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REMEMBRANCE OF HIROSHIMA AND NAGASAKI
from Gabino Zavala, Justice and Peace Director At 8:15 am on August 6, 1945, Hiroshima became the first city to suffer an attack by a nuclear weapon. Many were immediately incinerated. Thousands more died in the next four months because of the effects of nuclear...
The Bond of Charity Must Extend to All
by Fr. David Matz, C.PP.S., Sonnino Mission House, Berkeley, California As vaccinations allow the re-opening of all that was closed during the pandemic, it is a delight to see children in the school playground in Berkeley again. A coach was out with the children when...
Take Action For Common Sense Laws
from Gabino Zavala, Justice and Peace Director This week we entered Holy Week, the days leading to the Passion, Death and Resurrection of Jesus. As we reflect on the Paschal Mystery, especially the Cross of Jesus, we should recognize that in our midst there are many...
Provincial Statement on Responsum Document
March 24, 2021 Dear Members and Companions, In light of recent statements from a Vatican office regarding LGBTQ Catholics and their relationships, the Kansas City Province of the Society of the Precious Blood continues to uphold the dignity and equality of all people,...
Provincial Statement On Recent Gun Violence and Hate Crimes
March 24, 2021 Dear Members and Companions, We pray for the victims of gun violence in the United States, most recently, those in Boulder, Colorado and in Atlanta, Georgia. Our corporate stance against gun violence affirms our belief in the sacredness of life and...
Orlando Companions Visit With Justice Advocate Working Against Human Trafficking
As we continually discuss where the cry of the blood is calling us, the Orlando Companions wanted to learn more about human trafficking. This horrific crime is prevalent not only in Florida but across the United States and around the world. On Tuesday, March 8, the...