Permission granted for detainee’s evangelical baptism with immersion at Pagliarelli prison in Palermo.

Last Updated: June 7, 2024

The article discusses the story of a former criminal, the son and grandson of Camorra bosses, who has embraced the evangelical Christian faith while in prison. He is set to be baptized through immersion, which is a practice of the evangelical church he has joined. Despite facing initial rejection from prison authorities, he eventually received approval to participate in the baptism ceremony. The article also highlights the legal aspect of religious freedom for inmates and the challenges the man faces due to being unable to access his disability pension without a bank account. His lawyer is working to expedite the process to ensure he receives the financial support he needs.