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Urgent: Protect Unemployed People and Their FamiliesThis Christmas
When the economy fails to paroduce enough decent jobs, there is a moral obligation to protect workers who are unemployed through no fault of their own. At the end of this year, many unemployed workers throughout the country and their families could lose the basic income security that is provided to them through their unemployment benefits. Read more...
Posted in Economic Justice/Poverty on December 15, 2011 by agiovannoni
Free Holiday Meals
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. Please pass on the good news.
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Posted in Economic Justice/Poverty on December 14, 2011 by agiovannoni
In the Spirit of St. Francis and the Sultan: Timely New Module from JustFaith Ministries
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Posted in Global Solidarity on December 9, 2011 by agiovannoni
Holiday Shopping with a Conscience
GIFTING WITH A CONSCIENCE
Alternatives to Consumer Oriented Shopping
Christmas "gifting" can be an expression of solidarity with the poor and vulnerable. Opportunities include: Read more...
Posted in Global Solidarity on December 2, 2011 by agiovannoni
Pope Benedict's Comments on Climate Change
Anticipating the meeting in Durban, South Africa, Pope Benedict XVI urged the international community to reach an agreement on the dire and complex problem of climate change, noting its disproportionate impact on poor and vulnerable populations. "I hope that all members of the international community can agree on a responsible, credible and supportive response to this worrisome and c Read more...
Posted in Environmental Justice on November 28, 2011 by agiovannoni
Victory for Life and Dignity: Oregon Governer Halts Executions
Posted in Respect Life on November 23, 2011 by agiovannoni
Annual Catholic Campaign for Human Development (CCHD) Collection
The annual CCHD collection takes place this year on November 19-20 in the parishes of the San Jose Diocese. Collection resources have been shipped to all parishes. Read more...
Posted in Economic Justice/Poverty on November 16, 2011 by Rjiminez
Action Alert from CRS: The Life and Death Implications of Proposed Cuts to Poverty-Focused International Aid
At this moment, Congress stands poised to let severe cuts in life-saving international aid to the poor happen by November 23. According to Deacon Joe Symkowich of Catholic Relief Services, West Region, these cuts will amount to “death sentences” for poor and vulnerable people, especially those just barely surviving the cruel drought and famine in the Horn of Africa and other c Read more...
Posted in Global Solidarity on November 2, 2011 by agiovannoni
Prayer for Flood Victims in Thailand
Severe Flooding Crisis in Thailand: CRS Responds Read more...
Posted in Global Solidarity on October 31, 2011 by agiovannoni
Workers in the Vineyard: Developing Effective Respect Life and Social Justice Ministry
Featuring Tom Ulrich, Author of Strategies for Success: Parish Social Ministry
When: Saturday, November 5th, 2011 (9:00 – 3:00 PM)
Where: Christ the Light Cathedral Conference Center 2121 Harrison Street Oakland, CA, 94612 Read more...
Posted in Respect Life on October 28, 2011 by agiovannoni
Silicon Valley Food Justice Summit: Come Learn How Food and Justice are Intimately Connected
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Did Mass on Labor Day weekend make you more aware of food justice? Want to learn more? Read more...
Posted in Economic Justice/Poverty on October 21, 2011 by agiovannoni
PACT Faith Communities Divest Millions to Hold Big Banks Accountable
On Wednesday, October 12th, People Acting in Community Together (PACT) faith leaders staged a powerful public witness against Bank of America and Wells Fargo, denouncing the banks' unjust and illegal foreclosure practices, and collectively divesting millions of dollars out of these banks. Father Eddie Samaniego, Pastor of Most Holy Trinity Catholic Church in East San Jose, announced his p Read more...
Posted in Economic Justice/Poverty on October 13, 2011 by agiovannoni
Say NO to the Death Penalty in Santa Clara County
Please attend the Forum on the Death PenalyThursday October 13th from 5-9 pm at the Board of Supervisors Chamber, 70 West Hedding in San Jose. Your attendance is extremely important.
Thank your for your support.
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Posted in Respect Life on October 12, 2011 by agiovannoni
CCHD Community Development Grants Available
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Posted in Economic Justice/Poverty on October 5, 2011 by batton Say No to the Death Penalty! Death Penalty ForumPosted in Respect Life on October 3, 2011 by batton In Memoriam: Troy Anthony Davis, October 9,1968-September 21, 2011 Troy Davis, very likely an innocent man, was killed by lethal injection last night at 11:08 p.m.EST in the state of Georgia after the US Supreme Court--with no dissenting votes--denied him a stay of execution. May Troy rest in peace, and may his memory strengthen us in our fight to abolish the cruel barbarism of the death penalty in our nation. Read more... Posted in Respect Life on September 22, 2011 by agiovannoni Urgent: Troy Davis' Clemency Appeal Denied The state of Georgia has set Troy Davis' execution date for tomorrow, September 21st at 7 pm EDT. He is sentenced to die by lethal injection. Please keep Troy and his family in your prayers. Click here to learn more and to sign the petition to spare Troy's life--more signatures are needed. Read more... Posted in Respect Life on September 15, 2011 by agiovannoni Death Penalty Alert: Act Now on Behalf of Troy Davis Please act now on behalf of Troy Davis. The situation is dire. Though he is likely an innocent man according to updated evidence, Troy is scheduled for execution on September 21st at 7 pm (EDT). Read more... Posted in Respect Life on September 8, 2011 by agiovannoni 2011-2012 Respect Life Packets Now in RESPECT LIFE 2011--2012 I Came So That All Might Have Life, and Have It to the Full Read more... Posted in Respect Life on September 8, 2011 by agiovannoni Operation Rice Bowl Grants Awards Ceremony: You Are Invited! Operation Rice Bowl Special Awards Ceremony: Please Join UsYou are invited to a special ceremony to honor the recipients of the 2011 Operation Rice Bowl Grants Awards at the Chancery, Diocese of San Jose at 1150 North First Street, San Jose, on Saturday, September 24 from 10am to 12pm. Read more... Posted in Global Solidarity on September 6, 2011 by agiovannoni 
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