Mission Statement:

Believing in the God given dignity of all human beings, we provide non-violent advocacy for basic rights and needs for the vulnerable, consistent with the actions of Jesus and Catholic Social Teaching. We strive to promote public policy transforming lives so that all are physically, socially and emotionally secure. Through education, advocacy and encouraged involvement, we hope to integrate a quest for social justice into the life of the parish.

To date the Social Justice committee has engaged in the following activities in support of our 3 main areas of focus – Housing/Homelessness, Immigration, and Health:

• Education:
  • Weekly bulletin information on social justice teachings and committee focus.
  • Attended Contra Costa Housing Summit that gave information on encouraging people to get involved.
  • Attending the Multi-faith coalition and lobby days in Sacramento.
  • Coming this Fall: Just Faith Workshop to begin September 16^th for an eight-week session.
• Advocacy:
  • Contacting elected officials to support bills aligned with Catholic Social Teaching for Housing, Homelessness and Immigration.
• Encouraged Involvement:
  • Point in Time count supporting HUD funding and the need for proper housing for the homeless in Contra Costa County.

Public action in support of just treatment of children and families at the border

Meetings: 3rd Thursday of the month at 7:00 p.m. in the parish office
 

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