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# SJ Around the Bay

Join Christians acting for Social Justice and the Environment in the Broken Bay Region

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- [The SJ Around the Bay submission to the Plenary Council](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?p=3729) - SJ Around the Bay is a network of Parish Social Justice Groups in the Catholic Diocese of Broken Bay addressing the question: “What do you think God is asking of us in Australia today?" Broadly speaking, we think God is asking us to “listen to the cry of the Earth and the cry of the
- [Forum: The New Economy and the Message of Pope Francis](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?p=3704) - RSVP via https://new-economy.floktu.com Click to download a poster size copy of this flyer..
- [Mary Meets Mohammed](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?p=3698)
- [SJ Around the Bay [Mackellar]](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?p=3665) - SJ Around the Bay [Mackellar] is an initiative of the Social Justice Group of the Catholic Parish of Frenchs Forest.In accordance with the needs of today and encouraged by Pope Francis, who pointed out in a recent encyclical, Laudato Si, "We know that technology based on the use of highly polluting fossil fuels – especially coal,
- [Guringai Festival Event - Johnny Nicol and Friends.](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?p=3658)
- [Hear Br. Peter Bray - "Beyond Walls: Bethlehem University in the Holy Land"](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?p=3653)
- [A Witness to God’s Peace: Jean Vanier Symposium](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?p=3645) - BBI – The Australian Institute of Theological Education is hosting an exclusive symposium exploring the life, writings and ministry of Jean Vanier.
- [Guringai Festival 2016, Singing Up Country Concert.](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?p=3620) - Don’t Miss the 2016 Singing Up Country Concert after the fabulous 2015 launch!Featuring young Aboriginal performers singing in Indigenous language as well as young Non-Aboriginal performers. This Guringai Festival event is part of the “Sharing the Story, Sharing the Land” partnership between the Frenchs Forest Catholic Parish community and the Northern Beaches Aboriginal community. Hosted by
- [AFTINET Forum - The Trans Pacific Partnership Free Trade Agreement and the US and Australian Elections .](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?p=3626) - View the contributors to the AFTINET forum, held April 20th, 2016 and NSW Parliament House.Dr Pat Ranald - Convenor of AFTINET, "The TPP and the Australian Election"Lori Wallach - US Public Citizen: TPP, "Presidential Race and US Congress"Jon Edwards - Doctors without Borders (MSF): MedicinesSarah Agar, CHOICE: Food Labelling and Product StandardsDr Jim Stanford -
- [Let Them Stay](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?p=3611) - Matthew 25:35 "for I was a stranger and you welcomed me"Jessica Brown from Hornsby Cathedral Parish‘Let Them Stay’ … Broken Bay parishioners may have noticed these words boldly standing out on their own Church notice boards of late. They are certainly eye catching … But what exactly do these words mean? And why is it such an
- [The People's Climate March](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?p=3580) - On Sunday 29th November, 2015, on the forecourt of St Mary's Cathedral, we are hoping that we will have lots of parishioners of the Diocese of Broken Bay attending the People's Climate March.Gather at 12 o'clock, for a 1pm meeting up with the remainder of the rally which will be coming from the Domain. Look for
- [IQ2 Debate: Racism is Destroying the Australian Dream](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?p=3572) - Tuesday 27 October 6.30 – 8pmCity Recital Hall, Angel Place, SydneyTickets from $25The Australian dream is magnetic, attracting vastly more people than ever move away. Walk down a city street and you’ll see people from all over the world living in harmony. But our history and recent events suggest we’re anything but cohesive. Is Australia
