15 Ways You Can Help Combat Human Trafficking

Just a reminder as we wind down National Slavery and Human Trafficking Prevention Month:  The US Department of State has provided a list of 15 ways to help combat human trafficking (available here).  No matter where we are, no matter our ministry, we can find at least one way to assist in human trafficking prevention efforts by referencing this list.

For your February Calendar

Here are some dates you might want to remember during the month of February:

• African American History Month
• February 8: International Day of Prayer and Awareness Against Human Trafficking
• February 11:  World Day of the Sick
• February 14:  Ash Wednesday
• February 20: World Day of Social Justice

Learn, Serve, Lead, Succeed

Happy Catholic Schools Week (January 28-February 3) to everyone involved in Catholic education throughout the country!  This year's theme is "Catholic Schools: Learn, Serve, Lead, Succeed." 

We send special prayers to all Sisters of Christian Charity who minister in Catholic education, their colleagues and their students.  Click here to find a listing of the schools and colleges where the Sisters of Christian Charity from the Eastern Province minister. 

To learn more about Catholic Schools week, visit the website of the National Catholic Education Association

9 Days for Life: Day 9

Today's intercession:  For God's peace to fill the hearts of all who travel upon the path of adoption.

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9 Days for Life: Day 8

Today's intercession:  For an end to the use of the death penalty in our country.

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9 Days for Life: Day 7

Today's intercession:  May those who long for a child of their own be filled with trust in God's loving plan.

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9 Days for Life: Day 6

Today's intercession:  May those near the end of their lives receive medical care that respects their dignity and protects their lives.

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