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"With firm determination to give ourselves completely to God we will actively practice and promote an all embracing social justice."
SCC Constitution (Art.24)
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In the spirit of our Foundress, Blessed Pauline von Mallinckrodt, we serve as instruments of justice and peace, working on behalf of all God’s people who are victims of injustice and violence today. The work of justice and peace is integral to who we are as SCCs and inherent in our charism and mission. We stand with and advocate for those who are voiceless in our society—the poor, the marginalized, the oppressed, the vulnerable and our suffering earth —to help restore human dignity and the rights of all of Creation. We are committed to listening to and acting on the “cry of the poor and the cry of the earth” through prayer, education and advocacy.
The SCC Office of Justice, Peace and Integrity of Creation publishes a monthly Update to provide information on current social justice issues as well as suggested actions that relate to these issues. Use the link in the side bar to access Updates.
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As we welcome March we are excited by the anticipation of Spring even if snow is on the ground!! Mother Earth loves to tease us! Some eager daffodils and crocuses have already made their appearance. And Spring training is in full swing!
Besides marking the advent of Spring, March is dedicated to remembering the contributions of women, both past and present. We celebrate Women's History Month and seek to raise women's voices in the arena of power where they have no voice. We pray for women who are marginalized and underserved and who are migrating from their country of origin to flee violence and poverty so their children will be safe and cared for. Let us pray each day for the women whose husbands, brothers and sons are fighting a war in Ukraine, the mothers who have lost children to recent gun violence, the women who are single parents and struggle to provide for their families, women who are trafficked or live in abusive situations and for all women who live in fear. As women religious we are called to pray for and speak for women whose dignity and rights are denied. Let us be creative in finding ways to do this work within our own ministries.
During March we will be assembling Blessing Bags for the homeless in Morris County and in the Bronx. If you would like to donate items we are in need of bars of soap, travel size shampoo and wrapped snacks. You can drop them off at the Motherhouse. Thank you for helping us continue our ministry to the homeless in collaboration with Hope One in NJ and the Mexican Coalition in NY.
May we continue to bring hope and healing to God's people, especially those most in need. Wishing you Lenten blessings ✝ along with an Irish blessing. ☘
Peace,
Sr. Patrice
JPIC Coordinator
"Holiness requires working for social justice which includes working to change social structures that oppress people." - Pope Francis
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Contact
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Sister Patrice Owensspowensscceast.orgJPIC Coordinator -
Sister M. Joanne Ladwigjladwigshcgmail.com
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