2024 Kick-Off! RJ Ministry Community of Practice

Catholic Mobilizing Network is dedicated to supporting the implementation of restorative justice practices in Catholic ministry across the country. The RJ Ministry Community of Practice is a space where your faith and passion for restorative justice meets a network of 650+ like-minded practitioners ready to support and inspire one another. About the Kick-Off Event Join...

Deepening Circle: Restorative Parish

Join us to explore how restorative practices can be implemented into the life of a Catholic parish! Bringing restorative practices into parishes can be a way to respond to the invitation of the Catholic Synod on Synodality to: “inspire people to dream about the Church we are called to be, ... to stimulate trust, to...

Circle Keeper Cafe: Sharing Circle Ceremonies

Grab a snack or something to sip, and join other facilitators of circle process for a time of fellowship and fresh ideas. This is an informal time to share ideas, tips, and questions from your experience facilitating circle process. Each month, we zoom in on a different aspect of facilitation. You’ll come away with new...

Intro to Restorative Justice (November 2024)

Join Catholic Mobilizing Network for a virtual 3.5-hour introductory workshop on restorative justice, to learn core concepts and practices related to its application in Catholic ministry. Through presentations, exercises, and sharing, participants: Click here to read more about restorative justice. FOR WHOM? This workshop is ideal for individuals who are new to restorative justice and practices or who...

Deepening Circle: Spotlight on Preparation for Restorative Practices

How can the work we do beforehand as facilitators and ministry leaders, set the stage for a smooth and impactful restorative dialogue? A key to any successful restorative process is adequate and appropriate preparation - both for the facilitator and the participants involved. The preparation for a harm repair dialogue will be different from preparation...