Welcome to the March 16, 2022 edition of Just 3 Things, the weekly social action newsletter of the Office of Human Life & Dignity. If this email was forwarded to you, and you'd like to receive it each week, please click here.
Melissa Vlach
Social Action and Digital Media Coordinator
Office of Human Life & Dignity
Archdiocese of San Francisco
Social Action and Digital Media Coordinator
Office of Human Life & Dignity
Archdiocese of San Francisco
The Archdiocese of San Francisco is inviting parishes to use the previously scheduled collection for Catholic Relief Services (CRS) on March 26-27 as a special collection in support of Ukraine. If the parish makes this designation (and you can check with your parish if you're unsure), the funds will go to support the work of CRS in that region.
Individuals can also donate to CRS online to support their programs in Ukraine and for refugees in Moldova, Romania, and Poland. Their response has included food distribution, transportation services, and supplying and staffing evacuation centers, in collaboration with the local Caritas agencies. As the conflict continues, Pope Francis has announced that he will consecrate Russia and Ukraine to the Immaculate Heart of Mary on March 25.
The Cards of Mercy Project is an opportunity for students in schools and faith formation programs to perform a work of mercy for various holidays throughout the year. The Restorative Justice Ministry is currently seeking groups to create Easter cards, which will be distributed in the San Francisco jails as an act of love and kindness.
Cards are due by April 13, and classes are asked to turn in groups of 50 cards. Volunteers of all ages are also needed to sort cards and treats on April 13.
The last day for tenants and landlords to apply to the CA COVID-19 Rent Relief Program is March 31, 2022. This program can help with both past due and future payments, regardless of immigration status.
Applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible. See the flyers below and visit the website for more information.
What's coming up:
- March 19 _ Restorative Justice Monthly Breakfast at St. Mark. Buy tickets here.
- April 9 _ Restorative Justice Monthly Breakfast at St. Agnes. Buy tickets here.
- April 13 _ Easter Card Sorting with the Restorative Justice Ministry. RSVP here.
- April 24 _ Respect Life Essay Contest Mass and Awards Ceremony. Learn more here.
- May 20-22 _ Women's Retreat for Healing after Abortion. Learn more here.