any requests from prisoners to a Prison Chaplain or a staff member. However, please do not make any promises that the Prison Chaplains can or will do a certain thing for the prisoner concerned. It may not be possible for them to do so. However, be sympathetic and compassionate, and mention that you will refer the matter to the Prison Chaplain or other appropriate person to follow up if possible.

Do not let the above comments unduly alarm or discomfort you. They are essential to enable Department for Correctional Services personnel to maintain security and to function smoothly with equity and fairness. Enjoy the time. It will be truly memorable and a blessing to all.

Thank you for your participation and support of the Kairos program. I look forward to seeing you at the Closing Ceremony.

Peace be with you, xxxxxxxx Leader, Kairos Mobilong #xx