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October is Holy Rosary and Respect for Life Month
For the month of the Holy Rosary/Respect for Life, we offer you prayers and information on how you can help those suffering during these trying times. For all those incarcerated and those affected by violent crimes, we can pray the rosary and these prayers to help those in need.
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Center for Restorative Justice at the University of San Diego
The Center for Restorative Justice at the University of San Diego offers a 12-month graduate-level certificate in restorative justice. The certificate program is delivered online and also includes a week-long residency component. To learn more about the program the following  link is provided: https://www.sandiego.edu/soles/leadership-studies/restorative-justice-facilitation-and-leadership-certificate/
Bishop McElroy blessing those present at Kairos House in San Diego.
Bishop McElroy blessing at Kairos House.
Bishop McElroy blessing those present at the opening of a new home called Kairos House for men reentering society after serving life sentences in prison.
Photo of participants in a Healing Retreat in the Diocese of Fresno on June 26, 2021
A Healing Retreat for Crime Survivors in the Diocese of Fresno
A Healing Retreat for Victims of Crime was offered by the Crime Survivors Ministry led by Maciel Godburn on June 26, 2021 at Saint Anthony Retreat Center in Three Rivers, California. The retreat included a Restorative Justice healing circle process where the participants were able to share in small groups of 4-6 people