Excell Network – Reentry Scholarship Program
Restoring Dignity to People Returning Home from Prison
WHAT THE CHURCH TEACHES:
Catholic Restorative Justice Documents and Other Resources
The U.S. Bishops:
- USCCB Pastoral Letter
“A Catholic approach begins with the recognition that the dignity of the human person applies to both victim and offender.” US Bishops’ Nov. 15, 2000 Pastoral Letter: “Responsibility, Rehabilitation, and Restoration: A Catholic Perspective on Crime and Criminal Justice.” - USCCB Restorative Justice Resources:
– Criminal Justice and Restorative Justice - Seven Themes of Catholic Social Teaching:
– Life and Dignity of the Human Person
California Catholic Conference:
– Restorative Justice
– Catholic Restorative Justice Network for Formation & Leadership Development
Vatican:
If you would like to volunteer or complete an internship with the program, please contact Julio Escobar.
Email: [email protected], Phone: (415) 614-5572