Dear Families,
This weekend, Deacon Dennis Hayes reminded us that God wants us to love our neighbors as ourselves. He reminded us that God is Love and that we need to be that love in our community.
As a school, we recognize our responsibility in developing the whole child. Part of that formation of our students includes teaching the dignity of the human person as made in the image and likeness of God. When we see grave injustices carried out on our brothers and sisters, we all hurt. It can be challenging to talk with our children about these topics. But it is important to do so.
We have included the resources below to help you, the domestic church, as we educate the young people in our own homes about racism and the need to build a world of compassion, love and justice.
Book Recommendation:
- Everyone Belongs by the United States Catholic Conference of Bishops - Reflection on the reality of racism in our society as seen through the lens of history and faith, and act towards respect, understanding, and friendship. https://store.loyolapress.com/everyone-belongs
Catholic Resources:
Articles on Discussing Race at Home:
Videos:
Activities:
Please join our school, and parish, in praying for peace and healing.
St. Martin de Porres, Patron Saint of Race Relations and Social Justice, Pray for Us.
St. Elizabeth of Portugal, Patron Saint of Peace, Pray for Us.
Mary, the Immaculate Conception, Patron Saint of the United States, Pray for Us.