- [Vigil for Asylum Seekers](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?p=3563) - AS LONG AS YOU DID IT TO ONE OF THESE, THE LEAST OF MY BROTHERS AND SISTERS, YOU DID IT TO ME.Vigil for those seeking asylum in our landAustralia’s religious leaders are meeting in Canberra on Thursday, 15th October to express their concern about the plight of asylum seekers throughout the world, and their ongoing concern for those
- [LIGHT THE WAY CONFERENCE](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?p=3560) - Light The Way is a climate justice conference for followers of Jesus.In an atmosphere of worship, we'll listen to personal stories of people already impacted by climate change, learn about the latest climate science, explore the theology of climate justice and take action together.On the eve of the UN climate summit in Paris (November 29),
- [How developing countries are paying a high price for the global mineral boom](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?p=3550) - from the Guardian AUGUST 15, 2015 · 3:22 PM, by John VidalSoaring worldwide demand for the minerals used in electronic devices such as smartphones and laptops has left a legacy of social conflict and human rights violations across Asia, Latin America and Africa from http://ejatlas.org/John Vidal | The GuardianA 200ft deep pit gapes where three years ago stood a
- [Pope Francis's Letter: Catholic Response](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?p=3546) - Pope Francis's Letter: Catholic ResponseWhat did Pope Francis say in his encyclical on the environment?To what extent did Global Warming influence the intensity of Super-typhoon Haiyan? What is the Scientific Explanation for global warming?Apart from the Humanitarian Response, what actions can ordinary people take to Help stop the problem from getting much worse?Is this part of Our
- [Integral Ecology - unpacking the Pope’s call to action on climate change](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?p=3539) - Start Date: 6th Aug 2015, 5:30pmEnd Date: 6th Aug 2015, 7:30pmLocation: Ryan Auditorium North Sydney CampusJoin Australian Catholic University (ACU) and leading Australian Catholic voices for a panel discussion response to Pope Francis’ Laudato Si’.Reverend Professor Denis Edwards, of the Faculty of Theology and Philosophy, will provide an overview of the Pontiff’s revolutionary new encyclical which reminds us
- [Perspectives on Terrorism](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?p=3530) - ALL ARE INVITED to the breakfast onSATURDAY 8th AUGUST, 20157.45am for 8.00am atThe Highway Centre, Cnr Pacific Highway and Cecil St, Gordonwhen the speaker will beThe Hon. Peter Anderson AMonPerspectives on Terrorism Please RSVP via:email info(at)guc.org.au or phone 9498 6729 or place your name on the “sign-up” sheet outside the Church office;email Herb Schoch: h_schoch(at)hotmail.com or phone 0431 316
- [Healthy Earth, Endless Growth - Are they compatible?](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?p=3519) - An event organised by the Faith Ecology Network.
- [NORTHERN BEACHES REFUGEE SANCTUARY Winter Newsletter 2015](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?p=3512) - A Project of the MANLY FRESHWATER CATHOLIC CHURCH Mary Immaculate and St Athanasius Church 6 Raglan St, Manly, NSW, 2095 Website: www.nbrs.org.au Email address: nbrs(at)optusnet.com.au Patrons: Bishop David Walker Tom Keneally Des Hasler It has been an eventful and busy last six months. We have assisted 298 people with airfares making a total of 4,145
- [Share My Journey From Danger](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?p=3509) - Hear a first-hand account of the refugee journey from a young Afghan asylum seeker who escaped the Taliban. There will also be a talk by Phil Glendenning - Director of the Edmund Rice Centre and President of the Refugee Council of Australia. There will be time for questions. Fr Patrick McMaugh Hall St Patrick’s School
- [Vatican and U.N. team up on climate change against skeptics (from Reuters)](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?p=3494) - VATICAN CITY | BY PHILIP PULLELLA Tue Apr 28, 2015 11:30am EDT from: REUTERS/OSSERVATORE ROMANO (Reuters) - The Vatican and the United Nations teamed up to warn the world of the effects of climate change on Tuesday, coming down firmly against skeptics who deny human activities help change global weather patterns. U.N. Secretary General Ban
