{"id":1396,"date":"2025-02-02T18:56:54","date_gmt":"2025-02-02T18:56:54","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/paprisonchaplains.org\/?page_id=1396"},"modified":"2026-09-08T16:46:22","modified_gmt":"2026-09-08T20:46:22","slug":"annual-conference","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/paprisonchaplains.org\/?page_id=1396","title":{"rendered":"Annual Conference"},"content":{"rendered":"<style>.kb-row-layout-id1396_14090b-d4 > .kt-row-column-wrap{align-content:start;}:where(.kb-row-layout-id1396_14090b-d4 > .kt-row-column-wrap) > .wp-block-kadence-column{justify-content:start;}.kb-row-layout-id1396_14090b-d4 > .kt-row-column-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);max-width:var( --global-content-width, 1290px );padding-left:var(--global-content-edge-padding);padding-right:var(--global-content-edge-padding);padding-top:0px;padding-right:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-5xl, 10rem);padding-left:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 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.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading1396_bb5e0b-2a[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading1396_bb5e0b-2a\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<h2 class=\"kt-adv-heading1396_bb5e0b-2a wp-block-kadence-advancedheading has-theme-palette-9-color has-text-color\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading1396_bb5e0b-2a\">2026 Annual PPCA Conference<\/h2>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading1396_3d5d31-19, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading1396_3d5d31-19[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading1396_3d5d31-19\"]{text-align:center;font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading1396_3d5d31-19 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading1396_3d5d31-19[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading1396_3d5d31-19\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading1396_3d5d31-19 img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading1396_3d5d31-19[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading1396_3d5d31-19\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<p class=\"kt-adv-heading1396_3d5d31-19 has-sm-font-size wp-block-kadence-advancedheading has-theme-palette-8-color has-text-color\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading1396_3d5d31-19\">Thank you Everyone for a wonderful Conference &#8211; See you Next Year!<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<style>.kb-row-layout-id1408_454900-73 > .kt-row-column-wrap{align-content:start;}:where(.kb-row-layout-id1408_454900-73 > .kt-row-column-wrap) > .wp-block-kadence-column{justify-content:start;}.kb-row-layout-id1408_454900-73 > 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data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading1408_e14e8f-3a\">September 1-3, 2026  &#8211; Bongiorno Conference Center<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<style>.kadence-column1408_b65ef4-82 > .kt-inside-inner-col{padding-top:10px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.kadence-column1408_b65ef4-82 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column1408_b65ef4-82 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column1408_b65ef4-82 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column1408_b65ef4-82 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column1408_b65ef4-82 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column1408_b65ef4-82 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column1408_b65ef4-82{position:relative;}.kadence-column1408_b65ef4-82, .kt-inside-inner-col > .kadence-column1408_b65ef4-82:not(.specificity){margin-left:-50px;}@media all and 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Elections&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>9:00-10:00 a.m.    **Breakout (Pick your Group) &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>10:15-11:15 a.m.  **Breakout (Pick your Group)&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>11:15-12:00 p.m.  Business Meeting, Certificate, Close&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Session titles and times are subject to change.<br>* Indicates optional activity<br>** A deeper look into a specific presented faith group<br>&nbsp;*** For Banquet Only: Please note the need for a Kosher\/Halal meal when registering in advance.<br>*** *Keys will not be issued before 4:00 p.m. Please don\u2019t ask for the keys at the start of the 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class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">2026 Information <\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Serving Every Soul<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Chaplaincy Ministry and Minority Religions in Corrections<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This presentation examines the vital role of correctional chaplains in supporting and accommodating minority religious groups within prison environments. As correctional institutions become increasingly diverse, chaplains are called to minister beyond traditional faith boundaries while balancing institutional security, religious freedom, and ethical pastoral care. The presentation explores the beliefs, practices, and unique challenges faced by minority faith groups in corrections, including issues related to religious accommodation, sacred items, dietary requirements, worship opportunities, and volunteer support. Attention is also given to the legal and constitutional foundations that protect religious expression in correctional settings, as well as to the chaplain\u2019s role as both spiritual caregiver and institutional advisor. Drawing from practical correctional experience, the session highlights strategies for building respectful interfaith relationships, reducing religious misunderstanding, and fostering an environment of dignity and inclusion. Ultimately, the presentation emphasizes that effective chaplaincy requires a commitment to serving every individual with fairness, compassion, and professional integrity, regardless of faith tradition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Speakers Include<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Jamie Dana<\/strong> is a leading voice in the Heathen community and serves as the primary High Priest of Temple Gaia. With 30 years of dedicated practice, he has developed extensive expertise as a Gothi and Vitki within the Pagan faith tradition. His work focuses on helping Heathens and the broader Pagan community integrate ancient spiritual practices into modern life. Jamie emphasizes enduring values such as accountability, reputation, and integrity as guiding principles for contemporary living. Outside of his spiritual leadership, he is an avid outdoorsman who strengthens his connection to ancestral traditions through nature. As a devoted father, he seeks to model a life in which ancient faith, family, and modern fatherhood exist hand in hand.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Rabbi Vogel<\/strong> received an internationally grounded education, studying in Great Britain, Jerusalem, and New York, where he earned his Rabbinical Ordination from the Central Lubavitch Academy \u201cTomchei Temimim.\u201d In 1984, shortly after his ordination, he began leading High Holiday services at the Federal Prison Camp in Allenwood, Pennsylvania, launching a lifelong ministry to incarcerated Jewish men and women. Since founding the Aleph Institute \u2013 Northeast Region in Pittsburgh in 1991, he has worked extensively with federal, state, and local officials to support the religious needs of Jewish inmates and the humanitarian needs of their families. Recognized as an expert in prison ministry, Rabbi Vogel has testified before the Pennsylvania State Judiciary Committee and assisted Senator Arlen Specter\u2019s office in drafting federal legislation affecting Jewish inmates. In 2018, he was appointed by Judge Joy Flowers Conti to serve on Merit Selection Panels evaluating the reappointment of two U.S. Magistrate Judges for the Western District of Pennsylvania. Rabbi Vogel resides in Pittsburgh with his wife, Brachah Nechama, and their children.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Prof. Dr. Khaled Mohamed Aboelhassan Hassan<\/strong> is a distinguished scholar of Oriental Languages and Islamic Studies with extensive academic, pastoral, and administrative leadership. A specialist in Islamic Turkish literature and a fluent speaker of four languages. He earned both his Master\u2019s and Doctorate in Islamic Studies, focusing his research on Turkish literary traditions. His commitment to interdisciplinary leadership is reflected in his current pursuit of two additional Master\u2019s degrees in Human Resources and Health Services Administration at IUP USA. Dr. Hassan served as a university professor of Oriental Languages and Islamic History in Egypt from 1996 to 2008. 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