Here's another article by John W. Miller (Breathing Room CLC, Pittsburgh) that explores his latest film project with a behind-the-scenes analysis of choices he and his partner made in framing the narrative of this small town. I think the documentary is an example of wisdom language that Fr Nicholas speaks to us about as we live our vocation in the world, preaching the gospel at all times, if necessary using words, and always inviting, not imposing a deeper understanding of one another, from a world view based in Love.

15 Magi boxes sent by CLC-USA arrived in Puerto Rico. The president of CVX-CLC PR sends his thanks and update.

UPDATE: 125 pounds of powdered milk that has arrived in PR sent from CLC-USA members to PR.  

The United States is currently home to over 300,000 immigrants from ten countries who receive Temporary Protected Status (TPS). TPS has given these individuals the opportunity to rebuild their lives in the U.S. when conditions in their countries of origin, such as natural disasters or armed conflict, prevent their return. Many of them have lived here for years. They are integrated into our communities – they are our neighbors, fellow parishioners, sisters and brothers. Many have U.S. citizen siblings, spouses, or children. In the coming weeks, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) will determine whether to extend or terminate this status for individuals from El Salvador and Honduras. Click on title to read entire article from the Jesuit Conference of Canada and the United States' Office of Justice and Equality.

This note is to forward Jeanne's info about the powdered milk postage costs, as well as to provide a brief update on the on-going efforts of solidarity with Puerto Rico that CLC-USA's AAA community has been so gratefully engaged in this Advent/Christmas season.

Families continue to struggle with little access to basic necessities. Magi gift boxes to families can help and show our love and support.

Update on CVX activities in Puerto Rico and a call for continued support and prayers.

CLC-USA Action Alert: “The Spirit … challenges us to see our serious responsibilities and to seek constantly the answers to the needs of our times …”.  (GP 2)

Let us pray for our CLC sisters and brothers in South Sudan.