DSJ Justice Blog

Maryland Becomes 18th State to End the Death Penalty

agiovannoni — Thu, 02 May 2013 16:50:35 -0400

It's official: Governor O'Malley signs the bill repealing the death penalty in Maryland! Today, Maryland became the 18th state in the Union to end the use of capital punishment. Please take a moment to thank Governor O'Malley for his years of hard work leading up to this Read more...

May Day Mass,Teach-in, and March for Humane Immigration Reform: San Jose

agiovannoni — Fri, 19 Apr 2013 19:37:36 -0400

May Day March and Rally for Immigration Reform

Detention Volunteer Training

blanch — Fri, 19 Apr 2013 18:54:58 -0400

Upcoming Dates:

February 15, 2014
May 17, 2014
November 15, 2014

For further information please contact Sister Maryann Cantlon, Coordinator of Restorative Justice at cantlon@dsj.org

Ascent Employment Program Seeks Volunteers

agiovannoni — Thu, 18 Apr 2013 19:28:54 -0400

The Ascent Employment Program (Queen of Apostles Parish) provides a lifeline to adults in the county seeking employment.This crucially important ministry helps people navigate the job application process; provides clothing for interviews; and sustaining, nutritious light meals during the long, difficult hours of the application process. Currently, Ascent is seeking volunteers for sh Read more...

Peace March and Rally for Humane Immigration Reform

agiovannoni — Mon, 15 Apr 2013 15:29:54 -0400

Catholic Campaign for Human Development (CCHD) Local Grant Applications Now Being Accepted

agiovannoni — Thu, 04 Apr 2013 16:10:32 -0400

The message at the heart of Catholic social teaching has always been justice and hope for the poor. The Catholic Campaign for Human Development (CCHD) is Catholic social teaching in action. Local diocesan grants are available annually. The maximum award is $10,000. Applications are due on May 15 and must be received by 5:00 pm. Read more...

Repeal of the Death Penalty in Maryland Imminent

agiovannoni — Mon, 18 Mar 2013 15:51:58 -0400

A Victory for Life and Human Dignity! Read more...

Volunteers Needed for Free Dental Clinic

agiovannoni — Thu, 21 Feb 2013 17:52:08 -0500

Health Professionals and Community Volunteers
Needed for CDA Cares Free Dental Clinic
Be a part of a community working together to help Californians in need
When: Read more...

Mitty Advocacy Day 2013!

agiovannoni — Wed, 20 Feb 2013 14:46:37 -0500

Ladies and Gentlemen! Get ready for the 3rd Annual Catholic Youth Advocacy Network Day in Sacramento on Tuesday, March 19th. Here is a Save the Date Flyer to distribute to your classmates and colleagues. Read more...

Santa Clara County Declares January 2013 Human Trafficking Awareness Month

agiovannoni — Fri, 11 Jan 2013 18:23:36 -0500

On January 15, 2013, at 9:00 A.M. Read more...

Mission Jamaica 2013: Save the Date!

agiovannoni — Wed, 09 Jan 2013 17:00:58 -0500

The next immersion trip to Jamaica will be April 1-7, 2013. The Mission Jamaica team is currently recruiting people from the Diocese of San Jose to participate. Experience the incredible beauty of Jamaica--its people, culture, and landscape. Enjoy this video: you will be proud Read more...

Bishop McGrath Issues Statement on Gun Control

agiovannoni — Mon, 07 Jan 2013 15:29:08 -0500

Bishop Patrick J. McGrath has issued a statement on the necessity of strict gun control in our nation following the tragic events in Newtown Connecticut, calling the "proliferation of handguns, semi-automatic weapons and other assault weapons. . Read more...

Free Holiday Meals in Santa Clara County

agiovannoni — Fri, 14 Dec 2012 14:34:28 -0500

Free Holiday Meals in Santa Clara County

Second Harvest Food Bank has provided a list of several places in Santa Clara County offering holiday meals and celebration. Read more...

Poverty Awareness Month 2013 Calendar of Resources

agiovannoni — Wed, 28 Nov 2012 15:15:07 -0500

More than 46 million Americans live in poverty. Americans families were having a difficult time making ends meet before the recession. With continuing unemployment and increasing costs of living, more and more families have to choose between necessities like health care, child care, and even food. Read more...

Information Session on Deferred Action Initiative

agiovannoni — Fri, 16 Nov 2012 14:04:39 -0500

Do you want to know about the president's Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals Initiative and how it can apply to you and your immigration status?
Join us for an information session on DACA and know more about: Read more...

Catholic Relief Services (CRS) Rice Bowl Materials for Lent 2013 Now Available

agiovannoni — Thu, 15 Nov 2012 15:46:49 -0500

Parish, School, and Diocesan Coordinators: The New CRS Rice Bowl is Here! Read more...

Stanford University Student 2012 Recipient of Prestigious Cardinal Bernardin Award

agiovannoni — Wed, 14 Nov 2012 18:06:27 -0500

The Diocese of San Jose is proud to announce the 2012 Cardinal Bernardin Award recipient: Stanford University student, homeless advocate and 2011 Freedom Rider, Karl Kamodzi. Read more...

California Catholic Bishops Issue Statement on the Defeat of Proposition 34

agiovannoni — Thu, 08 Nov 2012 16:09:38 -0500

The Catholic Bishops of California have expressed disappointment at the defeat of Proposition 34 to end the use of the death penalty in the state. The Most Reverend Gerald Wilkerson, President of the California Catholic Conference, calls this a "missed opportunity for us as a people." He states that "the penalty of death is not necessary to protect ourselves, punish t Read more...

Archbishop Cordileone Issues Powerful Statement in Support of Prop 34 to End the Use of the Death Penalty

agiovannoni — Mon, 29 Oct 2012 14:27:00 -0400

Archbishop Salvatore J. Cordileone has joined his fellow bishops of California in their unequivocal support of Proposition 34 to replace the death penalty with life in prison without possibility of parole. Read more...

Work of Human Hands Sale in Your School or Parish

agiovannoni — Wed, 24 Oct 2012 15:59:21 -0400

Please Consider Doing a Work of Human Hands Sale in Your School or Parish: Everyone Benefits Read more...