--- title: Blog | Returning Citizen description: Returning Citizen | Go Further Connect Blog --- [Skip to content](https://gofurtherconnect.com/blog/tag/returning-citizen#main-content) - [Starting Line](https://gofurtherconnect.com/starting-line) - [Resources](https://gofurtherconnect.com/resources) - [Jobs](https://gofurtherconnect.com/jobs) - [Media](https://gofurtherconnect.com/gofurther-media) - [News](https://gofurtherconnect.com/news-and-updates) - [Blog](https://gofurtherconnect.com/blog) - [Hotlines](https://gofurtherconnect.com/hotlines) - [About](https://gofurtherconnect.com/about) - [Reentry Church](https://gofurtherconnect.com/reentry-church) ![hamburger-menu-icon-png-9](https://gofurtherconnect.com/hs-fs/hubfs/hamburger-menu-icon-png-9.jpg?width=50&height=50&name=hamburger-menu-icon-png-9.jpg "hamburger-menu-icon-png-9") [![Go Further Connect Landscape Vector copy-white](https://gofurtherconnect.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Go%20Further%20Connect%20Landscape%20Vector%20copy-white.png?width=200&height=82&name=Go%20Further%20Connect%20Landscape%20Vector%20copy-white.png) ](https://gofurtherconnect.com/) - [Starting Line](https://gofurtherconnect.com/starting-line) - [Resources](https://gofurtherconnect.com/resources) - [Jobs](https://gofurtherconnect.com/jobs) - [Media](https://gofurtherconnect.com/gofurther-media) - [News](https://gofurtherconnect.com/news-and-updates) - [Blog](https://gofurtherconnect.com/blog) - [Hotlines](https://gofurtherconnect.com/hotlines) - [About](https://gofurtherconnect.com/about) - [Reentry Church](https://gofurtherconnect.com/reentry-church) - [Starting Line](https://gofurtherconnect.com/starting-line) - [Resources](https://gofurtherconnect.com/resources) - [Jobs](https://gofurtherconnect.com/jobs) - [Media](https://gofurtherconnect.com/gofurther-media) - [News](https://gofurtherconnect.com/news-and-updates) - [Blog](https://gofurtherconnect.com/blog) - [Hotlines](https://gofurtherconnect.com/hotlines) - [About](https://gofurtherconnect.com/about) - [Reentry Church](https://gofurtherconnect.com/reentry-church) # Blog Explore the latest insights and inspiration on Go Further Connect Blog. Unlock a world of innovation, networking, and growth opportunities in every post.. ## Posts about Returning Citizen: [![](https://gofurtherconnect.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Ronson%20Griffin%20(article%20tile).png?width=365&name=Ronson%20Griffin%20(article%20tile).png) ](https://gofurtherconnect.com/blog/from-rock-bottom-to-rock-solid-how-the-gfr-program-saved-my-life) ## [From Rock Bottom to Rock Solid: How the GFR Program Saved My Life](https://gofurtherconnect.com/blog/from-rock-bottom-to-rock-solid-how-the-gfr-program-saved-my-life)  My name is Ronson Griffin, and I want to share my story about how the Go Further Release (GFR)... [Read More](https://gofurtherconnect.com/blog/from-rock-bottom-to-rock-solid-how-the-gfr-program-saved-my-life) [![](https://gofurtherconnect.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Taysean%20Rowland%20(GFR).png?width=365&name=Taysean%20Rowland%20(GFR).png) ](https://gofurtherconnect.com/blog/the-first-breath-of-fresh-air-my-journey-back-to-the-world) ## [The First Breath of Fresh Air: My Journey Back to the World](https://gofurtherconnect.com/blog/the-first-breath-of-fresh-air-my-journey-back-to-the-world)  My name is Taysean Rowland, and on September 6, 2024, I took my first steps as a free man after... [Read More](https://gofurtherconnect.com/blog/the-first-breath-of-fresh-air-my-journey-back-to-the-world) [![](https://gofurtherconnect.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Rebuilding%20-%20James%20(GFR).png?width=365&name=Rebuilding%20-%20James%20(GFR).png) ](https://gofurtherconnect.com/blog/rebuilding-my-life-a-story-of-hope-and-healing) ## [Rebuilding My Life: A Story of Hope and Healing](https://gofurtherconnect.com/blog/rebuilding-my-life-a-story-of-hope-and-healing) My six months in the GFR program at Vital Signs Ministries was, to put it mildly, an eye-opening... [Read More](https://gofurtherconnect.com/blog/rebuilding-my-life-a-story-of-hope-and-healing) [![](https://gofurtherconnect.com/hs-fs/hubfs/coaching%20(GFR)-1.png?width=365&name=coaching%20(GFR)-1.png) ](https://gofurtherconnect.com/blog/finding-my-way-back-the-power-of-support) ## [Finding my way back: the power of support](https://gofurtherconnect.com/blog/finding-my-way-back-the-power-of-support) My journey hasn’t been easy. Coming out of prison and trying to rebuild my life has been one of... [Read More](https://gofurtherconnect.com/blog/finding-my-way-back-the-power-of-support) [![](https://gofurtherconnect.