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The Catholic Prison Ministries Coalition (CPMC) recognizes the value of community and collaboration in ministering to those affected by incarceration. To facilitate these important discussions CPMC hosts town halls for particular ministries regularly each month. 

These forums provide the space necassary for ministers to share resources, discuss best practices, and learn from each other’s experiences. The resources that are shared at each town hall are posted below. Do you have a particular resource you would like to share or a topic you would like discussed? Let us know.
 

Next Town Hall: May 19th, 2022

Heart to Heart empowers men and women to live increasingly free and fruitful lives through mindfulness practices, teaching Nonviolent Communication, yoga, meditation, the healing of trauma, decision-making, Conflict Resolution​ (MEDC) and more. They support learners, both within correctional institutions and in local communities, in developing the skills and awareness needed to thrive.
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Town Hall 1
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Art for Personal & Communal Healing

Kolbe House ministers will share the pathway for healing and insight through art. Sr. Angele Hinkey, DC will describe her one-on-one ministry in jail, Painting from the HeArt. Emily Cortina, Coordinator of Outreach and Formation, will present examples to encourage brainstorming of ways to engage the wider Catholic community in…
  • May 6, 2022 4:29 pm·
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    Prison Fellowship Angel Tree

    Join CPMC for a presentation about how parishes and communities can support families impacted by incarceration through Prison Fellowship’s Angel Tree program. Angel Tree strengthens relationships between incarcerated parents and their children through Christmas gifts on behalf of incarcerated parents, summer camps, and more. This Town Hall features speakers Heather…
    • April 29, 2022 5:17 pm·
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      Sharing Synodal Feedback

      Join CPMC for a follow-up discussion about submitting the information you gathered for the Synod on Synodality. Erica Cohen Moore (NACC) and Joe Cotton (Archdiocese of Seattle) will guide participants through the process of submitting information to the USCCB and to CPMC. Resources: PowerPoint Presentation CPMC Synod Blog Post: https://www.catholicprisonministries.org/blog/synod-on-synodality
      • April 21, 2022 10:16 pm·
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        Women in Prison

        Join CPMC for a conversation about the issues women face while incarcerated. Sr. Donna Liette of Precious Blood Ministry of Reconciliation, Latrice, and J discuss women’s unique needs during their experience of incarceration, both inside and outside the carceral system. For more information about the Precious Blood Ministry of Reconciliation, you can visit the…
        • April 8, 2022 6:58 am·
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          Town Hall 4
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          Re-Entry: The Francisco Homes

          This Town Hall explores The Francisco Homes program, which provides re-entry support and transitional housing services to formerly incarcerated individuals in South Los Angeles. This presentation will be led by Sr. Teresa Groth (Executive Director) and David Smith (Program Manager). Resource: The Francisco Homes website
          • March 20, 2022 12:15 am·
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            The Spirituality of Accompaniment

            In anticipation of Lent, join us for a conversation with Fr. Dustin Feddon (Joseph House) and Joe Cotton (Archdiocese of Seattle) about deepening a spirituality of accompaniment while ministering to those who are affected by incarceration.
            • February 21, 2022 9:14 am·
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              Synodal Listening Session for Re-Entry Ministers

              Join Erica Cohen Moore, Executive Director of the National Association of Catholic Chaplains, and Joe Cotton, Director of Pastoral Care & Outreach Ministries of the Archdiocese of Seattle, as they invite ministers to share their reflections on what they need in their ministry to those impacted by incarceration. You can…
              • January 21, 2022 3:03 pm·
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                Synodal Listening Session for Correctional Ministers

                Join Erica Cohen Moore, Executive Director of the National Association of Catholic Chaplains, and Joe Cotton, Director of Pastoral Care & Outreach Ministries of the Archdiocese of Seattle, as they invite ministers to share their reflections on what they need in their ministry to those impacted by incarceration. You can…
                • January 6, 2022 2:30 pm·
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                  Accompanying Former Gang Members

                  Join us for a discussion about work at the intersection of gangs, re-entry services, and women’s experiences in that space. We will be joined by two employees of Homeboy Industries: Natalie Venegas, a Case Manager, and Erin Gutierrez, a Licensed Social Worker.
                  • December 19, 2021 10:47 pm·
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                    Opening Wide Our Hearts: A Conversation on Racism

                    Join us for a discussion on the rippling effects of racism. Our guest speaker is Zuri Davis, a criminal justice reform activist and a former journalist. During her journalism career, she covered police misconduct, wrongful incarceration, the drug war, and the death penalty. She currently resides in Jacksonville, Florida.
                    • December 6, 2021 11:45 am·
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                      Juvenile Detention Mentoring: A Model for Campus Ministries

                      Learn about a mentor model that connects college students with juvenile detainees, an important encounter opportunity that transforms everyone involved.  Hear from former Seattle University students who experienced the model and can testify about its impact.  Learn what’s involved in establishing a similar model in your region!  
                      • December 2, 2021 11:57 am·
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                        Applying Restorative Justice: Practices of Encounter

