Restorative Justice

Restorative Justice Reflections - Part 1

In this 4-part series, Father Harry Dean and Deacon Ronnie Lastovica offer reflections upon their years of service in Restorative Justice Ministry.  In this episode, Fr. Harry and Deacon Ronnie discuss their discernment of entrance into ministry with those who are incarcerated.  They discussed why they answered "yes" to this call and who had a part in their saying this answer.  They spoke about their life experiences and childhood religious upbringing that contributed to their answering the call.  Finally, they considered their past reservations to entering into the ministry of restorative justice and how the listener can overcome any such reservations that they themselves may be having.

Restorative Justice Reflections - Part 2

In this 4-part series, Father Harry Dean and Deacon Ronnie Lastovica offer reflections upon their years of service in Restorative Justice Ministry.  In this episode, Fr. Harry and Deacon Ronnie discuss the learning curve that took place at the start of their ministry to those who are incarcerated and how their experiences can apply to those who are volunteering to work in restorative justice ministry.

Restorative Justice Reflections - Part 3

In this 4-part series, Father Harry Dean and Deacon Ronnie Lastovica offer reflections upon their years of service in Restorative Justice Ministry.  In this episode, Fr. Harry and Deacon Ronnie discuss the best practices for volunteers in ministry to those who are incarcerated.  Specifically, Fr. Harry spoke about what he learned about best practices for healthy service to the incarcerated and corrections officers as time goes on in the ministry.

Restorative Justice Reflections - Part 4

In this 4-part series, Father Harry Dean and Deacon Ronnie Lastovica offer reflections upon their years of service in Restorative Justice Ministry.  In this episode, Fr. Harry and Deacon Ronnie discuss the fruits of the ministry to those who are incarcerated.  Specifically, Fr. Harry spoke about how volunteers get more than what they give, that restorative justice volunteers can hear words of the Saints in their work in prisons, and how they can better learn the fruits of courage, perseverance, confidence, and gratitude.

Boundaries - Part 1

In this 4-part series, Renee Brown, Father Harry Dean, and Deacon Ronnie Lastovica discuss personal boundaries, what they are and how they should be set and often are set inappropriately.  In this episode, the following questions are addressed: 1) What is meant by a personal boundary? 2) What is the importance of establishing, maintaining and enforcing boundaries? 3) What are some of the mental and emotional benefits of using boundaries in our relationships with others? 4) What are some of the barriers to setting boundaries? and 5) What are some of the basic principles of thought, to
consider about the development of personal boundaries?

Boundaries - Part 2

In this 4-part series, Renee Brown, Father Harry Dean, and Deacon Ronnie Lastovica discuss personal boundaries, what they are and how they should be set and often are set inappropriately.  In this episode, the following questions are addressed: 1) What are some of the myths associated with boundaries? 2) What are the types of personal boundaries? 3) Can you elaborate on physical and emotional/intellectual boundaries? 4) What does it mean to have rigid, porous and/or healthy
boundaries? 5) What are the guidelines for setting boundaries with others?

Boundaries - Part 3

In this 4-part series, Renee Brown, Father Harry Dean, and Deacon Ronnie Lastovica discuss personal boundaries, what they are and how they should be set and often are set inappropriately.  In this episode, the following questions are addressed: 1) What are some of the signs of unhealthy boundaries? 2) How can one identify if a friend or family is ignoring my boundaries? 3) How do you set consequences as part of maintaining boundaries? 4) What are some of the beliefs or thinking patterns that a person may possess that allow for others to violate their boundaries? and 5) How can a person assess themselves to determine if they have difficulty using boundaries?

Boundaries - Part 4

In this 4-part series, Renee Brown, Father Harry Dean, and Deacon Ronnie Lastovica discuss personal boundaries, what they are and how they should be set and often are set inappropriately.  In this episode, the following questions are addressed: 1) How does a person know what their boundaries are? 2) What are some thoughts or personal beliefs about self that can help someone in developing their personal boundaries? 3) What do healthy personal boundaries look like? 4) What are some things people can say or do to maintain their boundaries with others? and 5) What are some tips for setting healthy boundaries are there any helpful steps to consider when developing/establishing boundaries?

Anger Management - Part 5

In this this latest  Restorative Justice series, Father Harry, Deacon Ronnie, and Renee discussed many tips and techniques that help any listener with something that we all must deal with both in ourselves and with others: Anger Management.

Anger Management - Part 6

In this this latest  Restorative Justice series, Father Harry, Deacon Ronnie, and Renee discussed many tips and techniques that help any listener with something that we all must deal with both in ourselves and with others: Anger Management.