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Office of Justice and Peace NewsBlast Issued: 11/20/08
For more information about the Office of Justice and Peace, please visit our website at: www.archdiocese.la/ojp
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Please note: All new items on the Newsblast will be in this red. Events sponsored by the Office of Justice and Peace are listed first.
A. Upcoming Events
B. Action Alerts
C. Ongoing Programs/Resources/General Information
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Upcoming Events:
- Fr. Richard Benson, C.M., a moral theologian and frequent contributor to The Tidings speaking on Catholic Social Teaching~~ November 20, 2008
- Ten Thousand Villages Benefit Shopping Event~~ November 21, 2008
- Southern California Congress of the Divine Mercy~~ November 21-23, 2008
- American Indian Resource Center - a screening of short films at LA Skins Fest Film Festival~~ November 22, 2008
- St. James the Less Church Christmas Fair Trade Sale~~ November 22-23, 2008
- An Invitation to Join the Struggle against Torture~~ November 23, 2008
- International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women~~ November 25, 2008
- Sr. Gretchen Hailer, RSHM, Advent: The Call to Wait in Joyful Hope~~ December 2, 2008
- Garment Worker Center’s Shop with a Heart 08~~ December 4, 2008
- St. Nicholas Day Holiday Boutique Sponsored by the Sister of Social Service~~ December 6, 2008
- Archdiocesan Celebration of Our Lady of Guadalupe~~ December 7, 2008
- Different Faces on Poverty Symposium ~~ February 14, 2009
- 2009 Catholic Social Ministry Gathering ~~ February 22-25, 2009
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1. Fr. Richard Benson, C.M., speaking on Catholic Social Teaching~~ November 20, 2008
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Fr. Richard Benson, C.M., a moral theologian and frequent contributor to The Tidings will be giving a workshop entitled “Love of God and Neighbor: Catholic Social Teaching for Today.”
When: Thursday November 20, 2008 @ 7:00 PM
Where: St. Mel’s Catholic Church Activity Center
20870 Ventura blvd.
Woodland Hills, 91367
This Presentation will review the major themes of 100 years of Catholic Social Teaching.
Fr. Benson is a Vincentian Father, a member of the Congregation of the Mission, Province of the West. He has served at St. John’s Seminary, full time since 1993. Currently, he is the Academic Dean and Chair of the Moral Theology Department.
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2. Ten Thousand Villages Benefit Shopping event~~ November 21, 2008
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You are invited to a celebration of peace, and gifts that give back:
Where: Ten Thousand Villages, 496 South Lake Avenue, Pasadena, CA 91101
When: Friday November 21, 2008 from 4:00 to 8:00 PM
Anytime you buy the Fair Trade, handmade items at Ten Thousand Villages,
you are contributing toward improving lives of artisans around the world. During the
event on November 21st the store generously donates 15% of purchase proceeds to EMERGENCY USA-Life Support for Civilian Victims of War and Poverty directly supporting high-standard medical treatments for civilians injured by wars and poverty.
A beautiful way to shop as the holidays draw near.
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3. Southern California Divine Mercy Congress~~ November 21-23, 2008
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What: Southern California Congress of the Divine Congress
When: November 21-23, 2008
Where: 627 N. Arden Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90004
The theme of the Congress:
"Christ, the King of Mercy”
“He desires everyone to know this before He comes again as Judge. He wants souls to come to know Him first as King of Mercy” (Diary 378)
His Excellency Archbishop Tadeusz Kondrusiewicz, Archbishop of Minsk and Mahilyow, Belarus, will preside over the Congress. Among our speakers will be His Excellency Bishop Teodoro C. Bacani, Jr., D.D. from Philippines, Ms. Nancy Reeves, Ph.D., Sister Caterina Esselen, OLM.
For more information and Reservations call (323) 463-1333 or (323) 465-7605. Visit the parish website: www.ctkla.org and the Congress Website: www.divinemercy.opoka.org .
- An Invitation to Join in the Struggle Against Torture~~ November 23, 2008
Fr. Richard Benson, C.M., a moral theologian and frequent contributor to The Tidings, will speaking at St. Mel Parish on Thursday, November 20. ...
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4. American Indian Resource Center will host a screening of selected short films at LA Skins Fest Film Festival~~ November 22, 2008
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The American Indian Resource Center will host a screening of selected short films in partnership with LA Skins Fest, a film and video festival that celebrates Native American heritage.
When: SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 22, 2008 1 - 3 PM
Where: Huntington Park Library, 1st Floor Meeting Room
6518 Miles Avenue
Huntington Park, CA 90255
For more info please contact:
American Indian Resource Center
(323) 583-2794
airc@library.lacounty.gov
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5. St. James the Less Church Christmas Fair Trade Sale~~ November 22-23, 2008
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St. James the Less Church in La Crescenta (near the 2 and 210 freeways) is having its annual Christmas Fair Trade Sale on November 22 and 23, before and after all Masses (Saturday, 5:30 pm; Sunday 9 and 11:30 am). They will have handcrafted items, jewelry, toys, and some foodstuffs from around the world. Begin your Christmas shopping with St. James, knowing that the items you purchase will benefit the craftspeople and not some wealthy intermediary.
