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‘I wasn’t religious at the time but it sparked off a meditation practice that helped me to stay sane…' Photo: Quaker Yvonne, courtesy The PPT

‘There’s something quite intimate about writing letters.’

To the letter: Chris Holt of the The Prison Phoenix Trust

‘There’s something quite intimate about writing letters.’

by Chris Holt 2nd June 2023

This year The Prison Phoenix Trust (The PPT), celebrates thirty-five years supporting the spiritual lives of people in prison. It was founded by volunteers and continues to be powered by them – including a significant number who are Quakers. At the heart of The PPT’s work is a deep trust in the power of silence.

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