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Advocacy & Social Justice
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Office of advocacy & justiceLiving the Gospel Through Education, Prayer, Advocacy, and Service
The Office of Advocacy and Justice nurtures a culture of discipleship by empowering Catholics to put their faith into action. Through prayer, education and pastoral care, we promote the Church's social teaching and respond to the needs of the vulnerable in our communities.
Prayer
We partner with the Florida Conference of Catholic Bishops (FLCCB) and the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB) to host prayer vigils, novenas, and Masses focused on issues such as abortion, immigration, and the death penalty.
The office also coordinates ministry in 42 county, state, and federal prisons within our diocese. We support sacramental ministry. organize retreats behind prison walls and assist with Bishop Wack's visits to incarcerated individuals.
Education and Awareness
We help Catholics understand the real-life impact of social justice issues by partnering with local organizations and parishes. Educational events and presentation explore a wide range of topics, including:- Protecting God's Creation
- Abortion and End-of-Life Issues
- The Death Penalty
- Immigration and Human Trafficking
- Restorative Justice
- Poverty
Pastoral Care
We collaborate and help lift the work of local organizations serving the most vulnerable, including:- Refugees
- Pregnant Women in Need
- Individuals with Disabilities
- Victims of Human Trafficking
- People Reentering Society After Incarceration
Advocacy
The Office of Advocacy and Justice mobilizes parishes and Catholic organizations to act on key issues through collaboration with Florida Conference of Catholic Bishops and the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops. Efforts include:- Organizing Catholic Days at the Capitol
- Mobilizing Catholics to take action through FLCCB and USCCB action alerts
- Raising awareness on policy issues affecting human dignity
- Catholic Relief Services: Diocesan Webpage | Official Website
- Catholic Campaign for Human Development: Diocesan Webpage | Official Website
- Justice for Immigrants: Diocesan Webpage | Official Website
- National Catholic Partnership on Disability: Official Website
- Catholic Prison Ministry Coalition: Diocesan Webpage | Official Website
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Action Alerts
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Aida Boneboneaptdiocese.orgDirector of Advocacy & Justice
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