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Spending Time at Jesus' Table: A Reflection for Holy Thursday
Posted Apr 08 2020 |On the first Holy Thursday, Jesus invited his human, fallible followers to sit at his table—and does the same for us today.
Posted Apr 02 2020 |
If you find yourself searching for a respite from the news during this unsettling time, consider diving into some of CMN's favorite books and movies instead.
Posted Mar 30 2020 |
The Passion of Christ vividly reminds us that Jesus left our world as a condemned prisoner. Jesus endured torture and the humiliation of being stripped—not only of his clothes, but also his human dignity.
Posted Mar 27 2020 |
An artist on Tennessee's death row shares how he collaborated with his fellow inmates to paint the Stations of the Cross.
Posted Mar 24 2020 |
What is pressing on our hearts that stops us from seeking redemption? What prevents us from asking for God to make us whole?
Posted Mar 18 2020 |
The statue of St. Joseph sleeping reminds us that our difficulties are sometimes taken care of in the quiet of the night.
Posted Mar 17 2020 |
“I came into this world for judgment, so that those who do not see might see, and those who do see might become blind.” -John 9:39
Posted Mar 10 2020 |
Fr. Rene Robert believed every life was worth saving—even that of his own murderer.
Posted Mar 03 2020 |
Just as we want to tell our story, get a word in, or share our opinion, so too does God want to talk to us. But we have to give God the chance to speak.
Posted Feb 27 2020 |
"In contrast to those who fall victim to temptation, Jesus’ encounter with temptation only strengthened his resolve."
Posted Feb 25 2020 |
"This outward mark of my faith opened the door to share my personal belief in God’s mercy that heals the sin-sick soul."
Posted Feb 20 2020 |
As the Young Women’s Initiative Coordinator at Precious Blood Ministry of Reconciliation in Chicago, Karlyn Francois shares a story of radical accompaniment within the criminal legal system.
Posted Feb 06 2020 |
A Chicago community meets to "foster diversity in each circle in order to cultivate the moments of both 'Me too' and 'I never knew.'"
Posted Jan 30 2020 |
Linda Showman’s journey towards restorative justice ministry has taken several years and varying forms. Now a Project Consultant in the Office of Prison Ministry at the Archdiocese of Portland, Showman has found ways to invite others in her community into an ethic of restoration.
Posted Jan 06 2020 |
Three conferences on restorative justice have been organized by the students in the Calvin Prison Initiative. Eric Boldiszar – one of these students – shares the faith and inspiration leading him to create these events.
Posted Dec 16 2019 |
How must have Joseph felt upon learning of Mary’s pregnancy — an unlawful offense for which she could have received the death penalty — instead he decided to follow God’s will for reconciliation.
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