Catholic Prison Ministries Coalition

The Catholic Prison Ministries Coalition (CPMC) is a non-profit organization based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. With a team of three employees, the CPMC is dedicated to supporting and empowering individuals called to ministry within the criminal justice system. The CPMC provides a range of resources and services to promote ministry to all individuals impacted by incarceration. These include a virtual platform for sharing best practices and fostering collaboration among Catholic jail, prison, and detention ministries across the United States. They also offer educational webinars, a database of relevant organizations and resources, and prison ministry formation opportunities, including chaplaincy certification. The CPMC is committed to advocating for criminal justice reform and the promotion of restorative justice practices. They actively engage in joint action and legislative efforts on behalf of these causes. Furthermore, the organization aims to cultivate the next generation of jail and prison ministers and change agents through professional development pathways. To learn more about the Catholic Prison Ministries Coalition and its initiatives, visit their website at catholicprisonministries.org.