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Deep%20Heart%20Christmas%20Header.png?width=365&name=Deep%20Heart%20Christmas%20Header.png) ](https://gofurtherconnect.com/blog/deep-heart-christmas-special) ## [Deep Heart Christmas Special](https://gofurtherconnect.com/blog/deep-heart-christmas-special) **From the Go Further Connect editors:** *Through their world tours spanning over 15 years to over 400...* [Read More](https://gofurtherconnect.com/blog/deep-heart-christmas-special) [![](https://gofurtherconnect.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Lesson%2012%20-%20The%20Close-Out%20(handcuffs%20on%20ground).jpeg?width=365&name=Lesson%2012%20-%20The%20Close-Out%20(handcuffs%20on%20ground).jpeg) ](https://gofurtherconnect.com/blog/a-hand-up-not-a-handout-finding-my-way-with-go-further-release) ## [A Hand Up, Not a Handout: Finding My Way with Go Further Release](https://gofurtherconnect.com/blog/a-hand-up-not-a-handout-finding-my-way-with-go-further-release) My name is Osha, and I recently got out. Getting out of prison isn't like flipping a switch. You... [Read More](https://gofurtherconnect.com/blog/a-hand-up-not-a-handout-finding-my-way-with-go-further-release) [![](https://gofurtherconnect.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Trousdale%20REBOOT%20(blog).png?width=365&name=Trousdale%20REBOOT%20(blog).png) ](https://gofurtherconnect.com/blog/rebuilding-lives-behind-bars-reboots-mission-with-inmates) ## [Rebuilding Lives Behind Bars: REBOOT's Mission with Inmates](https://gofurtherconnect.com/blog/rebuilding-lives-behind-bars-reboots-mission-with-inmates) When most people hear “inmate” or “prisoner,” certain assumptions and stigmas often rise up... [Read More](https://gofurtherconnect.com/blog/rebuilding-lives-behind-bars-reboots-mission-with-inmates) [![](https://gofurtherconnect.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Online%20Coaching%20(blog).png?width=365&name=Online%20Coaching%20(blog).png) ](https://gofurtherconnect.com/blog/from-struggle-to-success-one-mans-journey-of-transformation) ## [From Struggle to Success: One Man’s Journey of Transformation](https://gofurtherconnect.com/blog/from-struggle-to-success-one-mans-journey-of-transformation) My name is Michael Charles, and I recently completed a reentry coaching program that has... [Read More](https://gofurtherconnect.com/blog/from-struggle-to-success-one-mans-journey-of-transformation) [![](https://gofurtherconnect.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Family%20sunset%20(from%20wikipedia).png?width=365&name=Family%20sunset%20(from%20wikipedia).png) ](https://gofurtherconnect.com/blog/a-personal-testimony-0-1) ## [How Can Family Environment Affect Reentry?](https://gofurtherconnect.com/blog/a-personal-testimony-0-1) Family environment can have a profound impact on the process of reentering society after being... [Read More](https://gofurtherconnect.com/blog/a-personal-testimony-0-1) [![](https://gofurtherconnect.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Family%20at%20Table.png?width=365&name=Family%20at%20Table.png) ](https://gofurtherconnect.com/blog/a-personal-testimony-0) ## [Ways Family Dynamics Influence an Individual’s Ability to Reintegrate](https://gofurtherconnect.com/blog/a-personal-testimony-0) Family dynamics play a crucial role in shaping an individual’s ability to reintegrate into society.... [Read More](https://gofurtherconnect.com/blog/a-personal-testimony-0) [![](https://gofurtherconnect.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Untitled-1%20copy-1.jpg?width=365&name=Untitled-1%20copy-1.jpg) ](https://gofurtherconnect.com/blog/a-personal-testimony) ## [A Personal Testimony](https://gofurtherconnect.com/blog/a-personal-testimony) My name is Christopher. I am 35 years old and I have recently been released after a 5-year prison... [Read More](https://gofurtherconnect.com/blog/a-personal-testimony) ##### Submit Your Blog Entries or Ideas Here ##### Subscribe to our Newsletter 5501 Virginia Way Suite 110 Brentwood, TN 37027 Copyright © 2025 | Powered by Brandlamb [ Privacy Policy | ](https://www.hubspot.com) [ Terms & Condition ](https://www.hubspot.com)