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Sept. 21 - International Day of Peace
The Catholic Nonviolence Initiative, a project of Pax Christi International, invites us to celebrate the first ever Catholic Nonviolence Days of Action, beginning September 21 on the International Day of Peace and ending October 2 on the International Day of Nonviolence. This celebration is a time for reflection and education about the importance of nonviolence and its roots in Catholic teaching and for taking action to promote nonviolence and just peace.

Here are some resources for the Catholic Nonviolence Days of Action:                                                                  
* Watch the recording of the webinar “Rethinking Security in a Pandemic”. You can also read the corresponding two-page brief. You can find a webinar and two-page brief on nuclear disarmament here.                                                                                                   
* Explore this brochure of resources from Pax Christi International for the Catholic Nonviolence Days of Action, which includes prayers, sample liturgies, action steps, and educational resources.                                                                                                        * Explore resources on their website for the International Day of Peace on Sept. 21.        * Participate in the Campaign Nonviolence Week of Action, September 19-27. Campaign Nonviolence is a project of Pace e Bene which seeks to build a culture of nonviolence.                                                  * Take a vow of nonviolence from Pax Christi USA.

Catholic Nonviolence Days of Action

LCWR is kicking off the international Catholic Nonviolence Days of Action this Monday, September 21st at 3pm  with the webinar, "Introduction to the Catholic Nonviolence Initiative".   Click here to learn more about the webinar and to register.   Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month
The Sisters of Mercy have compiled a list of resources for educators to use to celebrate Hispanic culture and contributions this month.  Click here to find the listing and then proceed to click on the websites for your specific grade level or audience. There is much to celebrate!  https://mercyedu.org/hispanic-heritage- month-resources/

Vote for the Common Good

 2020 Nuns on the Bus Virtual Tour --Sept. 23 through Friday, Oct. 23.                   Mark your calendar for the Nuns on the Bus Kick Off Rally: Wed.,Sept. 23 at 10:00
Who We Elect Matters now more than ever, and the bus tour will highlight the most pressing issues in our nation, elevate the lived experiences of those facing the greatest challenges, and prepare participants to vote for the common good.  The bus is "zooming" into 16 different states:

Week 1 (Sept. 23-Sept. 26) - Pennsylvania, New York, and New Jersey 

For more information:
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Election Reflections from LCWR
As the 2020 national election becomes more intense these next several weeks  LCWR’s practice of contemplative dialogue, deep listening, and mutual respect are prophetic actions that we can engage in.  They have created an 8 week long experience, “A More Perfect Union: 2020 Election Reflections.”  Week 1’s reflection, “Out of Many One” is now available. Succeeding week’s will be available each Tuesday on our webpage.

Franciscan Action Network: (3 min. video) https://youtu.be/vgZQL3RSfeo


Census Deadline is September 30th! Spread the word!

                       Celebrating the Jubilee for the Earth                               

ACS students celebrate the Season of Creation and reap the rewards of taking care of their vegetable garden!

Message from Pope Francis During the Season of Creation:  https://youtu.be/Ziryacd








On September 22nd, Manhattan College is hosting a Shoe Strike for Climate Justice as part of the Season of Creation and Climate Week NYC.  Sr. Mary Ann Jacobs and her students will participate in the event to raise awareness of the seriousness of climate change and its impact on our common home and future generations.

Creation Wonders on our Motherhouse Grounds













Thank you to all who take care
of our creation wonders!