Restorative Justice: Recent Episodes
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Join Fr. Harry Dean and Deacon Ronnie Lastovica with the Restorative Justice Ministries in the Diocese of Austin as they visit with a guest presenter on topics that are pertinent to those incarcerated in our diocese.
Sister Jeanne Thomas, of the Sisters of Mary Morningstar, joins Deacon Ronnie Lastovica and Fr. Harry Dean to discuss Community Life.
Sister Jeanne Thomas draws both from her experience living a monastic and contemplative life and from the prison outreach undertaken by the Sisters of Mary Morningstar near Waco.
We hope this episode blesses you and draws you closer to God. If you would like to help the Sisters of Mary Morningstar build a new chapel, you may find the link here.
Sister Jeanne Thomas, of the Sisters of Mary Morningstar, joins Deacon Ronnie Lastovica and Fr. Harry Dean to discuss Community Life.
Sister Jeanne Thomas draws both from her experience living a monastic and contemplative life and from the prison outreach undertaken by the Sisters of Mary Morningstar near Waco.
We hope this episode blesses you and draws you closer to God. If you would like to help the Sisters of Mary Morningstar build a new chapel, you may find the link here.
Sister Jeanne Thomas, of the Sisters of Mary Morningstar, joins Deacon Ronnie Lastovica and Fr. Harry Dean to discuss Community Life.
Sister Jeanne Thomas draws both from her experience living a monastic and contemplative life and from the prison outreach undertaken by the Sisters of Mary Morningstar near Waco.
We hope this episode blesses you and draws you closer to God. If you would like to help the Sisters of Mary Morningstar build a new chapel, you may find the link here.
Sister Jeanne Thomas, of the Sisters of Mary Morningstar, joins Deacon Ronnie Lastovica and Fr. Harry Dean to discuss Community Life.
Sister Jeanne Thomas draws both from her experience living a monastic and contemplative life and from the prison outreach undertaken by the Sisters of Mary Morningstar near Waco.
We hope this episode blesses you and draws you closer to God. If you would like to help the Sisters of Mary Morningstar build a new chapel, you may find the link here.
Fr. Harry Dean and Deacon Ronnie Lastovica continue with Part 4 of their comprehensive explanation of Courage and EnCourage, Catholic organizations dedicated to helping men and women experiencing same-sex attraction strive for chastity and grow in holiness according to the Gospel and the "Catholic Church’s beautiful teachings about the goodness and inherent purpose of human sexuality."
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Fr. Harry Dean and Deacon Ronnie Lastovica continue with Part 3 of their comprehensive explanation of Courage and EnCourage, Catholic organizations dedicated to helping men and women experiencing same-sex attraction strive for chastity and grow in holiness according to the Gospel and the "Catholic Church’s beautiful teachings about the goodness and inherent purpose of human sexuality."
Visit redcradio.org or download our RED-C Radio App to access our live radio, listen to all of our podcasts, and find additional information and resources related to our Catholic faith. And if you want to support The RED-C Apostolate and all that we do, please consider making a recurring or one-time donation (https://redcradio.org/donate). May God bless you and all your loved ones!
Fr. Harry Dean and Deacon Ronnie Lastovica continue with Part 2 of their comprehensive explanation of Courage and EnCourage, Catholic organizations dedicated to helping men and women experiencing same-sex attraction strive for chastity and grow in holiness according to the Gospel and the "Catholic Church’s beautiful teachings about the goodness and inherent purpose of human sexuality."
Visit redcradio.org or download our RED-C Radio App to access our live radio, listen to all of our podcasts, and find additional information and resources related to our Catholic faith. And if you want to support The RED-C Apostolate and all that we do, please consider making a recurring or one-time donation (https://redcradio.org/donate). May God bless you and all your loved ones!
Fr. Harry Dean and Deacon Ronnie Lastovica begin their comprehensive explanation of Courage and EnCourage, Catholic organizations dedicated to helping men and women experiencing same-sex attraction strive for chastity and grow in holiness according to the Gospel and the "Catholic Church’s beautiful teachings about the goodness and inherent purpose of human sexuality."
