RJ Ministry Community of Practice
Do you practice restorative justice in a Catholic ministry? Join our nationwide community—a space for learning, connection, and growth.
CMN’s “RJ Ministry Community of Practice” is a virtual network of Catholic ministry leaders and faith-rooted restorative justice practitioners who seek to connect with one another, deepen their knowledge of restorative justice, and build skills for bringing restorative practices to their institutions and ministries.
The 700 members of the RJ Ministry Community of Practice are bringing restorative justice practices to:
- Prison & Reentry ministry—ministry and advocacy in the criminal legal system such as restorative practices inside prison, alternatives to incarceration, and community-supported reintegration and accountability
- Victim-Survivor Accompaniment & Advocacy
- Racial Dialogue & Healing—processes that address harm-laden topics including racial injustice and institutional harm
- Faith Nonprofits & Networks—e.g., Catholic nonprofits, religious congregations, ministry networks
- Education & Young Adult Ministry—schools, colleges, universities, and ministry to young adults on campuses or in Church life
- Parish & Diocese—parish and diocesan ministries and organizational life
- Community Restorative Justice Organizations—e.g., direct services, advocacy
- Government & Legal Practice—e.g., attorneys, public defenders
Every other week, members receive the “Resource Round-Up“, a collection of news, resources, and opportunities related to RJ training and practice.
Each month, the community gathers for a free virtual event to build relationships with fellow practitioners and navigate core questions about implementing restorative practices in ministry.
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Monthly Community Events
To be notified of upcoming events, join the RJ Ministry Community of Practice by filling out the form above!
Community Cafés
Community Cafés are free monthly gatherings designed for people implementing restorative justice practices and circle process in their ministries and communities. These one-hour virtual gatherings take place on Fridays at 12 p.m. ET.
In a prayerful and supportive space, participants come together for wisdom-sharing and informal conversation. We’ll begin each session by hearing from seasoned community members, then open the floor for collaborative exchange.
Through this time of reflection and dialogue, participants gain new insights and deeper confidence in hosting circle processes and conversations in communion.
Conversations in Communion Training Cohorts
Conversations in Communion: Parish Dialogues for Connection and Understanding is a formation program that equips Catholics to introduce the restorative practice of circle process in their parishes and ministries. CMN hosts monthly virtual training cohorts, as a companion to the program’s facilitator guide.
Restorative Justice Events
Check CMN’s upcoming events for our upcoming webinars, trainings, and workshops!
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