More God, less crime : why faith matters and how it could matter more /

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In More God, Less Crime renowned criminologist Byron R. Johnson proves that religion can be a powerful antidote to crime. The book describes how faith communities, congregations, and faith-based organizations are essential in forming partnerships necessary to provide the human and spiritual capital...

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Bibliographic Details
Call Number:Libro Electrónico
Main Author: Johnson, Byron R.
Format: Electronic eBook
Language:Inglés
Published: West Conshohocken, Pa. : Templeton Press, 2011.
Subjects:
Christianity and justice.
Criminology > Religious aspects > Christianity.
Crime > Religious aspects > Christianity.
Crime prevention.
Church work with criminals.
Justice > Aspect religieux > Christianisme.
Criminologie > Aspect religieux > Christianisme.
Pastorale des criminels.
RELIGION > Christianity > General.
RELIGION > Christian Life > Social Issues.
Online Access:Texto completo
Table of Contents:
  • The last acceptable prejudice
  • Preachers partner with police to reduce gang violence : the Boston miracle
  • Children of prisoners : people of faith mentoring children of promise
  • The Center for Neighborhood Enterprise and the violence-free zone
  • A systematic review of the literature : 1944 to 2010
  • Can a faith-based prison reduce recidivism?
  • Can a faith-based prison rehabilitate inmates?
  • Jailhouse religion, spiritual transformation, and long-term change
  • Why religion matters
  • Prisoner reentry and aftercare
  • Not by faith alone : the need for intermediaries.

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