| A high-profile case involving two top executives of Swedish oil company Lundin Energy has sparked hopes that at last, companies involved in the extractive industries could be forced to respect human rights in the areas in which they operate. In 2011, the southern part of Sudan in which the human rights abuses are alleged to have occurred became the independent republic of South Sudan. “It’s first of all fantastic news for the many victims of the crimes,” said. “Also, the international legal importance is already there but will mostly depend on the proceedings; in case of a conviction the trial will set new and higher international standards for business conduct in violent and other high-risk conditions,” he [Wesselink] told Crux. Such fights are won and it is often the small actions we take in raising our voices that help it get there. FVC |  |
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Justice, Peace and Integrity of Creation in Fraternity A Promise to the Park Visitors to P.E.I. National Park will now be able to show their support in stewardship of the Parks Canada sites by taking the Park Promise. It's a new initiative that kicked off on June 21, 2021 — National Indigenous Peoples Day. The idea started in January of 2020 with a collaboration between Parks Canada and Mi'kmaw artist, actor and the poet laureate of P.E.I., Julie Pellissier-Lush. "We were talking about creating something beautiful and long lasting that would be dedicated to the heart and soul of Parks [Canada] here on P.E.I.," said Pellissier-Lush, who is also a knowledge keeper for the P.E.I. Mi'kmaq rights organization L'nuey.
How people can take part Parks Canada launched a website to help visitors to the P.E.I. National Park learn more about the promise and actions people can take. The website includes best practices for visitors with things like properly sharing the space with wildlife, reporting invasive species and bringing out all the things they bring in. A Promise to the Park by Julie Pellissier-Lush It is time to sing the promise it isn't very long The seven directions we learn today will help to make us strong I promise to the East to love flora and fauna I promise to the South to leave the park the way I found it I promise to the West I will respect the land I walk on I promise to the North I will have the courage to be strong… to be strong I promise to the Sky that I will keep her clean I promise to myself that I will follow all my dreams I promise to the Earth, to be a human being And a promise is a promise and I am promising My teachings from the directions are love, humility, respect, courage, truth, wisdom and honesty. My heart will always be here with breathtaking sunsets The water and sand, the dunes and trails with benches for me to rest I promise from my heart in each direction that I know That I will always look after you each day that I grow It's time to sing the promise it isn't very long There are seven directions that will help to keep us strong. Prayer of Discernment Yahweh, God of the journey, you went with the Israelites in the form of a pillar of cloud by day to show them the way, and by night in the form of a pillar of fire to give them light for their journey. (Ex.13:21-22). We long for that kind of assuredness of Your Presence as we discern the future direction for our fraternity. We fear the unknown and wonder what the future may hold for us. A part of us wants to hold on to the blessings we have known and to rest in the security of letting others take the lead. Remind us often that we each, in our own way, have gifts to offer our fraternity.
Justice, Peace and Integrity of Creation in Fraternity
Myths & Facts about the First Nations, Métis and Inuit (FNMI) – Part One Myth #1: Aboriginal people are all the same. Facts: The term ‘Aboriginal’ is used in the Constitution to describe 3 distinct groups: First Nations (Status & non-Status), Métis and Inuit. Each has a unique history, culture, language and spiritual beliefs. A variety of terms have evolved such as Indian, Native, First Nation and Indigenous. While preferences vary, it is important to take direction from individuals or community as appropriate. A growing trend is the use of specific Nations such as: Mi’kmaq, Maliseet (Wolastoqiyik), Passamaquoddy, Cree, Algonquin, etc. Myth #2: Aboriginal people get everything for free. Facts: FNMI are entitled to the same benefits as ALL Canadians including Child Tax Benefit, Old Age Security, Medicare and Employment Insurance. Where treaty rights exist and entitlement is rights-based, they are still subject to regulation and/or funding such as hunting, fishing, housing, education and health. Comprehensive land claims settlements include reserve land and payment of annuities depending on the terms and conditions of their Treaty agreement. It is important to note that government legislation such as Bill C31 and C3 continue to impact rights-based eligibility and access to services. (Excerpt from Culture Card (A Guide to Build Cultural Awareness), published by the Mi’kmaq Confederacy of PEI, and inserted in the Saint Francis of Assisi Fraternity (PEI) July newsletter.) We can help bridge the divide between the Indigenous peoples and the rest of us by learning more about our Indigenous sisters and brothers and journeying with them. As this fraternity did you can invite an Indigenous leader to come and speak to your fraternity. - FVC
God and get to know Him. From that relationship, we are better able to be with our brothers and sister, in family, in community and in fraternity.
Today we need our communities and fraternities. Lives have become busy. Loneliness has heightened and, more and more, people are hiding behind the screens of their online devices. It is said that people don’t care how much you know until they know how much you care. This applies to all of our relationships, and our apostolic mission is to let people who are struggling know that they are loved. It is also an important message to consider in fraternity. It is important that we develop caring relationships with our brothers and sisters. It is also important that we extend our interaction beyond our monthly meetings. What about taking some time occasionally (setting time aside) to just chat with each other about what is going on in our lives, and offering support and encouragement? This builds community, and community builds vibrant, healthy fraternal life. (taken from Catholic Teaching and Fraternal Life, Carloyn D. Townes, OFS, National JPIC Animator)
Today we have five questions for you to think about and come up with ways you and your family can help fight our climate crisis.
These are some ideas you may use. Come up with some of your own. Share ideas with family, friends and your community. Small steps can lead to big change. (Article from the PEI Guardian newspaper, Monday Jan. 20, 2020) Justice, Peace and Integrity of Creation From the St. Francis of Assisi, PEI, JPIC Team, November, 2019 Lord, Make Us Instruments of Your Peace by Pope Francis (World Communications Day - January 24, 2018) Lord, Make Us Instruments of Your Peace
 This photo is the start of our Interfaith visits in the Kingston area for the Saint Maximilian Kolbe Secular Franciscan fraternity. It took place at the Muslim Mosque Sept 24, 2019.
In attendance from left to right Walter Stock, Bob Howard, ofs, Minister; Diane Bruce, ofs, Vice Minister; Patrick Lublink, oef; Jman Ababukar Mulla; Brian Greigson; Friar Ed Debono, ofm conv, Spiritual Advisor and John Walton. JPIC Moment St. Francis of the Immaculate Heart of Mary Fraternity - September 2019  We challenge you to go further with your commitment to live out our rule.
Rule #18: ” Moreover they should respect all creatures, animate and inanimate which bear the imprint of the “Most High”, and they should strive to move from the temptation of exploiting creation to the Franciscan concept of universal kinship.” The 7 R’s
Did you know that you can re-order new bins if yours are damaged or missing by calling the City of Ottawa at 311? or click City of Ottawa - Recycling Actions: 1. Our fraternity has decided to reduce its footprints at meetings by recycling materials (paper, plastic, glass and compost) from our potluck meals. 2. Members are encouraged to adopt at least one new practice in their daily life and share next month. Prepares by the JPIC Committee of the Immaculate Heart of Mary Fraternity
“We are sisters and brothers to animals and plants, water and soil, earth and sky.”
Just as we meet:
Like Jesus before him, Francis knew the power and joy of rejoicing in the blessings of God, that is, the blessings of nature. JPIC Action for the summer of 2019: Each week, think of 2 ways in which you can show more respect for Mother Earth and act on this. (excerpt from Praying with Francis of Assisi by Joseph M. Stoutzenberger and John D. Boher) |
Fraternity in Action -This page is for fraternities to share their JPIC goals, initiatives and progress. We can learn so much from each other. Fraternities, please send us what you are doing. TRANSLATE THIS PAGE
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