- [A Guringai Festival Event - a concert featuring Indigenous languages of the Sydney Region](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?p=3490) - "Singing up Country" connecting to country and identity using song, language and dance in St Anthony in the Fields Terrey Hills
- [Australia: Bishops condemn 'cruel' treatment of asylum seekers -](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?p=3306) - By: James Parker From Independent Catholic News Posted: Saturday, May 10, 2014 9:22 pm The Australian Catholic Bishops, led by West Australian Bishop Christopher Saunders of Broome, have released their strongest statement yet on the “faceless”, “nameless”, “cruel”, “de-humanising” attitudes and actions being taken by cross-party politicians in relation to the plight of those seeking
- [Catholics, caring for the environment, concerned about Climate Change.](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?p=3460) - The Global Catholic Climate Movement - for God's Creation, the Poor and future generations is echoing the call of Pope Francis, "On climate change - there is a clear, definitive and ineluctable ethical imperative to act.” The Global Catholic Climate Movement formed from almost 100 Catholic organizations concerned about human-made climate change. United by their Catholic
- [NetAct and the 2015 NSW State Election](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?p=3455) - Download "Caring for Tomorrow - A responsibility of each of us" - a reflection on the following issues in the light of Gospel values and Catholic Social Teaching. 1. Aboriginal Juvenile Imprisonment Rates 2. The Coal Seam Gas Industry 3. Educating for Life 4. The Environment – Our Precious Inheritance 5. Food Sustainability 6. Health Care
- [Social Justice and the Steady State Economy](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?p=3438) - Infinite Growth on a Finite Planet There is a growing recognition that infinite economic growth is not possible on a finite planet and that the human race (largely the rich) is presently living beyond the means of the Earth to sustain our present life style. While some concerned individuals have given up hope that community
- [Northern Beaches Refugee Sanctuary Newsletter - Summer 2014](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?p=3420) - A Project of the MANLY FRESHWATER CATHOLIC CHURCH Mary Immaculate and St Athanasius Church Patrons: Bishop David Walker, Tom Keneally, Des Hasler 6 Raglan St, Manly, NSW, 2095 Website: www.nbrs.org.au Email address: nbrs@optusnet.com.au Welcome to the NBRS Summer 2014 Newsletter It has been an eventful and busy last six months. We have assisted 204 people with airfares
- [Social Justice Twilight Reflection Evening - Refugees and Asylum Seekers](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?p=3408)
- [Voices from Bougainville Report, Launch and Tour](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?p=3389) - The re-opening of the Panguna mine in Bougainville, closed for 25 years after sparking a decade-long civil war, has been proposed by the Rio Tinto subsidiary BCL. With the mine closed to outsiders, local perspectives on the reopening, especially women in affected communities, have not been heard. Jubilee Australia’s ‘Voices from Bougainville’ report, to be
- [Argentina’s Debt Case: the International Dimension and an interview with Jubilee USA](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?p=3383) - Argentina’s Debt Case: the International Dimension By Ezequiel Adamovsky Source: teleSur English August 4, 2014 from ZNet at http://zcomm.org/znetarticle/argentinas-debt-case-the-international-dimension/ In an unprecedented situation, on 30th July the ratings agency Standard & Poor’s declared Argentina on “selective default”, after New York judge Thomas Griesa blocked the payments the country had already deposited for the 93% of creditors of its
- [Forum: Connecting and Collaborating: What are you doing to assist asylum seekers in Sydney?](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?p=3373) - When: 28th August 10am – 3pm the Mercy Foundation is hosting a forum for people working in organisations that assist or want to assist asylum seekers in our community. Register by 21 August. Where: Mercy Foundation, Poche Centre Auditorium, Level 1, 40 Rocklands Road, Wollstonecraft, NSW, 2065 (directly opposite the Mater Hospital). Register: email: events@mercyfoundation.com.au,
