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As an integral part of Franciscan life, the JPIC Office and Directorate exist to assist HNP in meeting the challenges of our call to minister in solidarity with the alienated, the poor, and the immigrant, as well as to care for God's creation.

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Justice and Peace ...an integral dimension of Franciscan life

The pursuit of Justice, Peace and Integrity of Creation (JPIC) is one of the chief priorities of the Holy Name Province and flows naturally from the life of St. Francis and the Franciscan movement that he inspired in pursuit of the Gospel Life. Read more »

Our Initiatives Major JPIC initiatives flow out of Chapter meetings and responses to the significant issues affecting our ministries. Immigration Reform Care of Creation Peacemaking Community Investment

JPIC in Action Discover what your fellow workers in the vineyard are doing... connect with them and imagine what you could do to build God's kingdom here on earth. Community Gardens Disaster in the Gulf Hunger Initiatives Fair Trade Efforts Greening the Parish Peace Centers

Resources Interested in advancing justice, peace, and a sustainable environment for all? Check out these resources. Links Seasonal Programs JPIC Publications Franciscan Positions Action Alerts

Upcoming Events Immigration Legal Workshop Sep. 26, 2010 An immigration lawyer will make a presentation to parishioners st St. Camillus Church (Silver Spring, MD) about immigration law and the legal rights of immigrants.... JPIC Latino Retreat Oct. 2, 2010 Members of the JPIC Latino Committee at St. Camillus (Silver Spring, MD) will meet with Philippe Hensel, biologist, National Oceanographic and Atmosphere...

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