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- May 13
Art and Prison Life
“Art washes away from the soul the dust of everyday life.” —Pablo Picasso For some of the men on death row at Riverbend Maximum Security...
- May 1
Spring 2022 Update
It's springtime at Family Reconciliation Center. Here are a few updates on what's been happening at the beloved FRC Guest House this season.
- Feb 27
Spotlighting the Devastating Effects of Incarceration on Mothers
The fastest-growing segment of the prison population in the United States is women. It’s no surprise, then, that thousands of children...
- Feb 9
Fines, Fees, and the Price of Justice
Court fines, parole fees, surcharges, and other fees hit hardest on those in our society with the lowest income.
- Jan 28
When a Simple Phone Call is Another Hill to Climb
The average cost of a 15-minute call from a county jail in the U.S. is $5.74. We should change that.
- Aug 15, 2021
Summer Highlights from the Guest House
The Family Reconciliation Center's front and back yards are in tip-top condition, thanks to our volunteers, who pitched in for a thorough sp
- Apr 20, 2021
Family Reconciliation is booking guests!
In early April TDOC announced that visitation would (finally!) resume at all state facilities, which means Family Reconciliation is open...
- Mar 26, 2021
2020 Annual Report
2020 wasn't the year we thought we'd have, but it still bore fruit. Read Family Reconciliation Center's 2020 annual report.
- Nov 24, 2020
A Holiday Message from our Board Chair
When Family Reconciliation Center began the new year, we started with the same anticipation and hope that we always do: wonder at what...
- Aug 31, 2020
A Summer of Progress and Hope
Guest House News | August 2020 A Note from Judith and Grant The summer has continued to be quiet at the Guest House as we wait out ...
- Aug 19, 2020
FRC Featured in The Bitter Southerner
"The Family Reconciliation Center in Nashville, Tennessee, is not your typical Bed and Breakfast. With hot cups of coffee, throw...
- Jun 2, 2020
Statement from our Board of Directors
At Family Reconciliation, we are heartbroken by recent events: the death of George Floyd in police custody, the legacy of bigotry and...
- Apr 30, 2020
The Big Payback starts May 6—and we need you more than ever.
Middle Tennessee has endured a harrowing spring, and with the unfolding economic downturn, nonprofit organizations need their supporters...
- Apr 26, 2020
Family Reconciliation to remain closed through May
Dear FRC Community, We miss you! Family Reconciliation Center has been closed since mid-March, and we will remain closed through the...
- Apr 15, 2020
Guest House News: April 2020
An Update from the House Managers Due to the outbreak of COVID-19, March and April have been quiet at the Guest House. Family...
- Feb 25, 2020
Obituary for Nicholas Todd Sutton
Nicholas Todd Sutton was born on July 15, 1961 and went to be with our Lord Jesus Christ on February 20, 2020 in Nashville, TN. He was 58...
- Feb 1, 2020
2019 Annual Report
2019 was a remarkable year in our community: so much growth, so much celebration. Take an in-depth look at the last 12 months.
- Nov 19, 2019
Mary's Story
The first time we met Mary, she was peeking into our windows. She knew she looked silly, but with small children, you tend to be cautious.
- Nov 10, 2019
Family Reconciliation Wins $25k 'Impact Nashville' Award
We are thrilled and honored to share that Family Reconciliation Center is the recipient of the 2019 Women Impact Nashville Award for...