Accompaniment of the Whole Person:
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Accompaniment of the Whole Person: A Psychosocial & Educational Approach

Join us for a presentation about how educational programs can accompany Catholic ministry. Kolbe House volunteer Mike McGillicuddy and Shining Light Program Developer Travis Bohn will share their insights and initiatives. Resources: Kolbe House Jail Ministry website Shining Light website Shining Light publication: The Loop Shining Light Video Materials

• May 11, 2022 6:45 pm·

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Violence, Incarceration, & Ministry

Join us for a presentation on interpersonal violence and how to address this issue in your ministry. Fr. David Kelly, Executive Director of the Precious Blood Ministry of Reconciliation (PBMR) in Chicago, is joined by PBMR staff members and returned citizens Fred Weatherspoon, Joseph Mapp, and Joe Montgomery in this…

• April 21, 2022 3:22 pm·

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Prayer & Sacred Story

Join us for this discussion of prayer and the concept of Sacred Story with Fr. Bill Watson, SJ. He will share about the book Mercy: A Sacred Story and his correspondence with Ritchie Roman (alias), a man who was incarcerated for 25 years for federal armed bank robbery. Fr. Watson will…

• March 10, 2022 2:59 pm·

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Human Trafficking

Listen to a conversation about how to recognize trafficking within prisons, within the newly released population, and how to discuss this topic with people in your ministry. Deborah Monroe, through her personal story and experience, will also guide you as to needs, next steps, and resources. Deborah Monroe is the…

• February 10, 2022 1:50 pm·

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Who Do You Say That I Am?

As people of faith we are called to center the margins, reaching out to and accompanying those who have been neglected or forgotten. Who Do You Say That I Am? is a guide for parishes, campus ministries, small faith communities, and organizations to reflect on the US carceral system and…

• January 13, 2022 2:15 pm·

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Accompanying Correctional Staff in Ministry

Sr. Van Baalen O.P., PhD, a Dominican Sister and retired Chief Chaplain of the Federal Bureau of Prisons (for 13 years with 28 years of Prison Ministry experience), joins Fr. George Williams, SJ, PhD, in a conversation about how to minister to and accompany correctional staff. Sister Van Baalen is,…

• December 8, 2021 3:33 pm·

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Ministering to First Nations Affected by Incarceration

Webinar on how to minister to our First Nations brothers and sisters impacted by incarceration. Our guest speakers are Fr. Michael Carson, Assistant Director for Native American Affairs at the USCCB, Fr. Christopher Kerstiens, OFM, Pastor & Prison Minister, and Titus Fragura – a Protective Services Specialist and member of…

• November 16, 2021 12:54 pm·

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Anti-Racism is a Pro-Life Issue

Join us for a conversation about how in order to be fully pro-life we must also combat issues such as racism. Andrew Lyke is a nationally renowned Catholic leader in the areas of Family Life Ministry, Anti-racism, Community Organizing, and Black Catholic Outreach. Andrew and his wife, Terri, are the…

• October 13, 2021 2:31 pm·

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Behavioral Health: How to Engage

Understanding behavioral health challenges is imperative for ministering to those affected by incarceration. Join us for a conversation with Fr. Ragan Schriver, PsyD, LAPSW to learn more about strategies and tools for ministering to those who struggle with behavioral health. If you have questions you would like addressed, send them…

• September 9, 2021 9:31 pm·

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The Legal Challenges Facing Immigrant Detainees

Immigrant detainees face legal challenges and pressures that are unique to the immigration detention experience. Join us for a conversation with Jorge Barón of the Northwest Immigrant Rights Project about these stressors and discuss the minister’s role in accompanying affected individuals.  Webinar Powerpoint PDF If you have questions you would…

• August 20, 2021 9:24 am·

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Behavioral Health: An Overview

One in five Americans are touched by behavioral health challenges and those who are affected by incarceration are over-represented within that population. Join us for a conversation with Fr. Ragan Schriver, PsyD, LAPSW to learn more about ministering to those who struggle with behavioral health challenges. Fr. Ragan Schriver, PsyD,…

