Catholic Advocacy Day in Olympia is Tuesday, February 9th.  Every year IPJC coordinates over 110 appointments with legislators.

Be a Faithful Citizen! All parish members and staff, parish leadership, and Catholic service and justice organizations are invited to join us to ensure that the Gospel message to care for our brothers and sisters is heard loud and clear in Olympia.

Meet us at the State Capitol (Columbia Room) for our program and a legislative briefing before scheduled appointments with your state legislators.

The Intercommunity Peace and Justice Center will coordinate two FREE charter buses for the trip to Olympia. Buses will depart from Seattle and make a pick up in Tacoma. Space is available on a first come-first served basis.

Justice for Women:
A Collaboration with Low-Income Women

Join our grassroots movement for social justice ...

Hear the stories: our bi-lingual Winter 2010 Newsletter tells the stories of women taking action through Justice Circles.

See the story: one Women's Justice Circle has created a video to share the story of the barriers the face in seeking stable housing. Watch the video.

Tell the story: ask your Representative to help low-income families find stable housing by supporting the Section 8 Housing Reform Act. Send an e-mail via the IPJC Legislative Action Center today!

Winter 2010 Justice Journal: Poverty & Economic Justice

"I am no longer desparate, something deep down inside of me has changed. I will never be the same again. When I became homeless I didn't become less but more human than before. I have so many brothers and sisters out there that I care about." ~ Janice L. Connelly Articles: "My Poverty and My Dream" by Janice L. Connelly "Preferential Option for the Poor: An Update" by Pat Higgins "High Cost of Being Poor" by Sharon Goodremote "Effects of the Economic Crisis on Global Poverty" by Deirdre Mullan, RSM "Building an Equitable World" by Fatima Rodrigo "Giving Voice to the Urban Poor" by Lauren Herzer "No Cushion to Fall Back On" by Caroline Skinner Reflection Questions, Resources, Quiz and IPJC News Download a PDF copy of the issue or contact us to subscribe

Listen to an audio podcast recording of the issue

Immigration Workshop

IPJC is now offering two hour Immigration Workshops at parishes across the northwest. Examine the complex issue of immigration including economic and legislative issues, faithful citizenship, and the call to act with justice. Contact us to host one at your parish!

Take Action
Visit our Immigration Resources page and our Legislative Action Center and ask your members of Congress to pass comprehensive immigration reform.

Care for All of Creation Book

Care for All of Creation is IPJC's six session process for faith communities.

• Universe Story
• Toxics
• Global Warming
• Social, Economic, Environmental Interdependence
• Water
• Greening Parishes

Each session includes prayer, education, catholic social teaching, analysis, discussion, signs of hope and action.

Suggestions for using Care for All of Creation Booklets:

• Create an adult education program or series using the booklets
• Use with a parish or community small group during a liturgical season
• Use the process as a follow up to JustFaith, RCIA, or other community based program
• Gather a cross-generational group to share the process together

“Care for All of Creation is a wonderful resource for parishes wishing to become more involved in exploring the connection between our faith and care for Earth.  I highly recommend it!”
—Patty Bowman, Director of Social Outreach−St. James Cathedral