- [Sanctioned Violence: What does it do to our society and relationships](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?p=3363)
- [An Invitation  from Catholic Earthcare Australia and the NSW EcoMission Network](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?p=3356) - The launch of the NSW launch of the National Energy Efficiency Network (NEEN). Please join with us and other community leaders and change agents on Wednesday, July 16th at the Carriageworks for the NSW launch of the National Energy Efficiency network (NEEN). The launch will also include an energy efficiency seminar, community workshop and networking lunch. The event provides
- [Argentina Debt Payments Blocked by US Court](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?p=3350) - From Blog the Debt. Juliee USA Posted: 27 Jun 2014 01:52 PM PDTThe Argentine government announced Thursday that it transferred funds to the Bank of New York Mellon to pay the 92% of bond holders who restructured after Argentina's 2001 default. Reuters reports that Judge Thomas Griesa blocked the restructured debt payments until a settlement is
- [Welcome Dinner Project Launch](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?p=3337) - Web Version | Update preferences | Unsubscribe Like Tweet Forward from Joining the Dots There's excitement in the air! Welcome Dinner Project crowd-funding launches tomorrow, (10th June 2014)! Dear Supporters, The Welcome Dinner Project is at a very exciting stage. We are ready to expand across Australia and employ staff so that we can keep up
- [Hear Sr Mary Frances Anover from the Philippines](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?p=3327)
- [Draw the Boundary Line between Timor Leste and Australia.](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?p=3324) - from Eureka Street Let's be good neighbours with Timor Frank Brennan | 20 May 2014 Join the campaign On Saturday, I had the pleasure of joining Timor Leste’s erstwhile First Lady Kirsty Sword Gusmao and the Timorese ambassador Abel Guterres (pictured) at a public meeting at the Mary MacKillop Centre in Sydney, convened by long time
- [Sydney Alliance have a Win!](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?p=3309) - Building an agenda for the common good“A personal relationship with Jesus always must be transformed into action, service and love for others” (Pope Benedict XVI). Sydney Alliance is a citizen’s coalition whose purpose is to act for the common good to achieve social change. It currently has more than 30 diverse member organisations, among them
- [Community Against Polluting Stacks (CAPS) has concerns regarding the NorthConnex](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?p=3311) - Read their concerns and suggested actions. Click to download. CAPS Flyer 15-05-14 FINAL Frequently asked questions about air quality surrounding tunnels.
- [A Place of Refuge? Speakers, Phil Glendenning and Emmanuel Kondok](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?p=3300)
- [SA Launch the 'Welcome Dinner Project' ](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?p=3297) - (A tribute to Penny Elsley who initiate this project in the Newton, Sydney). - from the Australian Catholic Migrant and Refugee Office “We arrived as strangers and departed as friends.” Adam Whitefield On Friday evening the 21st March (Harmony Day) our Build the Bridge Volunteers, in partnership with Sydney non-profit organisation Joining the Dots, hosted the South
- [ Argentina and Predatory Hedge Funds Square Off at Supreme Court - from Jubilee USA](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?p=3293) - Posted: 24 Apr 2014 11:38 AM PDT by Jubilee USA Staff On Monday, the Supreme Court hears arguments between Argentina and holdouts who refused two debt restructuring deals after Argentina defaulted on its debts in 2001. The Supreme Court Justices will determine if predatory hedge fund, NML Capital can obtain information from US Banks that reveal
- [Guringai Festival 2014 - "Wellness, Art and Spirituality", dinner and conversation with Richard Campbell](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?p=3270)
