We all know the justice system is broken, but how can we help people recover and not re-offend? At Genesis One, we have developed an innovative program to bring transformative change to prisons across Oklahoma. But it doesn't stop when offenders leave prison! We provide monthly potlucks that serve as an avenue of encouragement and accountability for people rebuilding their lives.
The offender has to commit themselves to making a change; to turn to Jesus Christ, allowing his holy spirit to come in and change their heart. Genesis One in-prison accountability groups help the offenders grow their Faith In Christ and develop new positive habits and attitudes. and provide as-needed systems and support for their successful transformations to ultimate freedom. We need partners to help facilitate these programs and ongoing life changes.
Ultimately, people will leave prison every day. Whether or not they go with the skills and support to succeed outside prison is up to us. Will you be a part of the solution in the lives of Oklahoma offenders?
Our founder
In March 1990, John Easley and his wife founded Trails End Corporation, dba Genesis One, a 501c(3) entity. At church one day, John spoke to an offender struggling to find a job after getting out of prison. As he mentored and coached this young man, John saw firsthand how difficult it is for offenders to reenter society, even those who had legitimate life changes as a result of their time in prison. So, John did something about it! He created a grant program that helped get law-abiding offenders to work. Then, he made the Genesis One Network program to aid more offenders in becoming upstanding members of society.
John handed the reins to a passionate executive team that is passionate about continuing the work of Genesis One. What we do looks a little different now, but the core is the same. We believe in second chances, we believe in strengthening individuals, and we believe in reuniting families. We aim to help offenders maintain a healthy, productive, and spiritually rewarding life upon re-entry into society.
How to get involved
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Once you begin serving in your unique way, you will witness a magnificent life change firsthand.