Spiritus Christi Prison Outreach, Inc.

10/13/2026

Save the Date! ROC the Day is Tuesday, December 1!

For over 45 years, Spiritus Christi Prison Outreach has walked alongside people returning home from incarceration in Rochester. This past year, 144 lives came through our doors, and of our active participants:

94% were stably housed

94% avoided justice system involvement

92% strengthened relationships with their children

Help us raise $1,000 on ROC the Day: roctheday.org/scporocorg

10/07/2026

Goggles on. Hammers up.

The women of Jennifer House visited a smash room and broke Isolation, Judgment, Shame, and Guilt into a hundred pieces.

Fun? Absolutely. But outings like this are a real part of our Women's Empowerment program. Healing happens in connection, in laughter, and in letting go of what's held you down.

Some things are meant to be smashed. 🔨

09/09/2026

We're so proud of you, Lisa Siracusa-Buscemi !
https://open.spotify.com/episode/0kF0u7SLSWq01y5iB6c9JK?si=446e26b3095c46a8

MISSED THE SHOW? YOU DIDN’T MISS THE STORIES!

This episode of What’s Up Rochester? is NOW AVAILABLE ON SPOTIFY, and it’s one you’ll want to hear.

Three guests. Three completely different journeys. Three powerful reminders of what makes our Rochester community so special.

We talk with Joseph “Joey” Johnson of Forte Studios about following a dream and creating a place where music, theater and creativity can thrive.

Lisa Buscemi, Director of Jennifer House, shares an incredible story of recovery, second chances and what can happen when someone is given the support and opportunity to rebuild their life.

And Tamara MacDuff joins us for a deeply personal conversation about her daughter, Emily Short, and A Night of Light — turning unimaginable loss into purpose, keeping Emily’s name alive and helping others through awareness, education and hope.

This is exactly why we created What’s Up Rochester? There are amazing people all around us with stories that deserve to be heard — and we want to give them a voice.

Put us on in the car, at work, while you’re cleaning the house, or wherever you listen to your favorite podcasts.

Search “What’s Up Rochester?” on Spotify and listen today.

And if you like what you hear, FOLLOW the show on Spotify so you never miss an episode!

Real people. Real stories. Rochester’s voice.
https://open.spotify.com/episode/0kF0u7SLSWq01y5iB6c9JK?si=oVMrH_dgQ8yXpjn20LYEBA

08/19/2026

We're ! Jennifer House is hiring a Housing Stability Case Manager. Please share!!!

https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=e5d0331ce36bc37b&from=shareddesktop_copy

Spiritus Christi Prison Outreach

07/17/2026

A perfect day at Seabreeze!

Our residents spent a day making memories with one another, and through our Family Reunification Program, many were joined by their children, babies, and partners.

Fun isn't just fun... it's good for mental health. Thrill rides, laughter, and shared experiences help reduce stress, build confidence, strengthen relationships, and remind us that joy is an important part of healing and recovery.

07/14/2026

Did you know? We have an Amazon Wishlist!
https://a.co/0cpRmYua

07/14/2026

So proud of our alumni, Jimmy, for speaking as 2026 Network Neighbor of the Year, and our colleague, Susan, for sitting on the panel entitled: "Beyond the Record: Supporting Housing's Role in Successful Reentry."

The Supportive Housing Network of New York

06/23/2026

https://www.scporoc.org/employment-1

06/18/2026

We're Hiring!

Spiritus Christi Prison Outreach is seeking its next Executive Director to build on a remarkable 46-year legacy.
This is a unique opportunity to lead a highly engaged team, shape strategic growth, and champion person-centered reentry services that change lives every day.

Please share!

Career OpportunitiesExecutive Director (Posted June 18, 2026)Ready to lead an organization where compassion, dignity, and personal transformation drive real impact? Spiritus Christi Prison Outreach is seeking its next Executive Director to build on a remarkable 46-year legacy, guiding a thriving org...

06/16/2026

Thank you to the William G. McGowan Fund for featuring SCPO and helping share our story!

It is not always easy to communicate the complexity of reentry, recovery, and homelessness, which makes opportunities like this especially meaningful. We're grateful for partners like the McGowan Fund who invest in this work and help elevate the stories of the people and communities behind it.

We're honored to be featured and thankful for your continued support!

https://williamgmcgowanfund.org/our-stories/human-services/45-years-and-still-on-task/](https://williamgmcgowanfund.org/our-stories/human-services/45-years-and-still-on-task/)

Taking skillful aim, a reentry program racks up a 93% success rate.