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Key Takeaways
- Evelyn Lemly, CEO of Kairos Prison Ministry International, discusses how faith, accountability, and ongoing relationships can support incarcerated people and those returning to their communities.
- Kairos marks 50 years of ministry in 2026, with volunteers providing faith-based support to people affected by incarceration.
- Peter Vazquez and Bob Savage examine New York bail reform, domestic violence, public safety, and the need to protect victims while discussing rehabilitation.
- The conversation considers how accountability, second chances, and community protection can remain part of the same discussion.
- Listeners who want to volunteer or support Kairos can learn more at https://kairosprisonministry.org/.
Today, Evelyn Lemly, Chief Executive Officer of Kairos Prison Ministry International, joins Peter Vazquez to explore accountability, faith, rehabilitation, and second chances. As Kairos marks 50 years of ministry, Lemly explains how volunteers support incarcerated people and how relationships can continue after release.
Before the interview, Peter and Bob Savage speak with listeners about New York bail reform, public safety, domestic violence, and what meaningful rehabilitation requires while keeping victims and community protection central.
Lemly shares a personal transformation story and describes opportunities to volunteer and support Kairos. Learn more: https://kairosprisonministry.org/.
Original broadcast: October 26, 2026. The Next Steps Show with Peter Vazquez on WYSL/WLEA. Putting People First.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Evelyn Lemly?
Evelyn Lemly is the Chief Executive Officer of Kairos Prison Ministry International. She joined Peter Vazquez on The Next Steps Show on October 26, 2026, to discuss faith, accountability, prison ministry, rehabilitation, and second chances.
What does Kairos Prison Ministry International do?
Kairos is a Christian prison ministry whose volunteers provide faith-based programs and ongoing support for incarcerated people, families, and others affected by incarceration.
What public-safety issues are discussed in this episode?
Peter Vazquez and Bob Savage discuss New York bail reform, domestic violence, victim protection, and how rehabilitation and accountability relate to community safety.
How can listeners learn about volunteering with Kairos?
Visit https://kairosprisonministry.org/ for information about Kairos programs and opportunities to volunteer or support its work.
Chief Executive Officer, Kairos Prison Ministry International
Evelyn Lemly is Chief Executive Officer of Kairos Prison Ministry International, a Christian ministry serving incarcerated people and their families. Kairos celebrates 50 years of ministry in 2026. Lemly joined The Next Steps Show with Peter Vazquez on October 26, 2026, to discuss faith, rehabilitation, accountability, prison ministry, and second chances.