The last decade has seen an upsurge in ex-offender reentry in the United States. Policymakers across the country have proposed that faith-based organizations can play an important role in assisting ex-offenders as they transition out of prison. However, the research on faith-based ex-offender programs is limited, and what exists provides inconclusive findings.

This thesis is a case study of one faith-based reentry program that operates in Delaware. The findings suggest that the strength of the program was due to four components: strong interpersonal relationships within the organization; a strong organizational structure; comprehensive service delivery; and that the program offered participants a new location, and a new life away from old neighborhoods and patterns of behavior. Those interviewed suggested that faith was important to this organization because: it inspires the staff; provides an opportunity for the participants to engage in deep examination of their lives; and brings people to the organization—who in turn provide resources and support to the organization. The author also found several challenges that the organization faced in their service delivery, and argues that while such programs are important, more systematic, state-level solutions are needed to effectively combat the problems of ex-offender reentry within Delaware.