WASHINGTON, April 21, 2012 /
Christian Newswire/ -- Today, Family Research Council pays tribute to Chuck Colson, founder of Prison Fellowship Ministries, Justice Fellowship and the Colson Center for Christian Worldview, upon his passing at the age of 80. In 2008, he was honored at the Values Voter Summit with the James C. Dobson Vision and Leadership Award.
Tony Perkins, President of Family Research Council had the following remarks on the passing of Chuck Colson.
"Chuck Colson touched the lives of so many after building one of the most transformative ministries of our time - Prison Fellowship Ministries. Rooted in one man's deliverance, Prison Fellowship now reaches incarcerated men and women in countries throughout the world with the gospel of Jesus Christ.
"Nearly four decades ago, he experienced a conversion that has multiplied God's grace to millions of people worldwide. He inspired tens of thousands of volunteers to heed the words of Jesus to visit Him in prison.
"I have long admired Chuck Colson, because of his commitment to showing both the truth and the love of Jesus Christ. By his example, he taught Christians how to fully integrate one's Christian faith with a role in the public realm.
"He never compartmentalized his faith. Chuck Colson challenged us to follow God's instruction to be salt and light in every place that we set our feet.
"My prayers go out to his wife Patty and his wonderful family. Chuck Colson finished the race of life strong, leaving a legacy that will continue to bring light to the darkened hearts of millions. Well done."