Visit redcradio.org or download our RED-C Radio App to access our live radio, listen to all of our podcasts, and find additional information and resources related to our Catholic faith. And if you want to support The RED-C Apostolate and all that we do, please consider making a recurring or one-time donation (https://redcradio.org/donate). May God bless you and all your loved ones!
In this series, Fr. Harry Dean and Deacon Ronnie Lastovica discuss pastoral care to those individuals who suffer from same-sex attraction, and how the Church teaches that such persons shall be treated and viewed with their God-given dignity and worth. Information and guidelines were shared around the following general topics: respecting human dignity; the place of sexuality in God's plan; homosexual acts cannot fulfill the natural ends of human sexuality; homosexual inclination is not itself a sin; therapy for homosexual inclinations; the necessity for training in virtue; the necessity of friendship and community; growth in holiness; and cultural obstacles. Pastoral care guidelines were shared in the areas of: church participation; catechesis; sacraments and worship; pastoral support. In conclusion, our communion in Christ among all people was emphasized and expressed in this series dedicated to this important topic.
In this series, Fr. Harry Dean and Deacon Ronnie Lastovica discuss pastoral care to those individuals who suffer from same-sex attraction, and how the Church teaches that such persons shall be treated and viewed with their God-given dignity and worth. Information and guidelines were shared around the following general topics: respecting human dignity; the place of sexuality in God's plan; homosexual acts cannot fulfill the natural ends of human sexuality; homosexual inclination is not itself a sin; therapy for homosexual inclinations; the necessity for training in virtue; the necessity of friendship and community; growth in holiness; and cultural obstacles. Pastoral care guidelines were shared in the areas of: church participation; catechesis; sacraments and worship; pastoral support. In conclusion, our communion in Christ among all people was emphasized and expressed in this series dedicated to this important topic.
In this series, Fr. Harry Dean and Deacon Ronnie Lastovica discuss pastoral care to those individuals who suffer from same-sex attraction, and how the Church teaches that such persons shall be treated and viewed with their God-given dignity and worth. Information and guidelines were shared around the following general topics: respecting human dignity; the place of sexuality in God's plan; homosexual acts cannot fulfill the natural ends of human sexuality; homosexual inclination is not itself a sin; therapy for homosexual inclinations; the necessity for training in virtue; the necessity of friendship and community; growth in holiness; and cultural obstacles. Pastoral care guidelines were shared in the areas of: church participation; catechesis; sacraments and worship; pastoral support. In conclusion, our communion in Christ among all people was emphasized and expressed in this series dedicated to this important topic.
In this series, Fr. Harry Dean and Deacon Ronnie Lastovica discuss pastoral care to those individuals who suffer from same-sex attraction, and how the Church teaches that such persons shall be treated and viewed with their God-given dignity and worth. Information and guidelines were shared around the following general topics: respecting human dignity; the place of sexuality in God's plan; homosexual acts cannot fulfill the natural ends of human sexuality; homosexual inclination is not itself a sin; therapy for homosexual inclinations; the necessity for training in virtue; the necessity of friendship and community; growth in holiness; and cultural obstacles. Pastoral care guidelines were shared in the areas of: church participation; catechesis; sacraments and worship; pastoral support. In conclusion, our communion in Christ among all people was emphasized and expressed in this series dedicated to this important topic.
In this 5-part series, Fr. Harry Dean and Deacon Ronnie Lastovica discuss the contents of the Knights of Columbus booklet, Coping with a Suicide: Catholic Teaching and Pastoral Response. Throughout the series they specifically address the following topics in regards to their pertinence to the prison population and criminal justice system: 1) Why does someone commit suicide?, 2) What could have been done to prevent a suicide?, 3) Does the person who commits suicide go to hell?, 4) How does one grieve this type of loss?, 5) Strategies for healing in the survivors of suicide, 6) What should be told about the suicide?, 7) How does one support those grieving over a loss by suicide?, 8) What are the signs that a person is at risk for committing suicide?, 9) What are some conditions associated with a higher risk for suicide?, 10) What should be done to help someone who is at risk for committing suicide?, 11) Why is there so much teen suicide?, 12) List some references and resources for those working with those around the topic of suicide, and 13) Identifying the signs of suicide. Although not a comprehensive source on suicide, this booklet and the discussion in these sessions attempt to help survivors, and those who are concerned about them, with some of the questions and doubts that commonly arise in the attempt to come to terms with bereavement by suicide.