- [Sydney Alliance March Town Hall meeting, Bridging Sydney 2014](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?p=3263) - (Text taken from the pamphlet distributed by Sydney Alliance on the evening of the meeting). Sydney Alliance Agenda for the Common Good March 2014 - June 2015 Jobs for the Common Good (WorkingStart!) Supporting disadvantaged communities with good jobs that change lives. We'll start with a specific ask in Glebe, that once evaluated, can be
- [New Study Debunks Mining Company “Falsehoods” Regarding El Salvador](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?p=3253) - March 18, 2014 (Ottawa/Sydney/Washington) The President-elect of El Salvador, Salvador Sanchez Ceren, has publicly committed to prohibit new mining during his administration, just as his predecessors have done since 2008. OceanaGold should respect the democratic process in El Salvador, abandon its acquisition of Vancouver-based Pacific Rim Mining, and drop its lawsuit against the government of
- [Announcing the Global Compassion Council](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?p=3248) - March 2014 Newsletter Charter for Compassion International was formed in January 2014 to help build a global compassion movement. The organization is inspired by the Charter for Compassion, created by Karen Armstrong and the Council of Conscience in 2009, and inherits major contributions made by TED.com, the Fetzer Institute, the Compassionate Action Network,
- [Questioning Growth: Climate Change and the Economy Forum](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?p=3178) - You are invited to attend a screening of "Hooked on Growth" followed by discussion on how to move towards a sustainable steady state economySaturday, 22nd March 20141.00 p.m. — 5.00 p.m.Mitchell TheatreSydney Mechanics’ School of ArtsLevel 1, 280 Pitt St, SydneyCost: $5 unwaged, $10 waged, $20 passionate 1.00 – 1.15 p.m. Welcome and outline of
- [Hear Robin de Crespigny - Terrey Hills 1 Feb 2014](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?p=3147) - FRIENDS of ERAMBOO*are invited to Lunch and talkDATE Saturday 1ST February 2014TIME 12 noonVENUE:Terrey Hills Community Centre**Yulong StreetTERREY HILLS, 2084(Ph. 9450 1714)* Eramboo = “Tomorrow” (Aboriginal)**NB: no longer in the Seniors Centre Arrangements:You are asked to notify your attendance by Monday 27th Januaryso that catering can be arranged. Please notify:Margaret Knowlden mknowlden @ bigpond.com
- [Public Lecture with Brother Peter Bray FSC](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?p=3140) - 6 FEBRUARY 2014 | UPCOMING BBI EVENTS Speaker: Brother Peter Bray FSC Topic: Br Bray FSC, Vice Chancellor of Bethlehem University in the Palestine Occupied Territories will give an update on changes happening at Bethlehem University and the question of religious freedom in Palestine. Date: Thursday 6 February, 2014 Time: 6.00pm registration, 6.30pm start to 7.30pm finish. BOOK TO
- [Bishops visiting Holy Land call for help for Gaza from (Catholic News Service)](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?p=3136) - Published: 21 January 2014, by Judith Sudilovsky Gaza situation dire Bishops from North America, Europe and Africa called on international leaders to act immediately so people living in the Gaza Strip can have access to basic necessities, reports The Catholic News Service. 'Gaza is a man-made disaster, a shocking scandal, an injustice that cries out to
- [The Steady State Economy](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?p=3132) - by Phil Jones, 11-12-13 The existence of a growing number of chapters of the Centre for the Advancement of the Steady State Economy including one in NSW reflects a concern about our future. A Steady State Economy is one which is relatively stable in its processes: a total reliance on renewable energy sources, stable human population,
- [OceanaGold and Mining in El Salvador and the Philippines.](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?p=3120) - Concerns over gold mining by the Australian based company, OceanaGold have arisen, particularly in El Salvador and the Philippines, following the opening of the Filipino mine at Didipio. Moves are also in place to reopen the Bougainville copper mine owned by the Australian company Rio Tinto. (See below) The following videos help tell the story.
