PAX Christi
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About
Grounded in the gospel and Catholic social teaching, our PAX Christi ministry seeks to model the peace of Christ in our witness to the nonviolence of the cross through prayer, study and action rooted in justice for the common good of all God's children. Strive for peace with all, and for that holiness without which no one can see God. Hebrews 12:14 |
A Conversation with Camarillo Police Commander Eric Tennessen.
Communities are stronger and safer when residents and law enforcement professionals can relate as ordinary people with shared values, hopes, and dreams. The communities of Mt. Cross and Padre Serra are invited to a conversation with Camarillo Police Chief Eric Tennessen, Rev. Julie Morris, and Fr. Patrick Mullen to find ways to work together around our many commonalities, to build bridges and break down biases, and to foster awareness and understanding of training, tactics and goals of the Ventura County Sheriff's Department. |
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How to Vote Like a Catholic
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Catholics Care, Catholics Vote
"We vote because we are citizens. But we vote conscientiously because we are people of faith. Our consciences are formed through studying Scripture and the teachings of the Church, examination of the facts, and prayerful reflection." - Faithful Citizenship
We are called as Catholics to exercise our civic duty to vote with an informed conscience and with gospel values. Prayer and study should be our guide as we make decisions. In this election year, our duty and responsibility is to educate ourselves about the issues and candidates.
Here are several helpful resources:
We are called as Catholics to exercise our civic duty to vote with an informed conscience and with gospel values. Prayer and study should be our guide as we make decisions. In this election year, our duty and responsibility is to educate ourselves about the issues and candidates.
Here are several helpful resources:
- U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB)
- Forming Consciences for Faithful Citizenship, the Church's teaching document on the political responsibility of Catholics
- 7 Principles of Catholic Social Teaching
- Civilize It, a pledge campaign to promote civility, love our neighbors, and build community
- California Catholic Conference of Bishops
- Archdiocese of Los Angeles Office of Life, Justice and Peace
Catholic Social Teachings and the Signs of Times
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Our Truths
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Racial JusticeThis page is to assist Catholics and people of good will in reflecting on the evil and harm of racism by providing resources for education, awareness, prayer and reflection.Action:
Church & Bishops Statements and Documents Open Wide Our Hearts U.S. Bishops’ Pastoral Letter Against Racism Websites:
Books & Articles:
Videos:
USCCB Educational Resources (all ages) For Children Everyone Belongs, a book for children 5-12 Parish Opportunities Vertical Divider
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Prayers
Good and gracious God, Who loves and delights in all people, we stand in awe before You, knowing that the spark of life within each person on earth is the spark of your divine life. Differences among cultures and races are multicolored manifestations of Your Light. May our hearts and minds be open to celebrate similarities and differences among our sisters and brothers. We place our hopes for racial harmony in our committed action and in Your Presence in our Neighbor. May all peoples live in Peace. Amen. - Sisters of Mercy Other Resources |
About Catholic Social Teaching
It's what Jesus said!
Seven themes of our Catholic Social Teaching:
LAUDATO SI: ON CARE FOR OUR COMMON HOME
Read Pope Francis' encyclical.
It's what Jesus said!
Seven themes of our Catholic Social Teaching:
- Life & Dignity of the Human Person
- Call to Family, Community and Participation
- Rights & Responsibilities
- Option for the Poor & Vulnerable
- Solidarity
- Care for God's Creation
LAUDATO SI: ON CARE FOR OUR COMMON HOME
Read Pope Francis' encyclical.