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The Catholic Prison Ministries Coalition (CPMC) seeks to enhance Catholic ministry to those incarcerated, detained, or reentering society and those affected by incarceration, while also assisting the Church in the United States to work for a justice that is integrated, inclusive, and restorative.

To do this requires we open up forums and opportunities for the sharing of resources and practices to strengthen the Church in its mission to advance a vision of justice that upholds the dignity of every human person. One way that we pursue this mission is through our webinars.

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Accompanying Correctional Staff in Ministry

Join us as Sr. Van Baalen O.P., a Dominican Sister and previous prison chaplain, discusses how we can accompany correctional staff members.

Sister Van Baalen is, first and foremost, a Dominican Sister from Adrian, Michigan. She holds postgraduate degrees from De Paul University, the Jesuit School of Theology in Chicago, and a postgraduate certificate in Public Policy from the University of Southern California. Her interdisciplinary doctorate, with a concentration on philosophy and theology, is from Georgetown University in Washington DC. In addition to formal education, Susan was a prison chaplain and Chaplain Director in the Federal Bureau of Prisons for twenty-eight years.
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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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              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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                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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                          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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                              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 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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                                      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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                                              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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                                                          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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