In this 5-part series, Fr. Harry Dean and Deacon Ronnie Lastovica discuss the contents of the Knights of Columbus booklet, Coping with a Suicide: Catholic Teaching and Pastoral Response. Throughout the series they specifically address the following topics in regards to their pertinence to the prison population and criminal justice system: 1) Why does someone commit suicide?, 2) What could have been done to prevent a suicide?, 3) Does the person who commits suicide go to hell?, 4) How does one grieve this type of loss?, 5) Strategies for healing in the survivors of suicide, 6) What should be told about the suicide?, 7) How does one support those grieving over a loss by suicide?, 8) What are the signs that a person is at risk for committing suicide?, 9) What are some conditions associated with a higher risk for suicide?, 10) What should be done to help someone who is at risk for committing suicide?, 11) Why is there so much teen suicide?, 12) List some references and resources for those working with those around the topic of suicide, and 13) Identifying the signs of suicide. Although not a comprehensive source on suicide, this booklet and the discussion in these sessions attempt to help survivors, and those who are concerned about them, with some of the questions and doubts that commonly arise in the attempt to come to terms with bereavement by suicide.
In this 5-part series, Fr. Harry Dean and Deacon Ronnie Lastovica discuss the contents of the Knights of Columbus booklet, Coping with a Suicide: Catholic Teaching and Pastoral Response. Throughout the series they specifically address the following topics in regards to their pertinence to the prison population and criminal justice system: 1) Why does someone commit suicide?, 2) What could have been done to prevent a suicide?, 3) Does the person who commits suicide go to hell?, 4) How does one grieve this type of loss?, 5) Strategies for healing in the survivors of suicide, 6) What should be told about the suicide?, 7) How does one support those grieving over a loss by suicide?, 8) What are the signs that a person is at risk for committing suicide?, 9) What are some conditions associated with a higher risk for suicide?, 10) What should be done to help someone who is at risk for committing suicide?, 11) Why is there so much teen suicide?, 12) List some references and resources for those working with those around the topic of suicide, and 13) Identifying the signs of suicide. Although not a comprehensive source on suicide, this booklet and the discussion in these sessions attempt to help survivors, and those who are concerned about them, with some of the questions and doubts that commonly arise in the attempt to come to terms with bereavement by suicide.
In this 5-part series, Fr. Harry Dean and Deacon Ronnie Lastovica discuss the contents of the Knights of Columbus booklet, Coping with a Suicide: Catholic Teaching and Pastoral Response. Throughout the series they specifically address the following topics in regards to their pertinence to the prison population and criminal justice system: 1) Why does someone commit suicide?, 2) What could have been done to prevent a suicide?, 3) Does the person who commits suicide go to hell?, 4) How does one grieve this type of loss?, 5) Strategies for healing in the survivors of suicide, 6) What should be told about the suicide?, 7) How does one support those grieving over a loss by suicide?, 8) What are the signs that a person is at risk for committing suicide?, 9) What are some conditions associated with a higher risk for suicide?, 10) What should be done to help someone who is at risk for committing suicide?, 11) Why is there so much teen suicide?, 12) List some references and resources for those working with those around the topic of suicide, and 13) Identifying the signs of suicide. Although not a comprehensive source on suicide, this booklet and the discussion in these sessions attempt to help survivors, and those who are concerned about them, with some of the questions and doubts that commonly arise in the attempt to come to terms with bereavement by suicide.
