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NBCC Special Report:
Forming Consciences for Faithful
Citizenship
A Call to Political Responsibility from the Catholic Bishops of the
United States ~ United States Conference of Catholic Bishops
 As a nation, we share many blessings and strengths,
including a tradition of religious freedom and political participation. However, as a
people, we face serious challenges that are clearly political and also profoundly moral.
We are a nation founded on “life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness,” but the right
to life itself is not fully protected, especially for unborn children, the most vulnerable
members of the American family. We are called to be peacemakers in a nation at war.
We are a country pledged to pursue “liberty and justice for all,” but we are too often
divided across lines of race, ethnicity, and economic inequality.
Certificate in Pastoral Ministry to African-American Catholics
The Religious Studies Division of Saint Charles Borromeo Seminary offers the Certificate in Pastoral Ministry to African-American Catholics (MAAC) program in a completely online format. The primary intent of the MAAC Program is to provide an academic setting to form and develop students for leadership for the African-American parishes. The program is designed for those engaged in pastoral service to parish communities of largely African-American Catholic membership. The program is also open to all interested persons, regardless of religious or ethnic background.
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2008-2009 "Mitchell Scholars" Banquet
For the first time in the history of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia there is a new scholarship earmarked for African American high school students who live in the city. The new Monsignor John Mitchell Memorial Scholarship was announced earlier this year. The 2008-2009 "Mitchell Scholars" are Tiana Drummond, Marquis Hudson, Tyron Stinson, and Wallace Weaver. A black-tie banquet is planned to honor these scholars and to increase the resources of this fund. With keynote speaker the Most Rev. Wilton D. Gregory, Archbishop of Atlanta, and guest speaker, Cardinal Justin Rigali, Archbishop of Philadelphia, the gala will be held at the City Line Hilton in Philadelphia on Sunday, Nov. 2 from 6 to 9 p.m. Tickets are $120 for the reception and dinner program.
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Order 2009 Josephite Calendar
Our 2009 calendar is blessed by Fr. Jim's beautiful interpretation of Biblical scenes. This year's theme, My Lord and My God, John 20:28, is beautifully expressed with brilliant color, religious sensitivity and artistic vision. Our cover picture (also reproduced in April) was specially done by Fr. Jim for the 2009 Josephite African American History & Heritage Calendar.
Once again Fr. Joseph Folzenlogen, S.J., has very kindly provided electronic files for Fr. Jim's artwork. We are grateful. Fr. Joseph celebrated 50 years as a priest in May 2008 -Congratulations!
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GRANT: Louisville Institute Invites Grant Applications for Christian Faith and Life Grant Program
The program supports research projects by academics or pastors that will bring
the resources of the ethical, liturgical, and doctrinal wisdom of the Christian
faith into closer relation to the daily lives of practicing Christians; describe
more fully how the Christian faith is actually lived by contemporary Christians
of various ages, circumstances, and traditions; and make more accessible to
religious believers the themes of Christian faith in relation to the realities
of their contemporary lives. Applicants must have earned the terminal degree in
their chosen vocation.
More information
at:
www.louisville-institute.org/Grants/programs.aspx
Social Action Summer Institute
A National Institute for Catholic Social Justice Ministries
July 20-25, 20089
For Catholic social justice leaders who want to learn
more about Catholic social teaching, apply it to the “signs of the times” and
learn skills to be more effective in the public arena, all within the context of
prayer, liturgy, and a Catholic spirituality of social justice. A supportive and
challenging community of peers helps all participants grow.
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Registration Packet
1st Assembly of the Southern Conference of Catholic AIDS Ministers
July 20-25, 20089
The Southeastern Conference of Catholic AIDS
Ministers (SECCAM) was established in May of 2007 to respond to the growing need
for a Catholic-based response to the AIDS epidemic in the Southeastern region of
the United States. It emerged from a concern of AIDS ministers and lay ecclesial
ministers about the root causes leading to the rise of HIV infections in the
South, now considered the "epicenter" of the second wave of AIDS in the country.
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Registration Packet
Pope Benedict's Apostolic Journey to the United States
Full coverage including Holy Masses, news, homilies, addresses and meetings
of Pope Benedict XVI Apostolic Journey in the United States can be found on the EWTN web site:
http://origin.ewtn.com/USPapalVisit08/index.asp
May is approaching and
we are extending the pre-registration deadline to June 1st. However, we
need registrations as early as possible so that the University can plan
adequately for room/board and classroom accommodations. Please take the
time to register for the summer 2008 semester ASAP and encourage others
in your parish, congregations, organization and circle of friends to
register for the summer 2008 of holistic learning at the Institute.
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Archbishop James P. Lyke
Conference
"The Way, The Truth and The Life"
July 10-13, 2008
The Lyke Conference is a Roman Catholic liturgical conference.
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Download Flyer (requires free adobe pdf viewer)
- Go to www.lykeconference.com for more details
Hilton Hotel
and Towers
1521 West Pinhook Road
Lafayette, LA 70503
Phone: 337-235-6111
Fax: 337-237-6313
www.Hilton.com
Abortion. It's
a word that grips us when we hear it-sometimes with anger, sometimes with fear,
and oftentimes with pain. Most people avoid the subject. Many advocate a
position on the streets, in the courtrooms, or in the halls of Congress, while
some pray for its end. But what about the tens of millions of Americans who've
been personally touched by abortion? How can they find a safe place away from
the polarized debate where they can make sense of their abortion experiences and
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What is a purity, abstinence, chastity support
group? You've heard about AA, NA, SA, cancer, diabetes grief and all the other
support groups. Now there is a support group for those singles who are fed up,
tired of relationships with people who talk about they are "good" Christians,
Jews or Muslims or "people of faith" yet when you go on a date or have an
intimate relationship with them they are no different than "worldly" or secular
people. [They use catch phrases like: "We're only human.]
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National Association for the Education of African American Children with Learning Disabilities
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NAEAACLD
Newsletter (requires free adobe pdf viewer).
NBCC Special Report:
A Proven Foundation For Fruitful Ministry
Congress X Plan of Action
A Proven Foundation for Fruitful Ministry:
Congress X Plan of Action is our guidebook for the next five years.
You will find here theological insights and practical steps that your
parish and diocese can use to carry out our shared commitments. Those
commitments are rooted in the evangelization mission of the
National Black Catholic Congress. Full
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