Jail Ministry

“Be mindful of prisoners as if sharing their imprisonment, and of the ill-treated as of yourselves, for you also are in the body.”

Hebrews 13:3

Our vision is that incarcerated men and women may actively participate in the Body of Christ in our diocese.

Supporting the Incarcerated

Priests of the Diocese of Fort Wayne-South Bend are assigned to collaborate with the sheriff, chaplain and other jail officials to provide material and spiritual support to inmates. We believe in the need for Catholic inmates to have access to the Sacraments of Reconciliation and Holy Communion.

Supporting Families

If you have a loved one who is incarcerated, you are not alone, and support is out there. If you are looking for help, begin by contacting your parish priest.

Contact Us

Allison Sturm
Ministry Specialist
Ministry with Persons with Disabilities, Deaf Ministry, and Jail Ministry
[email protected]
260-399-1452