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Worldwide Day of Prayer, Fasting and Works of Charity
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Pope Francis has asked “believers of all religions to unite spiritually for a Day of Prayer and Fasting and Works of Charity to implore God to overcome the coronavirus pandemic - all believers together, believers of every tradition, to pray, fast and do works of charity...”
OUR THEME: In light of the reality facing many people, there has been a marked increase in domestic violence and child abuse. Tracking these numbers seems to be more difficult due to the quarantine and the abuser having greater access to victims, and victims having limited access to safety. The “safe place” model is not fully accessible and, in effect, there are more unreported cases.
DONATION: $10.00 per person or per family - please register below. Every dollar donated will be matched by Anima Christi Retreats.
BENEFACTOR: all money raised will assist Catholic Charities in its effort to provide legal assistance to the most vulnerable – victims of domestic violence and abuse, victims of crimes and human trafficking, individuals fleeing violence in their home countries, and children who have subject to abuse, abandonment and neglect. This work will help these individuals start or complete a path to legalization, and provide them the necessary status to help rebuild their lives.
FAST: The recommended fast will be bread and water for 24 hours on Thursday, May 14.
DONATION: $10.00 per person or per family - please register below. Every dollar donated will be matched by Anima Christi Retreats.
BENEFACTOR: all money raised will assist Catholic Charities in its effort to provide legal assistance to the most vulnerable – victims of domestic violence and abuse, victims of crimes and human trafficking, individuals fleeing violence in their home countries, and children who have subject to abuse, abandonment and neglect. This work will help these individuals start or complete a path to legalization, and provide them the necessary status to help rebuild their lives.
FAST: The recommended fast will be bread and water for 24 hours on Thursday, May 14.