• July 22, 2021 1:44 pm·

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Nuances of Juvenile 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) Join us for a conversation with Franchelle Lee (Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston) and Joe Cotton (Archdiocese of Seattle & CPMC)…

• June 11, 2021 3:31 pm·

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Women & Re-Entry

Formerly incarcerated women face unique obstacles during re-entry. Inspired by her thirteen years as a Chicago police officer and sixteen years helping children and families heal from abuse, Sr. Maureen O’Connell, OP founded Angela House – a re-entry ministry for women affected by incarceration. Join us for a conversation with…

• May 13, 2021 4:54 pm·

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Jail & Prison Ministry – The Differences

While people tend to lump both jail ministry and prison ministry together, in reality there are significant differences. These differences are largely due to the purposes of jail facilities and prison facilities. Join us as Rich Deshaies, SJ and Dale Recinella, JD lead us in a conversation from their vast…

• April 23, 2021 5:10 am·

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Lent: A Time for Reflection

The season of Lent is a time when we are called to simplify, pray, and love more fully in preparation for the resurrection. Join us for a time of reflection and nourishment with Fr. Daniel Renaud, OMI in this important season. Fr. Daniel Renaud, OMI is a priest, religious and…

• March 25, 2021 2:47 pm·

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Trauma Informed Care

Fr. Ragan Shriver, PsyD, presenter, discusses practical and spiritual dimensions of ministry for those affected by incarceration and detention who are often living with past and present trauma. He began his social work career as a therapist in an alternative sentencing program in Knox County, Tennessee, where he provided psychological…

• February 18, 2021 7:03 am·

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Black Women and Criminal (In)justice

Georgetown University (Initiative on Catholic Social Thought and Public Life) In June 2020, the killing of George Floyd—along with the killings of Breonna Taylor and countless other black and brown people—sparked a national uprising and reckoning for racial justice and police reform in the United States. Dialogue, self-reflection, and new…

• February 10, 2021 5:08 pm·

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Addressing Racism: A Time for Gospel Courage

A CPMC webinar with Dr. Chris Pramuk of Regis University. Dr. Pramuk leads a discussion about the value of introspection when confronting racism in the ministerial setting and beyond. Addressing Racism: A Time for Gospel Courage (Powerpoint)

• January 15, 2021 1:03 pm·

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Certification for Prison & Detention Ministry

December 2020 Webinar Together with the National Association of Catholic Chaplains, the Catholic Prison Ministries Coalition is developing three pathways to certification for pastoral care to those affected by incarceration: Foundational, Intensive, Leadership.  If you have questions you would like addressed, send them to: [email protected]  The CPMC webinars follow the competencies outlined…

• December 11, 2020 11:16 pm·

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Intercultural Competence and Prison Ministry

People from all walks of life and religious traditions are affected by incarceration and detention. In this webinar Sr. Susan Van Baalen, OP, PhD and Imam Abu Ishaq Abdul Hafiz will lead a discussion on ministerial tools needed to accompany people of different faith traditions. If you have questions you…

• November 24, 2020 11:04 pm·

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Catholic Social Teaching, Incarceration, Implications for a Culture of Life

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iOx3Hg7ehOMOctober 2020 Webinar Catholic Social Teaching is based on and inseparable from our understanding of a culture of life and the dignity of every human person. Kathryn Getek Soltis, PhD and Bishop Brendan Cahill, STD will hold a conversation about the Church’s teachings and how it relates to the incarcerated and…

• October 14, 2020 4:42 pm·

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Best Catechetical Materials for Prison & Detention Ministry

Identifying relevant material of good quality for faith formation in the incarceration setting poses unique challenges and opportunities. Tyler Curtis of Dismas Ministries and Lawrence Lutz a Prison Chaplain in the Diocese of Youngstown offer their experiences of identifying these important materials. If you have questions you would like addressed,…

• September 23, 2020 6:51 pm·

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Respecting & Working Together with Other Faiths

Navigating faith with those affected by incarceration is especially challenging. Join the conversation as Heather Rice-Minus and Mike Carotta discuss the obstacles and opportunities of ministering in a pluralistic environment.   Heather Rice Minus, J.D. Heather Rice-Minus serves as vice president of government affairs and church mobilization at Prison Fellowship, the…

• August 6, 2020 9:33 am·

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Ministering to Immigration Detainees during COVID-19 Pandemic

https://youtu.be/Yds9JDHhwRk In this session, Fr. Richard Sotelo, SJ, the chaplain for the Department of Homeland Security’s El Paso Processing Center, and Archbishop Thomas Wenski of the Archdiocese of Miami. lead a discussion around the challenges and the opportunities of ministering to those affected by detention.