In this 5-part series, Fr. Harry Dean and Deacon Ronnie Lastovica discuss the contents of the Knights of Columbus booklet, Coping with a Suicide: Catholic Teaching and Pastoral Response. Throughout the series they specifically address the following topics in regards to their pertinence to the prison population and criminal justice system: 1) Why does someone commit suicide?, 2) What could have been done to prevent a suicide?, 3) Does the person who commits suicide go to hell?, 4) How does one grieve this type of loss?, 5) Strategies for healing in the survivors of suicide, 6) What should be told about the suicide?, 7) How does one support those grieving over a loss by suicide?, 8) What are the signs that a person is at risk for committing suicide?, 9) What are some conditions associated with a higher risk for suicide?, 10) What should be done to help someone who is at risk for committing suicide?, 11) Why is there so much teen suicide?, 12) List some references and resources for those working with those around the topic of suicide, and 13) Identifying the signs of suicide. Although not a comprehensive source on suicide, this booklet and the discussion in these sessions attempt to help survivors, and those who are concerned about them, with some of the questions and doubts that commonly arise in the attempt to come to terms with bereavement by suicide.
In this first episode in a 6-part series, Father Harry Dean and Deacon Ronnie Lastovica share their experience of bringing the physical body and blood, soul and divinity of our Lord Jesus Christ in the Eucharist to those in the prison system. In this episode, our hosts discussed bringing the Eucharist to the general prison population. Specifically, Father Harry and Deacon Ronnie spoke about the celebration of Holy Mass, adult formation on the topic of the Eucharist, and dorm visits in the absence of the worshipping assembly in prison.
In this second episode in a 6-part series, Father Harry Dean and Deacon Ronnie Lastovica share their experience of bringing the physical body and blood, soul and divinity of our Lord Jesus Christ in the Eucharist to those in the prison system. In this episode, our hosts discussed bringing the Eucharist to those in restricted housing of the prison population. Specifically, Father Harry and Deacon Ronnie spoke about making requests to pay such visits, cell-side visits with the Eucharist, and bringing the power of the Eucharist into the darkest corners of a prison unit.
In this third episode in a 6-part series, Father Harry Dean and Deacon Ronnie Lastovica share their experience of bringing the physical body and blood, soul and divinity of our Lord Jesus Christ in the Eucharist to those in the prison system. In this episode, our hosts discussed bringing the Eucharist into the presence of separated brethren within the prison population. Specifically, Father Harry and Deacon Ronnie spoke about the opportunity to catechize the separated brethren, their observation of longing for the Eucharist by those who can only receive a blessing, as well as the rejection of Catholic sensibility by those who are our separated brethren in prison.
In this fourth episode in a 6-part series, Father Harry Dean and Deacon Ronnie Lastovica share their experience of bringing the physical body and blood, soul and divinity of our Lord Jesus Christ in the Eucharist to those in the prison system. In this episode, our hosts discussed bringing the Eucharist to prison officers. Specifically, Father Harry and Deacon Ronnie spoke about the times that they have observed both respect and disrespect from prison officers, the opportunity for prison officers can actually participate in the prison Mass, as well as times they have been sought after for assistance by prison officers outside of the context of Mass in the prison setting.
In this fifth episode in a 6-part series, Father Harry Dean and Deacon Ronnie Lastovica share their experience of bringing the physical body and blood, soul and divinity of our Lord Jesus Christ in the Eucharist to those in the prison system. In this episode, our hosts discussed bringing the Eucharist into prisons, where the presence of evil can often be seen. Specifically, Father Harry and Deacon Ronnie spoke about the Blessed Sacrament being reposed in a specific men’s prison, the visible sense of protection by the Eucharist in prison dorm and cell blocks, and how sharing the Eucharist is a true bringing of the Light into the darkness of the prison system.
In this final episode in a 6-part series, Father Harry Dean and Deacon Ronnie Lastovica share their experience of bringing the physical body and blood, soul and divinity of our Lord Jesus Christ in the Eucharist to those in the prison system. In this episode, our hosts discussed prisoners’ personal experience with the Eucharist, as heard in their own words at the synod listening session in Gatesville, Texas, in January 2022.
In this first in a 3-part series, Renee Brown, Father Harry Dean, and Deacon Ronnie Lastovica discuss finding happiness. Specifically, the following questions/topics were addressed: 1) How can people build genuine and long-lasting happiness? 2) What are some exercises people can use to promote gratitude in their life? 3) What are some techniques or tips people can utilize to demonstrate gratitude in relationships? and 4) Fr. Harry and Deacon Ronnie spoke about gratitude to God.
