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Christian Reformed Church (2002). Response to Overture 1: Adopt a Study Report on Restorative Justice In "Minutes of Synod 2003", Acts of Synod 2003, pp. 617-618. Grand Rapids, Michigan: Christian Reformed Church in North America. Held June 14-19, at B.J. Haan Auditorium, Dordt College, Sioux Center, Iowa. Downloaded 8 September 2004.

In February 2000, the CRC Office of Social Justice convened a consultation of thirty-five persons connected to the criminal justice system in the United States and Canada. It was this group that initially advocated denominational involvement in restorative justice issues. Following this, a working group was formed to study and raise awareness concerning these issues. (excerpt)

Link: www.crcna.org/site_uploads/uploads/2003_acts.pdf

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