Social Justice
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Contact Us
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Jackie Petersenjacqueline51449gmail.comSocial Justice Chair -
Pat Gagnepgagne59gmail.comSocial Justice Vice Chair -
Steve Regniersregnierlumenchristicc.orgCare Support and Justice
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2019 Message for World Day of Migrants & RefugeesPope Francis“The problem is not that we have doubts and fears. The problem is when they condition our way of thinking and acting to the point of making us intolerant, closed, and perhaps even — without realizing it — racist. In this way, fear deprives us of the desire and the ability to encounter the other, the person different from myself; it deprives me of an opportunity to encounter the Lord.”
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Mission & Purpose
The Social Justice Ministry at Lumen Christi promotes the Gospel values of dignity, justice, and care for creation through service to our parish, local community, environment, and world.
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Spiritual Foundation
Our ministry is guided by Catholic Social Teaching, which applies the Gospel message and centuries of Christian experience to the injustices of the modern world. We seek to uphold the dignity of every person and all creation.
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Goals
Our goal is to demonstrate our faith in God and belief in the Gospel message through action, self-education, and prayer. We strive to actively address the many issues that threaten our sisters and brothers and our world.
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Involvement
Palm Sunday March - parish members marched alongside thousands of area Christians; member Sr. Kathleen Storms was a featured speaker.
Ongoing seat on the Care, Support & Justice Ministry Council, reporting to Parish Council.
Presence at Parish Ministry Sunday.
New parishioner outreach, welcoming newcomers into justice work.
100+ active members, sponsoring annual events, education, and parish enrichment throughout the year.
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Social Justice Ministry Meetings and InvolvementParishioners are invited to attend Social Justice Ministry meetings on the first Wednesday of each month during the school year. Meetings begin at 6:00 PM and are held in the LCCC 1st floor conference room, with a virtual attendance option available.
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Introduction to the MinistriesRooted Together
- All four ministries share a seat on the Care, Support, and Justice Ministry, which reports directly to the Parish Council.
- Our ministries collaborate with numerous other parishes and interfaith organizations across the Twin Cities.
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Partner / Affiliate Organizations
The Social Justice Ministry collaborates with numerous organizations and institutions. We share in and support their activities and events just as they share in and support ours. Some of the relationships we have valued over the years include:
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