by Beth | Mar 4, 2005 | Justice and Peace
Citing an obligation to advocate for the poor — as representatives of religious charities — more than 75 people gathered at the (Oregon) state Capitol on Monday to discuss strategies and to schedule meetings with lawmakers. February 22, 2005 During... by Beth | Feb 17, 2005 | Justice and Peace
Ascension Heath is hosting a luncheon for SVDP-Voice of the Poor (VOP) and Vincentian family members attending the Catholic Social Gathering. This will provide an opportunity to meet and share. The luncheon is scheduled for Monday, February 21, 12 noon at the Hyatt... by Beth | Feb 16, 2005 | Justice and Peace
The statement, “God’s Earth is Sacred: An Open Letter to Church and Society in the United States,” points out that there is both an environmental and a theological crisis that must be addressed. ‘God’s Earth is Sacred’ – In Open Letter,... by Beth | Feb 2, 2005 | Justice and Peace
Stations of the Cross: A Reflection on Debt By Linda Jones, Catholic Agency for Oversease Development (CAFOD) Introduction Leader: “Whatever the detailed history of today’s debt-ridden countries… those who could be blamed least, the poorest people in the poorest... by Beth | Jan 7, 2005 | Justice and Peace
January Is “Poverty In America Awareness Month” – New Media Campaign Focuses On Solutions To Poverty Catholic Campaign for Human Development leads effort to raise awareness of community-based programs that work to break the cycle of poverty. WASHINGTON (January... by Beth | Dec 29, 2004 | Justice and Peace
As Christmas approaches, Christians ask themselves: Am I an optimist or a pessimist? The answer is found in a prayer in the season’s liturgy: “Lord, we feel unworthy servants of Thee and sadly feel all the evil that makes our life empty. Give us however...
