• St. Dysmas of South Dakota

    Hope, Compassion, and Grace Inside and Beyond Prison Walls

  • St. Dysmas Lutheran Church

    A Community of Faith Worshiping Inside the South Dakota State Prisons

  • St. Dysmas Re-Entry

    Hope Beyond Bars

At St. Dysmas of South Dakota, we walk alongside individuals impacted by incarceration.

We worship together, share fellowship, offer mentorship, and support their journey back into the community when the time comes. 

Every act of presence, prayer, and generosity brings hope and reminds those inside that they are not forgotten.

Inside the Walls

Bound by bars. Freed by God’s grace.

We all make mistakes, but God’s forgiveness is unwavering. At St. Dysmas, we proclaim mercy, foster fellowship, and support spiritual growth behind bars.

Outside the Walls

Hope beyond bars.

We accompany individuals returning to the community, connecting them with mentors, resources, and support as they rebuild their lives.

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