What is the National Black Catholic Congress? Who are some of the Black Catholic Holy Men and Women? Hear from four women in our Archdiocese about their experiences of faith, racism, and cultural identify. This webinar will provide some historical background and shared experiences of what it means to be Black and Catholic. Opening Wide [...]
All too often leaders of the Church have remained silent about the horrific violence and other racial injustices perpetuated against African Americans and others. In this webinar Deacon Arthur Miller will share some of his Black Catholic experiences and suggestions to help us move forward as one body of Christ. Register here. Opening Wide Our [...]
How does racism affect Hispanic immigrants? How do they become the major target of immigration raids and mass deportations? Hispanics have been referred to by countless derogatory names, have encountered negative assumptions made about them because of their ethnicity, have suffered discrimination in applying for college, for housing, and in registering to vote. Fr. Mauricio [...]
How does racism affect Hispanic immigrants? How do they become the major target of immigration raids and mass deportations? Hispanics have been referred to by countless derogatory names, have encountered negative assumptions made about them because of their ethnicity, have suffered discrimination in applying for college, for housing, and in registering to vote. Fr. Mauricio [...]
Fr. Cheah is a Professor of Theology and Religious Studies at the University of Saint Joseph in West Hartford. His presentation will cover historical background of the Asian American Catholic experience, distinguishing features of this community, and Xenophobia and Anti-Asian Racism in the time of COVID-19 crisis. Opening Wide Our Hearts Series Click here for [...]
Thursday October 15, 2020, 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm The novel coronavirus pandemic has impacted nearly every aspect of society. In particular, it has aided in the rise of sex trafficking on national and global levels. Victims are being exploited through the internet, gaming platforms, web cams, and chat rooms. What is happening in CT? [...]
The Office for Catholic Social Justice Ministry of the Archdiocese of Hartford will hold a virtual Social Justice Gathering and Awards celebration on Tuesday, October 20, 6:45 social, 7:00 – 8:30 program. Kimberly Mazyck, Catholic Charities USA, will present the keynote address: Grab your knapsack, we have a house to build. Let us prepare [...]
In celebration of Laudato Si’ Anniversary Year, the Office for Catholic Social Justice Ministry’s Laudato Si’ Team has developed and will present the webinar series: Examining the Teachings in Pope Francis’ Encyclical “On Care for our Common Home”. Events are scheduled for Thursday evenings, 7:00 PM. Registration is free, but required. On November 5, 7:00 [...]
In celebration of Laudato Si’ Anniversary Year, the Office for Catholic Social Justice Ministry’s Laudato Si’ Team has developed and will present the webinar series: Examining the Teachings in Pope Francis’ Encyclical “On Care for our Common Home”. Events are scheduled for Thursday evenings, 7:00 PM. Registration is free, but required. On November 19, 7:00 [...]