In this second in a 3-part series, Renee Brown, Father Harry Dean, and Deacon Ronnie Lastovica discuss finding happiness. Specifically, the following questions/topics were addressed: 1) How does exercise promote happiness? 2) How do meditation and mindfulness differ, and how does meditation influence happiness? 3) What are some other ways to create happiness? 4) Please share an activity for mindfulness, meditation? and 5) Fr. Harry and Deacon Ronnie spoke about fostering a relationship with God as a means for creating happiness.
In this third in a 3-part series, Renee Brown, Father Harry Dean, and Deacon Ronnie Lastovica discuss finding happiness. Specifically, the following questions/topics were addressed: 1) What is mindfulness and its components? 2) What are the benefits of mindfulness? 3) The practice of mindfulness was explained. 4) How do values influence happiness? and 5) Fr, Harry and Deacon Ronnie spoke to how mindfulness improves spiritual connectedness with God.
In this first in a 2-part series, Renee Brown, Father Harry Dean, and Deacon Ronnie Lastovica discuss Strength-Based Learning. Specifically, the following questions were addressed: 1) How do one's strengths promote positive mental health? 2) What are some questions people can ask themselves to determine their strengths? 3) What is an activity for strength exploration? and 4) How strengths promote God's love.
In this second in a 2-part series, Renee Brown, Father Harry Dean, and Deacon Ronnie Lastovica discuss Strength-Based Learning. Specifically, the following questions/topics were addressed: 1) What are some attributes a person could examine to determine their strengths of positive qualities? 2) How do strengths affect relationships? 3) An activity was shared for finding strengths in challenging times. 4) The Three Good People exercise for spotting strengths was shared. and 5) Fr. Harry and Deacon Ronnie spoke to strengths needed to strengthen and develop a relationship with God.
In this first in a 2-part series, Renee Brown, Father Harry Dean, and Deacon Ronnie Lastovica discuss mental health protective factors for those incarcerated and likewise for those who are not. In this session, our hosts spoke about the following: 1) What is meant by Protective Factors as related to mental Health? 2) What are healthy coping skills someone can use to promote positive mental health? 3) How can a person develop a sense of purpose while incarcerated? 4) What type of social supports are needed for a person to improve their mental health outcomes? and 5) How the Church can act as a social support for incarcerated persons, help incarcerated persons develop purpose, and how prayer can help as a coping skill.
In this second in a 2-part series, Renee Brown, Father Harry Dean, and Deacon Ronnie Lastovica discuss mental health protective factors for those incarcerated and likewise for those who are not. In this session, our hosts spoke about the following: 1) How can incarcerated persons increase self-esteem? 2) What attributes of physical should be addressed to promote good mental health? 3) What is meant by healthy thinking, and how does it act as protective factor 4) What are some things people can control that will build upon protective factors? and 5) How can focus on God, the Church, and the Sacraments promote healthy thinking?
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.
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.
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.
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.
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?
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?
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?
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?
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
In this episode of this 5 part series on trauma and sexual abuse, Fr. Harry, Dcn. Ronnie, Renee discussed the following:
1) What is trauma and how is it defined?
2) Help us understand the impact of trauma
3) What are some common immediate responses or reactions to trauma?
4) What are some common delayed responses or reactions to trauma?
In this episode of this 5 part series on trauma and sexual abuse, Fr. Harry, Dcn. Ronnie, Renee discussed the following:
1) How does trauma affect a person physically?
2) What is somatization and how is it related to trauma?
3) How does trauma affect the body's biological system?
4) Trauma can affect the ability to think and reason, how does it affect a person's cognitive abilities?
5) What are flashbacks and triggers as related to trauma?
In this episode of this 5 part series on trauma and sexual abuse, Fr. Harry, Dcn. Ronnie, Renee discussed the following:
1) How does trauma affect a person emotionally and what does it mean to be emotionally dysregulated?
2) What is traumatic stress and how is a person's behavior affected by traumatic stress?
3) What is the prevalence and link between substance abuse and trauma?
4) What role does avoidance have with traumatic stress?
5) In giving hope to trauma survivors, what are some resilient responses to trauma?