Address: 4625 Dunsmore Ave. in La Crescenta
Phone: 818-248-3442
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6. An Invitation to Join the Struggle against Torture~~ November 23, 2008
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Who: Interfaith Communities United for Justice and Peace, the Islamic Shura Council, Progressive Christians Uniting, the Episcopal Diocese, Rabbis for Human Rights, Pax Cristi and AFSC
What: invites you to join the rising tide of condemnation of the use of torture and cruel, inhumane and degrading treatment of prisoners by the United States government in Abu Ghraib, Bahrain, Guantanamo Bay and secret CIA prisons around the world.
When: Sunday November 23, 2008 from 3PM to 6PM
Where: St. John’s Cathedral - 514 W. Adams Blvd., L.A. 90007
Schedule:
3:00-4:45 PM Program
5:00-6:00 PM Choral Evensong
Speakers: The Reverend Canon Henry Atkins, St. Michael’s & All Angels Episcopal Church
Dr. Sarah Sentilles
Dr. Glen Stassen, Fuller Theological Seminary
Eisha Mason, American Friends Service Committee
Moderator: Rev. Dr. Gwynne Guibord
Homilist at Evensong: The Rt. Rev. Jon Bruno, Bishop of the Episcopal Diocese of Los Angeles
· Canon Henry Atkins will frame the issue of U.S. - sponsored torture historically and theologically and present a Christian perspective on the moral imperative for mobilizing against torture.
· Dr. Sarah Sentilles, whose dissertation at Harvard Divinity School focused on the photographs from Abu Ghraib, will speak about the erosion of the morality and soul of a nation when it engages in torture.
· Dr. Glen Stassen will discuss the work of Evangelicals for Human Rights in opposing torture and the call to abolish torture from an Evangelical Christian perspective.
· Eisha Mason will discuss recent successes from grassroots mobilization and will provide specific opportunities for action.
For more info call (213) 626-2265 or visit www.icujp.org
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7. International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women~~ November 25, 2008
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Stop Violence Against Women! Take Action! Get Involved!
Please join UNIFEM Goodwill Ambassador Nicole Kidman in support of UNIFEM's campaign to Say No to Violence against Women! Add your name to an ever-growing movement of people who speak out to put a halt to this shameful human rights violation (Goal One Million signatures+). http://www.saynotoviolence.org/
United Nations Development Fund for Women:
http://www.unifem.org/campaigns/vaw/facts_figures.php
16 Days Campaign
http://www.cwgl.rutgers.edu/16days/home.html
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8. Sr. Gretchen Hailer, RSHM, Advent: The Call to Wait in Joyful Hope (An evening of spiritual reflection) ~~ December 2, 2008
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When: Tuesday, December 2, 2008 from 7-9 PM
Where: St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church
1835 Larkvane Rd.
Rowland Heights, CA 91748
Sr. Gretchen Hailer is a Religious of the Sacred Heart of Mary. She serves as an independent faith formation consultant for Catholic publishers, producers, dioceses and parishes as well mainline Christian congregations throughout the country. She is a frequent speaker on topics related to faith formation, spirituality and media literacy.
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9. Garment Worker Center’s Shop With a Heart~~ December 4, 2008
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Who: The Garment Worker Center
What: invites you to attend its annual celebration and holiday fair trade festival.
When: Thursday December 4, 2008 from 6PM-9PM Reception and Sale
Where: 1250 S. Los Angeles St., L.A. 90015
Special recognitions will go out to Bet Tzedek and Kimi Lee and for the first time, the Fair Trade Holiday Store will be open to the public from Dec 5th to Dec 12th.
Tickets are $15 for more information please call (213) 748-5866 or visit www.garmentworkercenter.org
http://garmentworkercenter.tiktala.com/campaigns/shop-with-a-heart-08
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10. St. Nicholas Day Holiday Boutique Sponsored by the Sister of Social Service~~ December 6, 2008
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When: Saturday, December 6, 2008 from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Where: Holy Spirit Retreat Center
4316 Lanai Rd.
Encino, CA 91436
Great prizes! Home made Goodies! World art!
For more info please call (818) 285-3355 or visit www.sistersofsocialservice.com
All Proceeds will benefit the Sister of Social Service and their ministries
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11. Archdiocesan Celebration of Our Lady of Guadalupe~~ December 7, 2008
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What: Procession & Eucharistic Liturgy
When: December 7, 2008 Procession starting at 12:00 P.M. Liturgy at 1:30 P.M.
Where: Procession begins at the corner of Long Beach FWY (710) and Cesar Chavez Ave., near La Soledad Church.
