Changing Lives through the Power of Redemption
Rooted in the truth of God’s Word, our staff and volunteers serve faithfully through Chaplaincy, Career and Life Development, and Compassionate Care.
Rooted in the truth of God’s Word, our staff and volunteers serve faithfully through in-prison discipleship, vocational training, and family outreach. We believe in the power of redemption, the importance of community, and the calling to love and serve as Christ did.
Mission Statement
Chicagoland Prison Outreach exists to show God’s love to offenders and their families by teaching the Gospel, providing educational programs and biblical mentoring, and
equipping them to live productive, godly lives.
Vision Statement
CPO envisions a world where offenders make a lifelong commitment to Christ and become leaders in their community and God’s kingdom.
Our Team

Corey Buchanan
Executive Director

Dan Swets
Director of Ministries

Nikki Nyhanna
Assistant to the Executive Director

Latricia Booker
Vocational Director

Dave Sherwood
Advancement Director

Joe Carlson
Chaplain

Noreen VanDeursen
Administrative Assistant

Ron Schaap
Job Developer
Join the Team
CPO is currently hiring for the positions listed below.
Data Entry Specialist
General Job Description: supporting the mission of Chicagoland Prison Outreach by collecting, managing, inputting, and analyzing data for our Vocational Training School.
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