                        Restorative justice is a philosophy or approach to harm that focuses on repairing relationships and is consistent with Catholic teaching. Restorative practices can be applied in various types of ministry to the incarcerated as well as individuals and communities harmed by crime. Join us as Caitlin Morneau (Director of Restorative…
                        • November 4, 2021 2:28 pm·
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                          Implementing Centering Prayer: A Follow-up Conversation

                          This Town Hall is a follow-up conversation to Holding Still. Join Ray Leonardini (Prison Contemplative Fellowship), Lawrence Hamilton, and Paul Deitering about the practicalities of implementing a Centering Prayer program in the facility where you volunteer or minister. You can visit Prison Contemplative Fellowship here. You can find a resource guide…
                          • October 28, 2021 3:09 pm·
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                            Human Trafficking & Incarceration

                            Join us for a conversation with the US Catholic Sisters Against Human Trafficking. Learn why many trafficked women are getting put behind bars for crimes they were forced to do. Hear how the prison system fosters trafficking inside its walls. Join a discussion on finding ways to work together to…
                            • September 8, 2021 1:30 pm·
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                              Immersion: A Point of Re-entry

                              Join us for a conversation with the Immersion program directors. This program serves returning citizens in need of critical supportive wrap-around services and provides access to SVdP resources available throughout the United States. Grounded in Catholic Social Teaching, the Immersion program works in systemic change initiatives to end poverty by…
                              • July 26, 2021 11:13 am·
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                                Restorative Justice Ministry (with Catholic Extension)

                                Join us for a conversation about Catholic Extension’s work in restorative justice ministry. Their program, in partnership with Loyola University of Chicago, provides training in theology and practical strategies for expanding or creating diocesan and parish-based Restorative Justice prison ministries in your area. Catholic Extension website: https://www.catholicextension.org/grant-information/strategic-initiatives/restorativejustice/ For any questions,…
                                • July 26, 2021 11:10 am·
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                                  Education & Re-Entry

                                  Each third Thursday of the month CPMC and the NACC will be hosting town halls for those doing re-entry ministry. The town halls are structured to share practices and resources on important topics for the unique needs for citizens being released from incarceration/detention. For any questions, please email: [email protected]
                                  • July 26, 2021 11:08 am·
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                                    Juvenile Detention Ministry

                                    On any given day, over 48,000 youth in the United States are confined in facilities away from home as a result of juvenile justice or criminal justice involvement. (Prison Policy Initiative) Come share resources, best practices, and lessons learned as we address the need to minister to juveniles experiencing incarceration.…
                                    • July 26, 2021 11:06 am·
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                                      Ministerial Trauma

                                      Each third Thursday of the month CPMC and the NACC will be hosting town halls for those doing re-entry ministry. The town halls are structured to share practices and resources on important topics for the unique needs for citizens Join us for a conversation with Sr. Ilaria Buonriposi, CMS and…
                                      • July 26, 2021 10:56 am·
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                                        Sharing Best Practices and Lessons Learned

                                        Each third Thursday of the month CPMC and the NACC will be hosting town halls for those doing re-entry ministry. The town halls are structured to share practices and resources on important topics for the unique needs for citizens being released from incarceration/detention. Shared resource: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1hLDHIdWH2P40nhI7axHjm8Zb1X8V5j-h/view For any questions, please…
                                        • July 26, 2021 10:52 am·
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                                          Y.E.S. (Youth Empowerment Services) – Catholic Charities – Santa Clarita County

                                          Each third Thursday of the month CPMC and the NACC will be hosting town halls for those doing re-entry ministry. The town halls are structured to share practices and resources on important topics for the unique needs for citizens being released from incarceration/detention. Learn more about Y.E.S.: https://www.catholiccharitiesscc.org/youth-empowerment-for-success-yes?locale=en For any…
                                          • July 26, 2021 9:52 am·
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                                            Community Partnership for Transition Solutions

                                            CPTS comprises a group of over 40 partners that work with justice involved individuals released from prison or jail that are transitioning to their families and community. CPTS has been partnering with community organizations for over sixteen years. These partners are federal, tribal, state, county, city, faith, non-profits, community based…
                                            • July 26, 2021 9:40 am·
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                                              Alternatives to Violence: Transform Conflict

                                              Join us for a conversation with the Alternatives to Violence Project. AVP-USA is an association of community, school and prison-based groups offering experiential workshops in personal growth, community development and creative conflict management. Founded in prison and developed from the real life experiences of prisoners, AVP encourages every person’s innate…
                                              • July 26, 2021 9:26 am·
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                                                A New Way of Life

                                                A New Way of Life is an organization that advances multi-dimensional solutions to the effects of incarceration. By providing housing and support for formerly incarcerated women for successful community reentry, family reunification, and individual healing. They work to restore the civil rights of formerly incarcerated people. As well as empower,…
                                                • May 27, 2021 1:09 am·
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