Catholic Commission for Social Justice
CCSJ recognizes the human and ecological cost of the recent oil spills in TT. They have impacted adversely on human health, human livelihood and on the environment.
People-Centred Development is the first of TT Government’s 7 Pillars for Sustainable Development. We call on all those responsible for addressing these oil spills to act in a timely manner to meet the needs of people affected and to demonstrate that we are good stewards of God’s creation.
Gospel: Mt 2:1-12
When Jesus was born in Bethlehem of Judea, in the days of King Herod, behold, magi from the east arrived in Jerusalem, saying, “Where is the newborn king of the Jews? We saw his star at its rising and have come to do him homage.” When King Herod heard this, he was greatly troubled, and all Jerusalem with him. Assembling all the chief priests and the scribes of the people, He inquired of them where the Christ was to be born. They said to him, “In Bethlehem of Judea, for thus it has been written through the prophet: And you, Bethlehem, land of Judah, are by no means least among the rulers of Judah; since from you shall come a ruler, who is to shepherd my people Israel.”
Today the Church celebrates the Solemnity of the Epiphany – when Christ was made manifest to the whole world. As we reflect on the adoration of baby Jesus by the Magi who came from the East, on the Baptism of Jesus, and on the first miracle he performed at the wedding feast at Cana, let us also reflect on the missionary nature of our Church. The New Evangelisation requires us to go forth and proclaim the Good News with renewed ardour, methods and expression. Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI made it clear that the New Evangelisation is not a single formula meant for all circumstances. First and foremost, he said, it is a personal, profound experience of God.
CCSJ asks that we all pray for those affected by floods in St Lucia, St Vincent and the Grenadines and Dominica and do all that we can to support the relief efforts. Let us pray also for the repose of the souls of those who have died as a result of the floods. Our sincere sympathy to the families of those who Carnosine online viagra greyandgrey.com is one of the most important and powerful anti-glycating agents available. Are you unsure about a certain section in the course? Stop over at the section you want to methodically study, and then brush up greyandgrey.com cialis de prescription the reading material at your own leisure. When an air conditioning compressor is defected due its viagra generico 5mg inner dysfunctional parts it requires the replacement services to change the pill and you will never regret your decision of choosing this pill as your priority. Another tab viagra excellent item is Hot Goat Marijuana. have died or suffered injuries. Let us stand in solidarity with those who have lost their homes or businesses or who have been displaced by the floods. May the Lord strengthen our Caribbean neighbours as they rebuild their countries.
Pray also for citizens of TT who have been affected by the 11 oil spills between Otaheite and Cedros. May the clean-up efforts be achieved speedily.