• June 19, 2020 2:20 pm·

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Grief, Loss, Transitions in a Correctional Ministries

In this session Chaplain Catalina Conneally-Salazar and Deacon P. Christopher Schwartz share practical suggestions for ministering to the incarcerated during time of loss, grief and transition.

• June 11, 2020 5:04 am·

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Prison & Jail Ministry During COVID-19

Fr. George Williams, SJ leads a discussion on the ministerial response to the COVID-19 panademic and how it relates to ministry in jails and prisons.

• April 6, 2020 3:41 pm·

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Ministering to Returning Citizens

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VdqILau3xAI&t=270s The effects of incarceration reach beyond the time of confinement. Upon being released from incarceration individuals often lack the support they need and can struggle to keep a steady footing. In this session Ronald Garret of Catholic Charities in Washington DC and Bishop William Wach of the Diocese of…

• April 3, 2020 3:20 pm·

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Healing and Forgiveness – Ministering to Incarcerated Juveniles

Among the populations affected by incarceration juveniles can  easily fall through the cracks of the system and their specific needs are often different from their adult counterparts. In this session Fr. Michael Kennedy and Robert Garcia of the Jesuit Restorative Justice Initiative speak from their experiences as a minister and former…

• March 19, 2020 3:10 pm·

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Critical Facts about Ministering to Sex Offenders, the Mentally Ill, and the Addicted

Often times in our ministry we walk with individuals whose stories are more complicated than we might feel equipped to address. In this webinar Elizabeth Hardy, LICSW and Fr. Dustin Feddon, PhD will guide us through a conversation regarding the facts and practice of ministry with Sexual Offenders, the Mentally…

• March 4, 2020 3:13 pm·

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Ministering to the Incarcerated During the Holidays

The Thanksgiving and Christmas holiday seasons are typically the most difficult time of the calendar year for persons who are incarcerated. Separation from loved ones during this time significantly adds to the stress and other difficulties already experienced when living in jail or prison. This webinar speaks to best practices…

• December 19, 2019 10:32 pm·

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How Catholic Prison Ministries Coalition Works for You

This webinar presents an overview of the CPMC website and offers instructions for how to navigate and make use of the website’s various resources and functions. Further, the presenters speak to the origin and development of CPMC as well as the direction that CPMC is headed in order to provide…

• November 20, 2019 12:51 am·

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Witnessing for Life in the Face of Death Row

In honor of October’s Respect Life Month, this webinar will offer humanizing stories of individuals on death row and the many people undeniably impacted by capital punishment. The webinar will also share a timely update on the status of the death penalty practice at federal and state levels while offering…

• October 25, 2019 1:59 pm·

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Restorative Justice with People Impacted by Incarceration

This webinar examines restorative justice as both a philosophy and practice built on repairing relationships and communities effected by acts of crime. It looks at the core questions and tenants associated with restorative justice in comparison with the traditional criminal legal system in the U.S. and how the tenants of…

• September 18, 2019 8:27 pm·

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Cómo el encarcelamiento de los padres daña a los niños y Qué hacer al respecto

Este seminario web hace la pregunta, ¿Cómo se les llama a los católicos para apoyar y caminar con aproximadamente 2.7 millones de niños que tienen al menos un padre en la cárcel o prisión en los EE. UU.? Los presentadores comparten ejemplos de programas del Ministerio de Detención de la…

• August 30, 2019 5:56 pm·

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How Parental Incarceration Harms Children and What to Do About It

This webinar asks the question of how are Catholics called to support and walk with the estimated 2.7 million children who have at least one parent in jail or prison in the U.S. The presenters share examples of programs in the Archdiocese of Miami Detention Ministry to explain the importance…