In this episode of this 5 part series on trauma and sexual abuse, Fr. Harry, Dcn. Ronnie, Renee discussed the following:
1) What is the prevalence of childhood sexual abuse and what constitutes childhood sexual abuse?
2) What are the effects of childhood sexual abuse for adults?
3) What is the impact of childhood sexual abuse?
4) How does childhood sexual abuse affect a person's sexuality?
5) What are some coping strategies for survivors of childhood sexual abuse?
In this episode of this 5 part series on trauma and sexual abuse, Fr. Harry, Dcn. Ronnie, Renee discussed the following:
1) What are the types of sexual abuse perpetrated against adults?
2) What is the impact of sexual assault on victims/survivors?
3) What are some of the common reactions or responses to sexual assault?
4) What is PTSD and how does it relate to adult sexual assault?
5) In relation to PTSD, explain the Twelve Spiritual Steps Program
In this episode on the four-part manipulation series, Fr. Harry, Dcn. Ronnie, Renee discussed the following:
Define manipulation.
What are some examples of manipulation?
Why is manipulation wrong?
Why do people manipulate others?
What are the goals of a manipulator?
In this episode on the four-part manipulation series, Fr. Harry, Dcn. Ronnie, Renee discussed the following questions:
What are the red flags of emotional manipulation?
What are some techniques utilized by manipulators?
What is gaslighting?
What are tactics people use to manipulate others to get what they want?
How does someone recognize the signs of manipulation?
In this episode on the four-part manipulation series, Fr. Harry, Dcn. Ronnie, Renee discussed the following:
Describe the type of people prone to being manipulated.
What are some common characteristics of victims of manipulation?
What is codependency and how does it allow for one to be manipulated?
What is the impact of being manipulated?
What are the short-term effects of being manipulated?
What are the long-term effects of being manipulated?
In this episode on the four-part manipulation series, Fr. Harry, Dcn. Ronnie, Renee discussed the following questions:
How can someone protect themselves against a manipulator?
How can someone stop being manipulated?
What can a person expect when they use boundaries with a manipulator?
What are a person’s fundamental human rights? How are they relatable to being manipulated?
In this session about grief, the team talked about the following:
The Grieving Process: Acute Grief Complicated Grief Integrated Grief
Stages of Grief: Denial Anger Bargaining Acceptance
Tasks of Mourning: Accept the reality of the loss Process the pain of grief. Adjust to a world without the deceased Find a way to remember the deceased while moving forward in life.
In this episode about grief, the following topics were discussed:
1) patience - have patience with yourself in this difficult time. Allow yourself to feel and to share as it seems helpful for you. Don't try to rush the process.
2) support from your family and friends are important. Seek out persons who are willing to allow you to be yourself and will listen as you need to tell your story of loss and talk about your favorite memories. Don't be afraid to ask for help. Most people are just waiting for an invitation to be able to do something to help you.
3) balance - of quiet and activity. It is so tempting to get on a marathon road race of constant activity in order to avoid thinking and feeling. This is not healthy. You need a balance of activity - especially shared with others -and quiet to allow yourself the needed time to think and feel.
4) rest is especially important during grief as it is an exhausting experience. Allow yourself at least 8 hours of sleep per night and even a time to rest during the day during the first few months of grieving. lf you experience an extended period of inability to sleep it would be helpful to talk with your primary care physician. Without adequate rest the emotional roller coaster of grief may be magnified and more difficult to manage.
5) talk with others who have experienced a similar kind of loss. Sometimes it is helpful just to know that others have thought and felt like you do. It is common for grieving persons to wonder if they are going "crazy," you will know you are not when you talk with someone who has walked a similar path.
In this episode about grief, the following topics were discussed:
1) drinking lots of fluids - while this may seem a strange thing to mention as part of the needs of grieving persons, it is important. Research has proven that during grief the body more quickly absorbs the fluids we drink. Thus, more fluids are needed.
2) exercising - (a little bit every day.) Physical exercise helps to keep the body chemistry working normally and will help to decrease signs of depression: Take a walk with a friend. Go to a yoga class. Put on some music and just move about in the privacy of your own room!
3) trusting in the process of grief - Grief is a natural process of bringing you back to a place of balance physically, emotionally, and psychologically. It has its own timing. Trust that within an emotionally safe environment you will be able to express the emotions that need to be expressed and will move toward healing naturally.
