SDECC Kairos Outside

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of San Diego

Kairos Outside is for women who have an incarcerated loved one. The Sunday schedule is similar to Emmaus. Members of the Emmaus community are urged to support as a team member, 24 hour prayer vigil, AGAPE (24 guests), or Sunday participation (especially for the closing).

Contact Marilyn Akers for more information.

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

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. The weekend proces will provide an opportunity to not only explore one's relationship with God, but to also experience a time of fun, music, great food and community.

We hope this experience will be strength for your journey.

What Happens At KAIROS OUTSIDE?

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.

Who Presents The Weekend?

The team members are active in the KAIROS Prison Ministry in vaious institutions throughout California. They come from many different Christian denominations and are committed to ministering to inmates and their families. Several of the team are wives and mothers of inmates. The team is made up of twenty-eight women, eight men (Cooks) and two clergy-women.

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.

What about child care during the weekend?

Child care can be provided upon request depending on individual needs.

Where do I stay during the weekend?

The weekend is held at a local retreat center. The facility provides everything except begging and personal articles. Dress is casual and comfortable. Transportation can be provided.

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.

What shall I tell my husband about the men on the team?

The men are present to prepare and serve the meals. They do not participate in the meeting room activities.

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.

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