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Kairos of San Diego

PO Box 180592

Coronado, CA 92178-0592

"I needed clothes and you clothed me, I was sick and you looked after me, I was in prison and you came to visit me." Matthew 25:36

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Kairos Outside

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Kairos Outside is an ecumenical ministry for women who have been affected by the imprisonment of a loved one, where they can learn how to cope with the incarceration.

The Kairos Outside weekend is a Christian-based approach to healing for women with a loved one in prison but women of all faiths are welcome. Kairos Outside is specially designed to create a sacred and safe environment for these women, who often feel hopeless, isolated and alone.

The weekend is based on a series of talks by women who have an imprisoned loved one. The talks are interspersed with periods of sharing by the participants, many of whom are start to see that they are not alone in their experience, as well as structured periods of prayer and meditation.

Jo Chapman founded Kairos Outside. She and her husband Tom were regular volunteers at San Quentin Prison, leading Kairos Inside, a workshop in Christian faith for the male prisoners there. Chapman got the idea for Kairos Outside when the prison chaplain mentioned how much he thought that the families of prisoners needed a spiritual support community of their own.

In the last 10 years, over 1000 women have participated in Kairos Outside workshops, which now take place in 15 states and abroad.

Important Questions and Answers about Kairos Outside:

How long is the KAIROS OUTSIDE? The program starts on Friday night at 8:00 p.m. and continues until Sunday evening at 7:30 p.m.
How much does KAIROS OUTSIDE cost to attend? There is no cost to the participants. The funds are provided by local Christian communities.
Do I have to be a Christian to come on the weekend? No. All we ask is for a women to be open to discussion from a Christian perspective.
Where do I stay during the weekend? The weekend is held at a local retreat center. The facility provides everything except bedding and personal articles. Dress is casual and comfortable. Transportation can be provided.
What about child care during the weekend?

Child care can be provided upon request depending on individual needs.
How do I get on a weekend? Simply write or call to obtain information on the next available weekend. KAIROS OUTSIDE is held in the Spring and the Fall each year.

KAIROS OUTSIDE of San Diego
P.O. BOX 15900
San Diego, CA 92175

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Purpose

KAIROS OUTSIDE is designed to support the wives and mothers of men who are incarcerated. This is done by providing a safe environment for a short time with Christian people and the opportunity to interact with women in similar situations. We believe that the wives and mothers of the incarcerated are "doing time" right along with their loved ones. We want to let them know that there is a Christian community who cares about them and their needs.

What Happens at a Kairos Outside Weekend?

The weekend is a series of talks by women sharing their life journey. Each participant has the opportunity to review the talk in small groups. However, sharing in the small group is voluntary. The program is interspersed with music, prayer, fun activites and general pampering. We expect the women in attendance to stay for the entire program. The weekend is Christian in nature, although no religious affiliation is necessary to attend.

Why should I give up a weekend visit with my husband to come to Kairos Outside?

The journey as a wife or mother of an inmate is difficult. Many of the peolpe in the outside world do not understand your position and may even reject you. This weekend is designed to give you support from women who are in the same situation and from other Christian people who care about you and the men inside.

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