4) establish a grief container - It can be very helpful to set aside a little bit of time each day, at the same time if possible. During this time, be intentional about your grieving needs. Write about your thoughts and feelings in a journal. Look at photos and write stories. Listen to your favorite music and allow whatever feelings to come up to be expressed. Limit this time to no more than 45 minutes. Begin and end this time period the same way each day. For example, you might light a candle and then blow it out at the end. You might open your journal and return it to its place on the shelf each day. You might begin and end with a few moments of silence or prayer. Create your own ritual. This routine of opening and closing in the same way becomes the container that gives you cues this is the time to grieve and to ``hold your grief inside" when the time ends.
Grief is a physical experience as well as emotional, psychological and spiritual. In this episode, the team discussed the following topics:
1) noticing the body sensations you experience during this time, especially when you are actively grieving.
2) Noticing where in your body you carry your grief, or even certain aspects of your grief. For example, someone may carry their sadness in a certain way in their neck and carry guilt in their stomach.
3) Don't try to change it, just focus your attention on it and be quiet for a few moments, this engages the natural healing process of the body.
We are wonderfully created and grief is normal and natural, thus, healing is a part of our make-up as well. Sometimes grief can be complicated by the circumstances of the death, a difficult relationship, multiple losses in a short period of time, and a number of other factors. If this is the case, ask for some professional help. Grief counseling with a specially trained professional will make a difference. You will heal, and the intensity of what you're feeling will get better. Grief has the power to transform us.
In this episode of Restorative Justice, the following questions are discussed: 1) What are some specific skills people can use to manage conflict resolution? 2) We've talked about active listening before, but can you delve deeper? 3) Can you discuss what "I" messages are and give an example? 4) What is reflective feedback and its components? 5) What is meant by assertive communication and how do you use it? 6) How can people fight (argue) fairly?
In this episode of Restorative Justice, the following questions are discussed: 1) How do conflict resolution and communication work together? 2) What are some thoughts about communication? 3) Explain negative communication vs. positive communication? 4) What are the do's and don'ts of communication? 5) What are some focus areas for conflict resolution?
In this episode of Restorative Justice, the following questions are discussed: 1) What are some specific skills for deescalation? 2) What is active listening as opposed to just listening? 3) How do we acknowledge someone's feelings or emotions? 4) How can we obtain clarification from someone that is in crisis? 5) Why are open ended questions important and can you give examples?
In this episode of Restorative Justice, the following questions were discussed: 1) Can you define deescalation? 2) When have you had to use deescalation skills? Can you give examples? 3) What are some signs someone may be in crisis and deescalation may be necessary? 4) What are some behaviors a person can use to help someone deescalate? 5) What are some response techniques that can be helpful to help with deescalation?
Renee Brown, LPC with Catholic Charities of Central Texas, has personal and professional experience in the area of preparing for release from prison. Renee has family members who were incarcerated and in this 6-part series, she shares the step by step process of both preparing for release and surviving and thriving in the years following a prison term. This series is hosted by Fr. Harry Dean, a pastor in the Restorative Justice Ministries with the Diocese of Austin, Texas. His years of pastoral ministry are also interwoven in the discussion between he and Renee throughout this series.
Renee Brown, LPC with Catholic Charities of Central Texas, has personal and professional experience in the area of preparing for release from prison. Renee has family members who were incarcerated and in this 6-part series, she shares the step by step process of both preparing for release and surviving and thriving in the years following a prison term. This series is hosted by Fr. Harry Dean, a pastor in the Restorative Justice Ministries with the Diocese of Austin, Texas. His years of pastoral ministry are also interwoven in the discussion between he and Renee throughout this series.
Renee Brown, LPC with Catholic Charities of Central Texas, has personal and professional experience in the area of preparing for release from prison. Renee has family members who were incarcerated and in this 6-part series, she shares the step by step process of both preparing for release and surviving and thriving in the years following a prison term. This series is hosted by Fr. Harry Dean, a pastor in the Restorative Justice Ministries with the Diocese of Austin, Texas. His years of pastoral ministry are also interwoven in the discussion between he and Renee throughout this series.