• August 19, 2019 11:22 am·

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Re-entry: Working to Create a Culture of Encounter and Hospitality

This webinar discusses the critical importance of providing effective re-entry programs for incarcerated persons who are preparing to leave prison. Through the description of two re-entry programs including the Aftercare Program and Joseph House, it illustrates that the support offered by such programs is vital to the long-term success of…

• July 19, 2019 3:00 pm·

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Grief and Bereavement

This webinar looks at grief and bereavement and how one can pastorally and compassionately respond to persons experiencing grief after a loss. In particular, it describes the unique challenges of the grief process that affect persons who are incarcerated as well as persons who have been victims of crime. The…

• June 5, 2019 3:00 pm·

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Immigration Detention Ministry

This webinar begins with an overview of the history of immigrant detention systems and facilities in the U.S. followed by an account of the current status of immigrant detention in the U.S. and the major issues, concerns, and conditions. Next, it offers numerous stories and a description of ministering in…

• May 23, 2019 3:00 pm·

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Recruiting Volunteers to Ministry

This webinar considers four key concepts for working with prison ministry volunteers including planning, recruiting, training, and supporting. Best practices and approaches are revealed as the presenters examine these four key aspects and share real life examples. The presenters are S. Rita Mary Harwood, SND, and Harry J. Dudley, D.Min. …

• April 11, 2019 3:30 pm·

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Basics of Empathic Listening for Pastoral Care Ministry​

This webinar explores the art of empathic listening including how one can develop and practice empathic listening skills as well as factors that affect one’s ability to authentically connect and be present to others. This exploration also distinguishes empathic listening from other forms of human interaction and looks at both…

• March 5, 2019 3:00 pm·

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Stories of Re-entry After Incarceration

This video was recorded at the 2018 National Catholic Prison Ministry Conference held October 12-13 in Milwaukee, WI, and is being made available by Dismas Ministry. The video features the stories of two formerly incarcerated men and highlights their experiences in prison, their journey of re-entry, and how their Catholic faith…

• December 12, 2018 3:00 pm·

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Recognizing Trauma in the Prisoner

This webinar examines different causes and symptoms of trauma, especially trauma associated with incarceration.  It depicts how punitive approaches to incarceration in the U.S. significantly contribute to trauma not only experienced by persons who are incarcerated but also their families and loved ones.  Furthermore, it describes the spiritual crisis associated…

• November 27, 2018 3:00 pm·

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Ministrando a los afectados por el crimen y el encarcelamiento

This webinar is in Spanish and discusses the significance of identifying and supporting all persons affected by crime and incarceration as well as the obstacles that are encountered when providing this support. It highlights the important role that parish communities can play in tending to families who struggle as a…

• October 23, 2018 3:00 pm·

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Maintaining Resilience in Prison Ministry

This webinar focuses on the physical and mental health impacts that working and serving in a prison environment has on staff and volunteers including prison ministers.  For prison ministers, a keen awareness and understanding of these impacts is crucial so that they intentionally engage in self-care and spiritual practices that…

• September 18, 2018 3:00 pm·

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Dismas Ministry and Sharing Resources

This webinar tells the story of Dismas Ministry, which seeks to provide numerous Catholic faith and prayer resources for persons who are incarcerated and those who minister to them. It walks through the different resources, all of which are available in English and Spanish versions.   The presenters are Tyler Curtis and…

• August 22, 2018 12:33 pm·

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Ministry of Accompaniment: What is needed?

This webinar addresses the importance of suitable Catholic formation programs to prepare and sustain persons serving in detention centers, jails, and prisons.  While highlighting what is important to include in formation programs, it also invites the audience to share about formation programs that already exist across the U.S.  The presenters…

• July 31, 2018 3:00 pm·

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Ministry to the Incarcerated in the Era of Pope Francis

This webinar offers an overview of Catholic correctional ministries in the U.S. and the state of the prison systems in the U.S. It also considers what it might look like for persons involved in correctional ministries to respond to Pope Francis’ directive to go out to the peripheries in order to…

• June 27, 2018 3:00 pm·

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