Sunday Forums
by Fr. Bill Van Oss
I am delighted that Sunday Forums return beginning this Sunday. The forums begin at 9:30 a.m. in the parish hall. Here is the lineup for the next three weeks:
January 9 - Coalition of Immokalee Workers Speaker: Uriel Zayala-Perez
is a worker-based human rights organization internationally recognized for its achievements in fighting human trafficking and gender-based violence at work. It has pioneered the design and development of worker-led market-enforced approach to the protection of human rights in corporate supply chains. Begun in 1993, CIW has steadily grown to encompass The Fair Food Program, Anti-Slavery Campaign and The Campaign for Fair Food. Website: www.ciw-online.org
January 16 - Community Housing Resource (CHR) Speaker: Melissa Rice
CHR is an organization with the mission to provide affordable housing for families and individuals who work and serve the community of Sanibel. People sustain our community. CHR works to ensure that Sanibel remains a vibrant community where caring, experienced people are committed to your health, safety and welfare. Website: www.sanibelchr.org
January 23 - Common Hope for Guatemala Speaker: Shari Blindt
Fighting poverty with diplomas. Poverty ends wherever education thrives. Common Hope works with families that want to lift themselves out of poverty and currently supports over 2,700 children from pre-school through college. Shari Blindt is the Executive Director of Common Hope. Website: www.commonhope.org
Even if you are familiar with these organizations, you are sure to learn something new. Plan to stay after the 8:00 service or come early for the 10:30 service to learn more about these great community organizations.
Peace,
Bill+
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