STEP 1—VOLUNTEER REGISTRATION

Immediately after submitting your Volunteer Registration Form, a confirmation message will appear containing the MoodleCloud link and access code for Domus Misericordiae, our online pastoral formation platform.

Do not close the confirmation page until you have saved this information.

Follow these instructions:

1. Open the MoodleCloud link provided in your registration confirmation.
2. Follow the instructions and use the access code provided.
3. Create your account using the same email address used for Volunteer Registration.
4. Save your username and password in a secure place.
5. Create only ONE account. If you already have an account, use your existing login.
6. Choose your preferred language: English or Español.
7. Continue your PPFE formation in the same language.

REMEMBER:  Your Domus Misericordiae account will be used for both your initial and ongoing pastoral formation. 

After you create your Domus Misericordiae account, begin your online formation in your selected language: English or Español.

Please complete the following courses in order:

An introduction to the mission, identity, responsibilities, and expectations of Catholic volunteers serving in jail, prison, and detention facilities.

An introduction to the spiritual, theological, ethical, and pastoral foundations of Catholic prison and detention ministry.

1. Begin with PPFE 000 before proceeding to PPFE 101.
2. Watch all required videos carefully.
3. Complete the assigned readings and activities, when applicable.
4. Answer and successfully complete the quizzes.
5. Follow each course section in the order presented.
6. Complete all requirements and obtain your Certificate of Completion for each course.
7. Save your certificates for future reference.

IMPORTANT: Watching the videos alone does not complete the course. All required activities and quizzes must be completed.

REMEMBER: Both PPFE 000 and PPFE 101 are required for initial ministerial formation and the Ministerial Endorsement process.

Every volunteer must obtain a Pastoral Reference Letter (PRL) from their parish.

Please follow these instructions:

1. Download the Pastoral Reference Letter (PRL) using the link below.
2. Ask your pastor to complete and sign the form.
3. Have your pastor or parish office submit the completed letter directly to the Office of Detention Ministry.
4. Confirm that your letter has been submitted.

IMPORTANT: The Pastoral Reference Letter is required to obtain or renew your Ministerial Endorsement.

Our ministry extends the Church's pastoral mission. Your parish recommendation affirms your relationship with the Catholic community and your commitment to serving others.

DOWNLOAD PASTORAL REFERENCE LETTER (PRL)

The PPFE Encounter Retreat is a three-hour, in-person experience designed to strengthen our Catholic pastoral identity, deepen our understanding of Christ's call to serve, and build a Detention Ministry Community of Care.

WHO CAN REGISTER?

All registered Detention Ministry volunteers are welcome to participate, including those who have not yet started or completed PPFE 000 and PPFE 101.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

• You must complete the Volunteer Registration Form before registering for the Encounter Retreat.
• You do not need to complete PPFE 000 or PPFE 101 before attending the retreat.
• During the retreat, the required formation process will be explained, and a deadline will be established for completing both courses.
• Completion of PPFE 000, PPFE 101, and the Encounter Retreat remains part of the requirements for Ministerial Endorsement.

REGISTER FOR THE PPFE ENCOUNTER RETREAT

We look forward to welcoming you as we grow together in faith, formation, and pastoral service.