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Grosmaire parents describe forgiveness through restorative justice

Original: Restorative justice gave Ann Grosmaire’s parents a voice Deacon Andy and Kate Grosmaire describe how facing their daught

Deacon Andy and Kate Grosmaire recount how, after their daughter Ann was killed, they took part in a restorative justice process with her killer. Speaking publicly, they describe confronting the perpetrator directly, seeking accountability alongside healing, and drawing on their Catholic faith and belief in redemption to move toward forgiveness rather than purely punitive justice.

Why now: Their account of choosing dialogue and forgiveness over retribution continues to resonate in debates about justice, faith and healing.

Ann GrosmaireAndy GrosmaireKate GrosmaireCatholic Church

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• Restorative justice gave Ann Grosmaire’s parents a voice Deacon Andy and Kate Grosmaire describe how facing their daughter’s killer helped them seek accountability and healing, sustained by their Catholic faith and belief in the possibility of redemption. Read all 🔗… · CatholicNews@na.social · 2

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