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[Webinar] Pilgrims of Hope: Tools for the Synodal JourneyAbout the Webinar Throughout 2025, the worldwide Church will journey through a special Jubilee Year — a celebration that happens every 25 years proclaiming liberation, conversion, and reconciliation — to re-establish a proper relationship with God and others. CMN kicked off this Jubilee Year with a special webinar to provide tools that will help us…
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“Redemption Way” Music Video“Redemption Way” is performed by the NIA Men’s Chorus at the Chillicothe Correctional Institution in Ohio. It was composed by one of the group’s members, Brian. In December 2023, the Deputy Warden at Chillicothe Correctional Institution in Ohio asked the Men’s Chorus there to sing for the men on death row at Christmas time. Brian…
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The Jubilee PrayerFather in heaven,may the faith you have given usin your son, Jesus Christ, our brother,and the flame of charity enkindledin our hearts by the Holy Spirit,reawaken in us the blessed hopefor the coming of your Kingdom. May your grace transform usinto tireless cultivators of the seeds of the Gospel.May those seeds transform from within both…
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Homily on the Synod on Synodality and the Defense of the Sanctity of Life, by Fr. William Kelley, SJOctober 20, 2024 / 29th Ordinary / Cycle BHoly Trinity Catholic Church, Washington, DC Readings: Isaiah 53:10-11 Through his suffering, my servant shall justify many.Ps 33:4-5, 18-19, 20, 22 LORD, let your mercy be on us, as we place our trust in you.Hebrews 4:14-16 Let us confidently approach the throne of grace to receive mercy.Mark…
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Homily on World Day Against the Death Penalty, by Fr. Brian McDermott, SJSunday, October 13, 2024 / 28th Ordinary / Cycle BHoly Trinity Catholic Church, Washington, DCExtracts This past Thursday was the United Nations-sponsored World Day Against the Death Penalty. Pope Francis spoke out on that day: “The Death Penalty is always inadmissible, because it attacks the inviolability and dignity of the person. I appeal for its…
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Vicki and Syl Schieber — Beacons for the Sanctity of LifeVicki and Syl Schieber have been staunch advocates against the death penalty ever since their daughter Shannon was murdered. There faithful witness is one that is rooted in the dignity of life. Hear more about their story.
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[Webinar] The Federal Death Penalty: What’s at stake?About the Webinar In this webinar, you’ll hear from Catholic Mobilizing Network, a lawyer with decades of experience litigating capital cases as a defense attorney, and a religious sister who has provided spiritual accompaniment for individuals residing on the federal death row in Terre Haute, Indiana—even accompaniment to their execution. Our featured speakers will answer…
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[Webinar] Introducing Conversations in Communion: Parish Dialogues for Connection and UnderstandingThis webinar unveils CMN’s newest restorative justice program: Conversations in Communion: Parish Dialogues for Connection and Understanding. “Conversations in Communion” is a formation program and facilitator guide that empowers Catholic parishes to build a culture of connection and understanding using the restorative practice of circle process. It was created for parish and ministry leaders who…
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Healing After Tragedy: Heather Thompson’s Restorative Justice JourneyFor years after her brother’s murder, Heather was consumed by anger — toward his killer, toward the legal system, and even toward God. Longing for some peace, she decided she needed to speak with the man who took her brother’s life. Through the restorative justice process that followed, Heather was amazed to find not just…
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From Prison to Peacemaker: Felix Rosado’s Restorative Justice TransformationFelix Rosado spent nine long years blaming everybody for his incarceration but himself. But then, two things happened: he rekindled his Catholic faith and learned about restorative justice. These two discoveries set Felix on an extraordinary journey of accountability and transformation. Click here to learn more about restorative justice.