Action for Justice Blog

The Sisters of Notre Dame de Namur Ohio Province have signed the Advent Not Arms letter, calling for peace in the Middle East through a suspension of arms sales to Israel, a ceasefire, and urgent humanitarian aid for Gaza. Organized by Churches for Middle East Peace, this letter reflects the Advent season's hope for justice, peace, and the sacredness of all life. Read the full letter and join us in prayer and action for peace.

Explore Sr. Cj Willie, SC’s Advent reflections on the theme of Listening and join her in contemplating this sacred season. Take action this Human Rights Day by advocating to end federal death row sentences and supporting immigrant dignity through rapid response teams. Learn how you can make personal changes for climate care with One5c’s 12 Days of Underconsumption. Stay informed with expert insights on the Global Plastics Treaty and Catholic social thought post-election. Join the dialogue tonight on U.S. Catholic responsibilities and opportunities.

Discover Advent reflections by Sr. Cj Willie, SC, with a focus on listening, and explore resources like the Laudato Si’ Advent Calendar. Learn about advocacy efforts against plastic waste, support for migrants, and upcoming Catholic social thought dialogues. Engage with tools for reflection and action this Advent season.

Explore prayerful reflection, advocacy, and education in this call to action inspired by Rev. Steven Charleston. Learn how to respond to pressing legislative concerns like the Energy Permitting Reform Act, Ohio's HB 451, and federal nonprofit policies. Discover how community efforts can create positive change and support environmental and social justice

Explore resources and actions inspired by the Sisters of Notre Dame de Namur's call to contemplative listening, dialogue, and advocacy. Learn about pressing justice issues, support Black Catholic History Month, and join efforts to create a world of dignity, peace, and solidarity.

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Engage in prayerful reflection and take action during this election season with LCWR’s Transforming Grace Virtual Prayer Space, open starting November 4. Stay informed on global conflicts, including recent reports on potential food aid bans in Gaza, and find resources for participating in peaceful advocacy and responsible citizenship. Upcoming events include Georgetown University’s post-election analysis on November 12. Explore Catholic resources for Forming Consciences for Faithful Citizenship, encouraging a commitment to our faith through informed political participation.

Join the Sisters of the Immaculate Heart of Mary in prayer during the final weeks before the national elections, invoking the spirits of the signers of the Declaration of Independence and their wives. Learn how you can engage in prayer, advocacy, and action for the Haitian community in Springfield, OH, and find resources on key issues such as Ohio's Issue 1. Plus, discover how you can become a Prayer Partner for state legislators in 2025. Stay informed and make a difference!

Stay informed with our latest updates on Hurricane Helene, environmental advocacy, and upcoming events like the October 8 exploration of urban eco-spirituality. Learn how you can support causes such as banning vinyl chloride and advocating for the death penalty's abolition. Get resources on Ohio's Issue 1, voter registration, and actions for justice and the environment. Join us in prayer and action for a better world.

Keep the Haitian refugee community in Springfield, OH, in your prayers as they face threats and fear from recent manufactured rumors. Learn how you can support them through the Ohio Immigrant Alliance’s One Love Ohio platform. Plus, take action for justice in the case of Juan Lopez, murdered in Honduras for defending human rights and the environment. Stay informed on National Migration Week, and be aware of Ohio Issue 1 on this November's ballot.

Join the Adrian Dominican Sisters for the Season of Creation Peace Prayer every Tuesday at 4:00 PM (ET), from September 3rd to October 1st, for a time of scripture, reflection, and intercessory prayer. Along with prayer, take action by advocating for justice through the Farm Bill, supporting the ETHICS Act to end congressional stock trading, and preparing for National Migration Week. Explore resources to stay informed and involved in promoting Catholic social teaching and care for creation.

Join us in prayer as the Festival of Faiths concludes with a Peace Walk at Ault Park, and reflect on the poem "This is Normal" by Isabella Daley. Learn about upcoming actions for the UN plastic pollution treaty and key anniversaries celebrating African American Catholics. Stay informed on advocacy, education, and resources for living your faith in action.

