During this time of social distancing, our incarcerated brothers and sisters in jails and prisons are unable to receive visitors. But, we can still serve them with messages of hope, encouragement, and support.

Through our archdiocesan Criminal Justice Ministry, you can send supportive notes to residents in local jails, juvenile detention centers, and prison facilities.  

Notes should be signed with first names only (No last names) and should not offer any personal contact information or location identifiers.  

Notes can be submitted electronically using the portal below.  Or hand written notes can be mailed to:

Archdiocese of Seattle/Criminal Justice Ministry
ATTN: Joe Cotton
710 9th Avenue
Seattle, WA 98104

Tips for what to write:

- If you were in their position, what would you want to hear from someone in the midst of such a stressful and scary time?
- What would you want to hear if you were suddenly unable to receive visitors who provide emotional & spiritual support?
- Share a comforting quote, prayer, poem, or encouraging scripture passage.
- Share some of the things you are doing from home to stay occupied.
- Express that you are thinking of them, care about them, and are praying for them.


These messages will be printed and mailed to facility residents.