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Plan now to attend the CMCA 2023 Correctional Ministries Summit
May 19-20, 2023
Wheaton College, Wheaton, IL
The Correctional Ministries Institute is committed to sharing and showing the love of Christ through correctional ministry by sharing expertise in training, convening, resourcing.
We are excited to bring you a new book release with FREE online training: Jail Ministry–Preparing Christians to Effectively Volunteer by Dr. Karen Swanson. Once you purchase the book you may enroll in the free training.
Free Jail Ministry Online Training: The online training is free to those who have purchased the book. The purpose of this training is to expand your knowledge, develop the skills for effective ministry and help you increase your commitment to Christ and your calling to jail ministry.
Enhance your ministry effectiveness with these other books published by the Correctional Ministries Institute.
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The Marsh Center for Chaplain Studies, a Center of the B.H. Carroll Theological Institute, will provide:
1 CEU (Continuing Education Unit) for CMCA Summit 2023 attendees who fulfill the requirements.
3 CEUs per completed course in the Certificate Program in Correctional Ministries (must successfully complete the course with a passing grade of C+).
The Certificate Program is designed for individuals seeking to establish a foundation in correctional ministries and receive specialized training in correctional chaplaincy or reentry. Learn more about the Certificate Program in Correctional Ministries>>
About CMCA
The Mission of CMCA: to connect, encourage, equip and strengthen Christians as they fulfill the Great Commission in Corrections.
The Vision of CMCA: Christians working together in correctional ministry to advance Christ’s Kingdom and enhance public safety.
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We recognize and appreciate our CMCA Organizational Members!
Gold Organizational Members:
- 3 Oaks Prison Ministry
- Bible League International
- CLI Prison Alliance
- Doing HIS Time Prison Ministry
- Good News Jail & Prison Ministry
- Lifeline Global
- Salvation Army
- We Care
Silver Organizational Members:
- Beacon of Light
- Bethany Community Church
- Broken Pots Ministry
- Church of the Highlands
- Courage for Life
- Crossroads Prison Ministries
- Discipleship Unlimited
- Emmaus Worldwide
- Fresh Coast Alliance
- Global Leadership Network
- in2action
- Inside Out/Under the Door Ministries
- Inspiration Ministries
- Jail Chaplains
- Jail Ministry
- Jump Start Vision
- Kairos Prison Ministry International
- Missionary Evangelism to Corrections
- Neighborhood Christian Center
- Next Chapter LaCrosse
- Prison Fellowship
- Prison Fellowship Canada
- Prison Fellowship International
- Prison Mission Assoc.
- Redeeming Grace Ministry
- Restoration Destination
- Straight Ahead Ministries
- The Transformation Project
- We Care
- World Impact
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CMCA continues to update its resources and training to equip you for ministry
Members: Log in to CMCA website and access resources and tools:
Discounts on Training:
- Life Coach Training
- Certificate in Correctional Ministries
- CMCA 2023 Summit (registration opens Jan 2023)
- Webinars (some free for members)
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About CMCA
Correctional Ministries and Chaplains Association (CMCA) is a professional organization, founded in May 2011, through which Christians can celebrate their faith and passion for correctional ministry with other individuals, organizations, and churches; develop professionally through online resources, trainings, and certifications; and be inspired through uplifting journal articles, networking, and conferences.
Our Members
Members of CMCA are united to provide the highest quality of spiritual care to those who are incarcerated, have been incarcerated or detained, family members of the incarcerated, those affected by injustice, and those connected to correctional care. CMCA members are committed to providing spiritual care that is representative of the biblical model found in Jesus Christ’s ministry. As a collaborative team of evangelical Christian caregivers, CMCA desires to more effectively build the Kingdom of God and help humanity secure greater peace and safety (Ephesians 4:16, 3 John 1:8).