Childrens Video on Pope Francis Encyclical Laudato Si

Created in collaboration with Caritas Internationalis, humanitarian aid organizations throughout the world, this video provides a quick summary of Pope Francis’ letter Laudato Si for elementary school students. The encyclical Laudato Si is addressed to every person on this planet and asks all of us to protect our common home, the earth.  Pope Francis speaks openly about the devastating damage that has been done to the planet and how it most hurts the poor and vulnerable around the world. He asks us to remember that creation is "a common good, belonging to all and meant for all”.

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Gloves Hats Tube Socks and Childrens Toys Needed

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The Rock at NoonDay is seeking donations of certain items to distribute on Christmas Day. The guests--adults who are experiencing homelessness as well as some children--will receive the gifts as part of a special Christmas lunch, which will take place from 11:00-1:00 p.m. on Dec. 25.

Please take a few minutes in the midst of your Christmas shopping to buy new gloves, hats and white tube socks as well as toys for children for this special occasion.

Please drop off these items at the shelter, located at 2400 Second St. NW (map), on Sunday, Dec. 20, 11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m., or on Monday-Wednesday, Dec. 21-23, 8:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.

For more information, please contact Pastor Danny Whatley at (505) 220-6036

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