Renee Brown, LPC with Catholic Charities of Central Texas, has personal and professional experience in the area of preparing for release from prison. Renee has family members who were incarcerated and in this 6-part series, she shares the step by step process of both preparing for release and surviving and thriving in the years following a prison term. This series is hosted by Fr. Harry Dean, a pastor in the Restorative Justice Ministries with the Diocese of Austin, Texas. His years of pastoral ministry are also interwoven in the discussion between he and Renee throughout this series.
Renee Brown, LPC with Catholic Charities of Central Texas, has personal and professional experience in the area of preparing for release from prison. Renee has family members who were incarcerated and in this 6-part series, she shares the step by step process of both preparing for release and surviving and thriving in the years following a prison term. This series is hosted by Fr. Harry Dean, a pastor in the Restorative Justice Ministries with the Diocese of Austin, Texas. His years of pastoral ministry are also interwoven in the discussion between he and Renee throughout this series.
Renee Brown, LPC with Catholic Charities of Central Texas, has personal and professional experience in the area of preparing for release from prison. Renee has family members who were incarcerated and in this 6-part series, she shares the step by step process of both preparing for release and surviving and thriving in the years following a prison term. This series is hosted by Fr. Harry Dean, a pastor in the Restorative Justice Ministries with the Diocese of Austin, Texas. His years of pastoral ministry are also interwoven in the discussion between he and Renee throughout this series.
The Luminous Mysteries of the Rosary are prayed by Fr. Harry Dean and Deacon Ronnie Lastovica of the Restorative Justice Ministries with the Diocese of Austin, Texas. This specific version features male chant in the background. This specific version of the Rosary also broadcasts each Saturday evening on RED-C Catholic Radio at 8:30 PM.
The Luminous Mysteries of the Rosary are prayed by Fr. Harry Dean and Deacon Ronnie Lastovica of the Restorative Justice Ministries with the Diocese of Austin, Texas. This specific version features female chant in the background. This specific version of the Rosary also broadcasts each Thursday evening on RED-C Catholic Radio at 8:30 PM.
Renee Brown, LPC with Catholic Charities of Central Texas, has personal and professional experience addressing the topic of distance parenting. This 6-part series addresses the techniques and value of parenting while distant from one’s children. Renee has family members who were incarcerated, leaving behind small children, and has gained a depth of ability in this subject, which also applies to families who have been separated due to illness, work, and military deployment.
Renee Brown, LPC with Catholic Charities of Central Texas, has personal and professional experience addressing the topic of distance parenting. This 6-part series addresses the techniques and value of parenting while distant from one’s children. Renee has family members who were incarcerated, leaving behind small children, and has gained a depth of ability in this subject, which also applies to families who have been separated due to illness, work, and military deployment.
Renee Brown, LPC with Catholic Charities of Central Texas, has personal and professional experience addressing the topic of distance parenting. This 6-part series addresses the techniques and value of parenting while distant from one’s children. Renee has family members who were incarcerated, leaving behind small children, and has gained a depth of ability in this subject, which also applies to families who have been separated due to illness, work, and military deployment.
Renee Brown, LPC with Catholic Charities of Central Texas, has personal and professional experience addressing the topic of distance parenting. This 6-part series addresses the techniques and value of parenting while distant from one’s children. Renee has family members who were incarcerated, leaving behind small children, and has gained a depth of ability in this subject, which also applies to families who have been separated due to illness, work, and military deployment.
Renee Brown, LPC with Catholic Charities of Central Texas, has personal and professional experience addressing the topic of distance parenting. This 6-part series addresses the techniques and value of parenting while distant from one’s children. Renee has family members who were incarcerated, leaving behind small children, and has gained a depth of ability in this subject, which also applies to families who have been separated due to illness, work, and military deployment.
Renee Brown, LPC with Catholic Charities of Central Texas, has personal and professional experience addressing the topic of distance parenting. This 6-part series addresses the techniques and value of parenting while distant from one’s children. Renee has family members who were incarcerated, leaving behind small children, and has gained a depth of ability in this subject, which also applies to families who have been separated due to illness, work, and military deployment.