Callings
Some call it a job. Others a career. But many people refer to what they do each day as a vocation. On Sunday, June 14, the USCCB will distribute Callings, a one-hour documentary, to NBC-TV affiliates and stations. The program profiles individuals who believe they were called to a particular occupation and how they discerned that call. Scheduling of the program is at the discretion of the local station.

For more information, visit www.callingsfilm.com

Feast of the Annunciation
On March 25, the Feast of the Annunciation, we celebrate Mary’s “Yes!” to God’s invitation to be the Mother of God. Artists through the ages were inspired by this event as this segment from Picturing Mary shows.

USCCB Lent Site

Cardinal George Urges Catholics to Tell Administration: Keep Conscience Protections for Health Care Workers
WASHINGTON-Cardinal Francis George is urging Catholics in the United States to tell the Obama Administration to retain Health and Human Services regulations governing conscience protections for health care workers. ENGLISH

Conscience Protection Site

Cardinal George Urges Catholics to Tell Administration: Keep Conscience Protections for Health Care Workers
WASHINGTON-Cardinal Francis George is urging Catholics in the United States to tell the Obama Administration to retain Health and Human Services regulations governing conscience protections for health care workers. SPANISH

Conscience Protection Site

Keep Conscience Protections for Health Care Workers

Sally Sanchez, Registered Nurse

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Conscience Protection Site

Keep Conscience Protections for Health Care Workers

Sally Sanchez, Registered Nurse

SPANISH

Conscience Protection Site

Keep Conscience Protections for Health Care Workers

Dr. Myles Sheehan, MD

Internal Medicine and Geriatrics

Conscience Protection Site

Keep Conscience Protections for Health Care Workers

Michael, Kathryn and Elizabeth Redinger

2nd Year Medical Students

Conscience Protection Site

Cultural Diversity Video

Cecile Motus

Assistant Director of Asian Pacific Affairs

Welcome and opening remarks

Cultural Diversity Site

Cultural Diversity Video

Fr. Allan F. Deck

Executive Director of the Secretariat of Cultural Diversity

A theological perspective on cultural diversity and social justice

Cultural Diversity Site

Cultural Diversity Video

Alejandro Aguilera-Titus

Assistant Director of Hispanic Affairs

Three concrete actions for change

Cultural Diversity Site

Cultural Diversity Video

Beverly Carroll

Assistant Director of African American Affairs

Outlines some of the current concerns and issues

Cultural Diversity Site

Cultural Diversity Video

Cecile Motus

Assistant Director of Asian Pacific Affairs

A parish perspective on empowering our culturally diverse communities

Cultural Diversity Site

Cultural Diversity Video

Sr. Joanna Okereke, HHCJ

Program Coordinator for PCMRT

What individuals can do

Cultural Diversity Site

Sylvia Nicolas' light-filled creations bring many closer to God.
A fourth generation of master stained glass artists, Sylvia Nicolas develops paintings, sculptures, mosaics and stained glass that are meant to refresh and renew one's image of God. St. Anselm's College in New Hampshire recently sponsored a show of this beloved, internationally renowned, local artist. During this Lenten season, her work serves as a catalyst for reflection--what is our image of and relationship with God, and how do we express it in our lives?

Manchester Diocese Creates Job Program
Start with a dedication to help people become self-sufficient. Add a skilled chef and a community garden. Simmer with nutritional education classes and a new industrial kitchen built with the support of donors and local businesses - and you’ve got a Recipe for Success!

Faithful Citizenship:
A Matter of Conscience
Calling all Catholic adults! Form your conscience! Watch this brief video to learn how Catholic values can shape your conscience and help you make sound public choices (English, 10 minutes)

USE: faithfulcitizenship.org, usccb.org

Ciudadanos Fieles:
Un Asunto de Conciencia
¡Atención, atención! ¡Llamando a todos los católicos adultos! ¡Formen su conciencia¡ Vean este breve video para aprender cómo los valores católicos pueden formar su conciencia y ayudarles a tomar decisiones sólidas en cuestiones de ámbito público (En español, 10 minutos de duración).

USE: faithfulcitizenship.org, usccb.org

Judge Michael Merz
National Review Board chair, talks about the Charter for the Protection of Children and Young People, and the additional work that needs to be done to provide a safe environment for children.

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Go Make A Difference
Ideal for teens! This short video presents exciting ideas to teens for making a difference in public life by practicing their Catholic faith (English, 10 minutes).

USE: faithfulcitizenship.org, usccb.org

Winning Isn´t The Only Thing
Filmed after he lead his team to win the 2003 World Series, then Florida Marlins manager Jack McKeon tells Msgr. Jim Lisante that baseball isn't his only love.

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Living Faithful Citizenship
Sarah Nolan’s concern for the dignity of all human life is known to many San Franciscan parishioners and politicians alike. But this passion to help the less fortunate is also brought to the corridors of the state capital. See how Sarah’s desire to bring Gospel values to elected officials is making a difference for many Californians. (English, 6 minutes)

USE: faithfulcitizenship.org, usccb.org

Community in Action
In East L.A., playing outside can be dangerous. In this week's "Faith Works" story, we learn how neighborhood moms organized to safeguard their children so that they play freely and walk to school in safety. This activity is part of the work of Comunidad en Movimento, which received a grant from the Catholic Campaign for Human Development.

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Quiz with Steve Angrisano: Part 1
Are you a faithful citizen? Test yourself by taking this video quiz with Steve Angrisano, songwriter, storyteller, National Catholic Youth Convention (NCYC) emcee, and singer of “Go Make a Difference.” (Part 1: Questions 1-5, English, 7 minutes).

USE: faithfulcitizenship.org, usccb.org

Quiz with Steve Angrisano: Part 2
Are you a faithful citizen? Test yourself by taking this video quiz with Steve Angrisano, songwriter, storyteller, National Catholic Youth Convention (NCYC) emcee, and singer of “Go Make a Difference.” (Part 2: Questions 6-10, English, 7 minutes).

USE: faithfulcitizenship.org, usccb.org

California
Catholic Lobby Day
Each year California Catholics gather in Sacramento to speak with their elected officials about issues of concern to the Church. This effort is an excellent example of faith in action, of faithful citizenship.

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