Liturgy will be celebrated by Cardinal Mahoney at East L.A. College 1301 Cesar Chavez Ave., Monterey Park.
Should you have any questions, please call: Resurrection Parish at (213) 268-1141
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12. Different Faces of Poverty Symposium~~ February 14, 2009
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Key Note Speaker: Simone Campbell, SSS
With interactive workshops in the areas of:
The Detention of persons Suzanne Jabro, CSJ
Health Care and Vulnerable populations Lucin Wulsin
Human Trafficking Kay Buck
Immigration Amalia Molina
Migrants and Refugees (Palestinian) Laila Al Marayati
War and Violence TBA
Water/Sustainability Development James De Harpporte, CRS
The World Food Crisis Michael Flood
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13. 2009 Catholic Social Ministry Gathering ~~ February 22-25, 2009
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Save the Date for the 2009 Catholic Social Ministry Gathering, February 22-25, 2009. This year's theme "Christ Our Hope: Healing a Broken World," echoes the message of Pope Benedict’s pastoral visit to our nation. More detailed registration information to come! Visit their website: www.catholicsocialministrygathering.org.
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- Action Alerts
- Catholic Charities requests financial assistance to aid in California wild fire relief
- Catholic Campaign for Human Development Annual Collection~~ November 22-23, 2008
- National Network to End Violence Against Immigrant Women
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1. Catholic Charities requests financial assistance to aid in California wild fire relief
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Catholic Charities of Los Angeles is requesting donations to assist the victims of the recent wild fires in Los Angels, Santa Barbara and Ventura Counties. The funds will be used to assist the individuals and families with housing, food, clothing, financial assistance and counseling. If you are able to contribute, please call Catholic Charities at (213) 251-3494, or mail you donation to Catholic Charities of Los Angeles, Resource Development Department, 1531 James M. Wood Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90015-0095. You many also go to Catholic Charities’ website at www.Catholiccharitiesla.org to donate online. Thank you, in advance for your compassion and generosity.
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2. Catholic Campaign for Human Development Annual Collection~~ November 22-23
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For 37 million Americans, there is a thin line: between eviction and home, between hunger and health, between unemployment and work, between anxiety and stability. This line is the poverty line, and it is set at an annual income of $20,444 for a family of four. But one by one, working together, we can reverse the trend. By joining with those in need, we can change the picture of poverty to one of hope.
The CCHD collection will be held the weekend of November 22-23, 2008. Since 1970, CCHD has worked in our name to help people break the cycle of poverty, not for just a day, but for a lifetime through projects that support low-income people as they work together to solve community problems, increase educational opportunities, and create jobs.
Because of your generosity, last year alone nearly $400,000 was awarded to 23 organizations in the Archdiocese. This funding has helped restore human dignity when it has been compromised or damaged by the “hellish cycle of poverty,” as described by Pope Paul VI. Please donate prayerfully and generously next weekend. Envelopes are in the pews and a flyer is included in the bulletin.
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3. National Network to End Violence Against Immigrant Women
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Action requested by the National Network to End Violence Against Immigrant Women: Persons who are not citizens, and have been victims of crime (including trafficked victims), must pay high fees in order to overcome the problem of lacking a passport. This makes getting a U or T-visa difficult and hence lessens the possibility that these persons will testify in court, even though law enforcement has certified that they are helpful in the investigation or prosecution.
Please contact your legislators and have them call Homeland Security Chief, Secretary Chertoff, to ask that he "issue a
U- and T-visa fee waiver guidance" which will allow these persons to explain why they deserve a waiver and Immigration complete their applications for status. Chertoff's number is: 202-282-8495.
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C. Ongoing Programs/Resources/General Information
- Fair Trade Sports
- Simone Campbell on the Economic Crisis
- California Catholic Conference Legislative Network ~~ Sign up Today
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1. Fair Trade Sports Holiday Shopping
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Thanksgiving is a time to give thanks, not shop...but if you do find yourself caught up in the season's shopping frenzy, consider purchasing a gently used item, rather then something brand new. For instance, if you are in need of a new soccer ball for your family, look at your local thrift shop, consignment store, or "Play It Again" retail store. If you still cannot find the sports ball you seek, you could visit our friends at www.fairtradesports.com, who have the world's first line of eco-certified Fair Trade sports balls for soccer, football, and basketball.
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2. Simone Campbell on the Economic Crisis
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Sister Simone Campbell, national coordinator for NETWORK, a Catholic social justice lobby group, speaks about the moral dimensions of the economic crisis and the role it might play in voters' decisions.
Click on the link below
http://www.pbs.org/wnet/religionandethics/blog/2008/10/simone-campbell-on-the-economi.html
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3. California Catholic Conference Legislative Network ~~ Sign up Today
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Stay Informed! Make a Difference!
The Catholic Legislative Network – a cooperative venture of all 12 arch/diocese in California – is a simple way to keep up on the public policy issues of the day and explore how Catholic social teaching applies. Sign up today at www.cacatholic.org.
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