CMCA welcomes Caterina Spinaris and Daria Mayotte to discuss their new book: Building Bridges with Corrections Staff: Spiritually, Practically, Relationally. Purchase the Book & Register Today for the free book discussion! Virtual Book Discussion Tuesday, April 25th 11am Central Time (12 Eastern Time, 10 Mountain Time, 9 Pacific Time) Purchase the Book on Amazon using […]
Welcome to the CMCA 2023 Correctional Ministries Summit! Wheaton College, Wheaton, IL May 19-20, 2023 This information page provides everything you need to plan your trip to the CMCA 2023 Correctional Ministries Summit in Wheaton, IL. Follow the links to schedules, speakers, lodging and the pre-summit activities on May 18th.Travel Information CMCA provides a shuttle […]
Successful Faith-Based Residential Reentry Models Join Dr. Karen Swanson as she compares three models and interviews the founders/CEO’s. Hear what helped to make these programs successful and ideas that you can take away for your reentry model. Jerry Blassingame (Soteria Community Development Corp.), Dan Hanneken (in2Action) and Nick Robbins (Returning Home) will share insights from […]
You're Invited to the CMCA Texas Regional Stronger Together One Day Conference Mt. Rose Church, Dallas Texas October 28, 2023 CMCA invites Christians engaged in all areas of correctional ministry to attend this unique one-day event designed to strengthen & encourage your for ministry.Goal of the Conference: To bring Christians together engaged in correctional ministry […]
Spiritual Journeys: Coming to Faith on the Inside and Persevering on the Outside Hear the themes that emerged from research on the spiritual journeys of 33 men and women who came to faith while incarcerated and grew in their faith. The individuals sharing their journeys have been in the free world for more than a […]
Volunteer Management: Challenges and Solutions from Experts Volunteers can be an asset or liability to an organization. In this webinar we will learn from experts. Chaplains Ilinda Jackson and Dan Odean, and ministry leader Evelyn Lemly provide suggestions based on their years of experience in recruiting, selecting, training, and managing volunteers. CMCA Members: Log into […]
Helping the Incarcerated Develop Self-Awareness to Prepare for Restorative Justice Join Stacey Campbell, CEO Prison Fellowship Canada Restorative justice takes brokenness and works to make it whole. Only when individuals are restored and healed can the cycle of crime end. Restorative Justice programs inside prison can be difficult. Some of the top reasons for this […]
CMCA 2024 Correctional Ministries Summit May 17-18, 2024 | Wheaton, ILImportant Summit Information & Updates:Summit attendees receive a program booklet at check in. Plan ahead using this electronic version!Important Information & Updates:CMCA Prayer RoomPray with a CMCA member duringa scheduled time or submit a prayerrequest any time.Friday, May 178:00-8:40 am (room 121)12:00-12:20 pm (museum)3:05-3:25 pm […]
Sharing Christ in a Post-Christian Society Sharing the gospel is changing as we encounter incarcerated people and formerly incarcerated people from a post-Christian society. Dr. John Dickson will share some insights about the challenges and opportunities we face in a culture that appears to be drifting from its Christian foundation. CMCA Members: Log into […]
Raising Funds: Practical Tips Raising funds is a never-ending responsibility for nonprofits. The art of investing in people is the key. Learn from experts and peers about the art and science of investing in people to raise funds for your ministry through direct mail, personal asks, and events. CMCA Members: Log into the CMCA website. […]
Strengthening the Indigenous Church in Prison CMCA webinar moderated by Don Allsman with panelists: Mark Walker, Matt Thomas, Charles Anderson The Church’s faithful evangelism has produced thousands of mature disciple-makers in the culture of prison. Now we can pivot to strengthening these indigenous leaders in ministry, both inside and after re-entry. Don Allsman will moderate […]
Curriculum that "Works" CMCA webinar moderated by Dr. Karen Swanson with panelists: Sarah Heaton, Marcus Baird, Erika Mariglia This webinar features 3 curriculums that are actively used by chaplains and ministry workers in jails and prisons and recommended for use in reentry programs. CMCA Members: Log into the CMCA website. Select the free CMCA member […]
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.
Connecting, encouraging, and equipping Christians as they fulfill the Great Commission in Corrections.
Phone: 630-752-7085
Email: info@cmcainternational.org
CMCA c/o Correctional Ministries Institute
Billy Graham Hall
501 College Avenue
Wheaton, IL 60187
