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Social Action Upcoming Events
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Two Feet of Social Action Newsletter: Our newsletter is distributed monthly via email.
If you would like to read previous issues you will find those at http://bit.ly/TwoFeetNewsletter.
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Monthly Lunch and Learn
Social Action Monthly Lunch and Learn is held the First Thursday of the month at noon. to view or register for our next session click here.
For those not available at that particular time, the session will be recorded and available on the Diocesan YouTube channel. In addition, Barb Arland-Fye will publish a series of articles on the experience beginning with the November 11 issue of The Catholic Messenger. -
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Laudate Deum:
Pope Francis released his follow up to Laudato Si' on October 4. In the apostolic exhortation, Laudate Deum. The new document underscores the urgent reality that we are running out of time to reverse the environmental inertia that threatens our common home.
We strongly encourage you to read Laudate Deum The document can be downloaded here: www.vatican.va/content/francesco/en/apost_exhortations/documents/20231004-laudate-deum.html
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The Diocese of Davenport Social Action Department welcomes you to our webpage. We invite you to explore our site, to witness the difference you can make by participating in the events listed on this page.
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The Pope's Monthly Intentions for 2025
Weinvited you to answer the Holy Father's request and to join with many people worldwide in praying for this intention each month. Click here to learn more...
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Read MoreApril 1, 2025 - April 30, 2025
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Tuesday, April 22, 2025The Catholic Climate Covenant has put together resources for the 55th anniversary of Earth Day.Read More
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Thursday, May 1, 2025May 1st It is a day dedicated to honoring the dignity of labor and the crucial role of workers in society.Read More
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Monday, May 12, 2025Respect Life Action Guide: Mother's Day Mother’s Day Action Guide is now available.Read More
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Thursday, May 15, 2025 - 4:00 PMCatholic Relief Services Rice Bowl Grant: For those providing/supporting direct services to people who are hungry (first foot of Social justice). Applications must be received in the Social Action Office by May 15th by 4:00 p.m., no exceptions.Read More
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Thursday, May 15, 2025 - 4:00 PMCatholic Campaign for Human Development (CCHD)Grant: For those organizations and projects that promote systemic change (second foot of social justice). To apply please send your request in a 1-2 page letter along with the Catholic Campaign for Human Development Grant Agreement. Applications must be received in the Social Action Office by May 15th. by 4:00 p.m., no exceptions.Read More
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May 22, 2025 - May 30, 2025
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May 24, 2025 - May 31, 2025“Raising Hope”. This is an annual eight-day campaign that commemorates the anniversary of Pope Francis' Laudato Si’ encyclical on creation care.Read More
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Read MoreMonday, May 26, 2025
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Read MoreThursday, June 5, 2025
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2025 Grants Available:
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Catholic Relief Services Rice Bowl: For those providing/supporting direct services to people who are hungry (first foot of Social justice). Applications must be received in the Social Action Office by May 15th by 4:00 p.m., no exceptions.
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Catholic Campaign for Human Development (CCHD): For those organizations and projects that promote systemic change (second foot of social justice). To apply please send your request in a 1-2 page letter along with the Catholic Campaign for Human Development Grant Agreement. Applications must be received in the Social Action Office by May 15th. by 4:00 p.m., no exceptions.
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St. Vincent’s Home: Applicants are to be located within the 22 counties of the Diocese of Davenport or serve children within the Diocese of Davenport. To be considered at the fall board meeting, applications must be postmarked by September 15.
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Other events:
Please visit the Catholic Messenger events page to find local and other events around the Diocese. List of events: https://catholicmessenger.net/2024/02/calendar-of-events-post.
From St. Anthony's, Davenport
St. Anthony's Book Club: meets on Mondays from 6:00-7:30 in the parish center at St. Anthony's. This is open to everyone. If you have questions please contact Nancy Stone [email protected]
Looking for volunteer opportunities consider McAnthony Window. Please contact the church office at 563-322-3303. Learn more here
TUESDAYS, MARCH 18 & 25 and APRIL 1
Justice and Peace Commission
Peace Soup
Spend time with the community to enjoy a simple meal of soup and bread along with a presentation on a contemporary social justice issue. You are invited to bring your own soup bowl, spoon, & cup if possible.
Free-will offering will be collected to support the featured program.
6:00 p.m. CT
Jesus Christ, Prince of Peace
Catholic Church
1105 LaMetta Wynn Drive
Clinton, IA 52732
Interfaith Power & Light's Faith Climate Action Week, April 1 - 30, 2025. This year's theme is Communal Gratitude: Coming Together to Steward Sacred Earth. You can get more information at https://interfaithpowerandlight.org/faithclimateactionweek/
St. John Vianney, Bettendorf: 
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National Events:
Earth Day April 22: We Are the Light of the World: Click here to learn more on how you can celebrate this year’s Earth Day and find many resources. 10th anniversary of Laudato Si': 2025 marks the 10th anniversary of Pope Francis' encyclical, Laudato Si'. Pastoral Implementation of Integral Ecology and the 10th Anniversary of Laudato Si' Save the Date: Jubilee of WorkersMay 1-4, 2025
Pilgrims on the Way of Hope: A Resource for the Jubilee of Workers.Jubilee 2025: Pilgrims of HopeUnited States Conference of Catholic BishopsWe encourage you to check out this resource packet on the USCCB. The packet includes ideas of how you can celebrate locally, including at your own parish!
Jubilee2025_Workers.pdf
Sept. 1 – Oct. 4, 2025Pilgrimages of Hope for Creation in 2025 Jubilee Year: This is a nationwide initiative. The initiative will be during the Season of Creation (Sept. 1 – Oct. 4, 2025). This initiative is being launched by a coalition of Catholic and environmental organizations, including the Association of Catholic Colleges and Universities, Catholic Relief Services, and many other organizations. To get involved, and learn more visit http://catholicpilgrimsofhope.org, where you can sign up for email updates, find or start a pilgrimage, and get access to resources.- September 3- November 25, 40 Days for Life
- November 24 Solemnity of Christ the King. All materials except for the summary are available at www.usccb.org/ChristtheKing.
- Annual Pro - Life Events
- January 19–20 - National Prayer Vigil for Life
- Friday January 19, 2024 - March for Life In Washington DC.
- January 25-28, 2025 _ Register Now for the 2025 Catholic Social Ministry Gathering! in Washington, D.C.
- September 3- November 25, 40 Days for Life
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News
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September 19By Barb Arland-Fye The Catholic Messenger Their journeys began from different starting points but the three Iowa women featured in this story share a common passion for accompanying refugees striving to rebuild their lives in Iowa. We share their stories to raise awareness about National Migration Week, Sept. 23-29, which culminates with the World Day of Migrants and Refugees (WDMR) on Sept. 29. Some 43.4 million refugees are among 120 million people forcibly displaced as of May 2024, USA for the UN Refugee Agency reports.Read More
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