Criminal Justice Ministry Community and Connections

Supporting our neighbors who are impacted at the intersection of our criminal justice and mental health systems by raising awareness, advocating for system change, and accompanying those impacted by providing active mentoring, resources, and solidarity.

 

Please visit the tabs below to learn more about the various teams.

 

For more information, contact Janice Andersen.


For information on the Hennepin Connections Ministry, a mentoring program with Minneapolis College Students, click here.

 

Re-entry Mentor Program

Matching mentor teams to accompany a Returning Neighbor re-entering our community after jail or prison, who may be struggling with mental health challenges, and who has expressed a desire for a spiritual connection.

 

Please contact Janice Andersen with any questions you may have! 

Individual Session Form

Mentor Application Form

Criminal Justice Advocacy Team

Working with the community to raise awareness and advocate for change in support of those facing challenges at the intersection of criminal justice and mental health. The current focus for this team is in the area of Juvenile Justice and Mental Health.

The Advocacy Team meets on the 2nd Tuesday of each month from 5:30 - 7:00pm to strategize and drive meaningful change forward.

 

If you are interested in volunteering with this team or joining any of the sessions, please contact Janice Andersen.

 

Criminal Justice Solidarity Program

We are currently developing programing to provide opportunities to share compassion, solidarity, and God’s love with neighbors involved in the criminal justice system, including through communication and letter writing.

Questions? Please Contact:

Janice Andersen

Director of Christian Life

Janice Andersen has been on staff at The Basilica of Saint Mary since 1994, working with programs…

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