Join the Peace Center of the Clinton Franciscans for a Prayer for Peace on August 6. Learn about the Laudato SI' Movement's ecological crisis conversations and President Biden’s support for Native rights. Explore new resources from the USCCB on responsible citizenship and political engagement.

The article "Prayer: Make a Positive Impact" by CRS features a prayer for wisdom, justice, and compassion. It highlights LCWR's virtual prayer events for the national elections, Beyond Plastics' campaign against false claims, and updates from the Archdiocese of Cincinnati Immigration Taskforce. It calls for advocacy on the John R. Lewis Voting Rights Act and provides USCCB resources urging Catholics to engage in political life as part of their faith.

St Kateri Habitat

Discover the significance of July 14, the Feast of St. Kateri Tekakwitha, the first Native American saint and patroness of Native Americans, the environment, and ecology. Explore her story and join in a special prayer from Franciscan Media. Also, delve into critical discussions on the plastic crisis in TIME Magazine, navigate political information sources during this election season, and access new resources from the USCCB on faithful citizenship. Learn more about responsible citizenship and participation in political life as a Catholic virtue.

Vote

Discover the latest updates on justice, peace, and care for creation in this weekly newsletter. Includes a powerful prayer by Woodrow Wilson, insights on a controversial Supreme Court ruling, and resources for faithful citizenship. Stay informed and take action to uphold democracy and ethical governance.

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Explore the compassionate prayer for those struggling without necessities in the intense summer heat and learn about recent actions and educational resources. Discover the latest immigration policy changes, support for Native communities, and updates on voting rights initiatives and resources. Stay informed and inspired to take action for justice and democracy.

World Refugee Day

Your beloved son, Jesus, taught us to ask, to seek, and to knock. We come before you in this spirit of prayer for those who are far from their homeland walking the path of migrants. They are our sisters and brothers, refugees fleeing violence, families fleeing poverty.

World Refugee Day

Your beloved son, Jesus, taught us to ask, to seek, and to knock. We come before you in this spirit of prayer for those who are far from their homeland walking the path of migrants. They are our sisters and brothers, refugees fleeing violence, families fleeing poverty.

The Sisters of Notre Dame de Namur received a certificate for successfully designating a Saint Kateri Habitat for people, plants, and wildlife. The garden of Mount Notre Dame Ohio Province office is registered in the Saint Kateri Conservation Center’s Community of Catholic Habitats for people and wildlife, to limit climate change, conserve biodiversity, and restore our relationships with God, each other, and Nature. Thanks to the Kateri Community at Mount Notre Dame for working on this certification, and for taking care of the people, wildlife, and nature surrounding the Province's Office.

World Environment Day

oday is the United Nations World Environment Day. The 2024 theme is land restoration, desertification, and drought resilience.

Fossil Fuel Industry

Reflect on Memorial Day with Mary Cummins Wlodarski’s poignant message about honoring the dead and valuing the living. Stay informed and take action on critical issues like green energy subsidies and protecting Indigenous lands. Join us in working for peace, justice, and a sustainable future.

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The Franciscan Action Network’s newsletter this week focuses on the Feast of the Ascension and the question, “What is ours to do?”

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Earth Day is Monday, April 22. Remember, this year’s theme is Planet Vs Plastic. Very appropriate to what we are focusing on as the Ohio Province. I hope you will pray this week for the opening of hearts and minds to the need to care better for our beautiful planet.

Thank you for your prayers yesterday for the Catholics at the Capitol Day. I have attached the information the Catholics who represented us gave to our Ohio legislators. I hope you will pray this week for those legislators to take to heart the issues discussed and to open their hearts to the wisdom of the Spirit.

On April 9, the Catholic Conference of Ohio will host the annual Catholics at the Capitol. Catholics from around the state will gather in Columbus to pray and to meet with state senators and assembly members to present a Catholic take on the issues faced by our society today