Life After Prison
In 1986, Murphy began visiting prisons and jails all over the U.S. as a part of his prison ministry. He was hired by Bill Glass Champions for Life in 1986. Murphy has also been a featured speaker for Kairos, Coalition of Prison Evangelists, International Network of Prison Ministries, Time for Freedom, and Good News Jail & Prison Ministry. After visiting over 1,200 prisons, and recognizing the change apparent in Murphy's life, the Florida Parole Board terminated his "lifetime parole" in 2000.
Murphy was the keynote speaker in Jerusalem during the 1st World Conference on Crime Prevention and Rehabilitation through Religion. He is a frequent guest on Christian television and radio programs. Murphy has also appeared on CNN's Larry King Live.
In 1997, Murphy was inducted into the Surfing Legends Hall of Fame for his lifetime achievement and contribution to the sport.
As of August 2011, Murphy had been serving as a Vice-President of International Network of Prison Ministries, visiting prisons, jails, and youth detention facilities all over the world. Murphy wrote a book about his experience and testimony entitled Jewels for the Journey.
Jack Roland Murphy lives in Crystal River, Florida, with his wife, Kitten, and grandchildren.
Murphy has been featured in the following films:
- Murph the Surf (1975)
- Great Crimes and Trials of the Twentieth Century (1992)
- Do's and Don'ts of Prison Ministry (2008)
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“The ultimate umpire of all things in life is—Fact.”
—Agnes C. Laut (1871–1936)
“Oh who is that young sinner with the handcuffs on his wrists?
And what has he been after that they groan and shake their fists?
And wherefore is he wearing such a conscience-stricken air?
Oh they’re taking him to prison for the colour of his hair.”
—A.E. (Alfred Edward)