- [Welcome to the Northern Beaches Refugee Sanctuary -  Summer 2013 Newsletter](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?p=3112) - A Project of the MANLY FRESHWATER CATHOLIC CHURCHMary Immaculate and St Athanasius Church Patrons: Bishop David Walker6 Raglan St, Manly, NSW, 2095 Tom KeneallyWebsite: www.nbrs.org.au Des HaslerEmail address: nbrs@optusnet.com.au Welcome to the NBRS Summer 2013 NewsletterIt has been a busy and successful last six months. We have helped 276 people with airfares bringing the total
- [North Shore Sydney Alliance Discernment Assembly - 13th November 2013 in Gordon](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?p=3105) - Dear North Shore Sydney Alliance members, It’s been a while since we last came together – for some this was at the orientation in May, for others it was at the community organising training in June/July. Now is the time to all come together, in even greater numbers, to meet each other and have the
- [Australian mining company gets involved in conflictive project in El Salvador.](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?p=3089) - By Vladimir Pacheco, (published on this website 4-11-2013) Scars of civil war still fresh in the country’s social landscape. After years of civil war El Salvador remains a fragile country both politically and economically. With a geographical territory a third the size of Tasmania, a population of 6.2 million and scare water resources, the country
- [Broken Bay Diocese: Orientation for the Sydney Alliance ](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?p=3085) - The Sydney Alliance is a diverse coalition of religious organisations, unions, community organisations and schools using community organising to make Sydney a better place to live and rebuild our civil society. We are a non-party political organisation. We began building the Alliance in 2007, and founded in 2011. Since then we have been building local
- [Boat - by Jane van Beek](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?p=3070) - When I pray on Sunday and then turn the other cheek once too often the other six days, my moral compass becomes a little unsteady. Right now, it's wobbly. There are a few of us in this boat. We're adrift. Sometime after 07 things began to unravel, then became intolerable, and we had to take
- [A thank-you message to all those who have supported the initiative of the Tax Justice Network (Australia).](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?p=3067) - from Cath James, 13th August 2013. As a supporter of the Tax Justice Network Australia, I want to thank you for your commitment to stopping multinational corporate tax dodging and ensuring governments, especially in developing countries, are able to get the tax revenues they need to provide basic services for their people. With your support,
- [CALL ON FEDERAL CANDIDATES TO COMMIT TO REDUCE HOMELESSNESS IN AUSTRALIA](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?p=3036) - From the Saint Vincent de Paul Society - August 2013 Why is homelessness a priority issue in your local electorate? TAKE ACTION See Labor Party's Commitment.Vinnies welcomes PM's renewed pledge to halve homelessness Homelessness is a serious issue that affects 105,237 people every night across Australia. Most of us come in contact with a person
- [Contact your local member of Federal Parliament regarding Homelessnes](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?p=3041) - Electorate: Mackellar (Belrose, Terrey Hills, Mona Vale, Palm Beach) Sitting MP: The Hon Bronwyn Bishop MP – Liberal Party Contact Details: Tel: (02) 9913 9566 Bronwyn.Bishop.MP@aph.gov.au Shop 1, 1238-1246 Pittwater Road, Narrabeen, NSW, 2101 ALP Candidate: Chris Hedge Contact Details: facebook.com/chris.hedge.alp Electorate: Warringah (Brookvale, Seaforth, Mosman, Manly) Sitting MP: The Hon Tony Abbott – Liberal
- [22nd August - Social Justice in the Pub at Parramatta](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?p=3031) - The topic for 22nd August is "Asylum Seekers - The Real Story" Speaker is Phil Glendenning, Director of the Edmund Rice Institute and board member of Refugee Council of Australia. Venue: Commercial Hotel, 2 Hassal Street, Parramatta. 7pm - 9.30pm More information closer to the event.
- [Humanising the Enemy: A Story of Hope in the Israeli/Palestinian Conflict](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?p=3018) - The Centre for Peace and Conflict Studies (CPACS), Jews against the Occupation (JAO) and the Global Social Justice Network (GloSo) invite you to a seminar to show the new and inspiring documentary, Within the Eye of the Storm. The documentary focuses on two former fighters, an Israeli and a Palestinian, both members of Combatants for
- [Affordable Housing and Homelessness - Social Justice In The Pub](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?p=2999) - The St Vincent de Paul Society will host a Social Justice in the Pub event on Wednesday 31 July 2013 at the Belrose Hotel, as part of a series of social justice talks across the state. Social Justice in the Pub provides an opportunity for local communities to come together to discuss social justice issues
- [Respect Earth - A public prayer/meditation vigil about mining fossil fuels.](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?p=3001) - The Faith Ecology Network (FEN) invites people of all faiths and of none are invited to gather at this peaceful event to reflect about care for the Earth and its people in the face of the escalation of fossil fuel mining in Australia. The vigil will include silence, prayer, meditation, chanting and singing. FEN is
- [US Bishops' Message to the G8 on Protecting the Poor, Tax Evasion and Transparency (2013)](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?p=2993) - President Of USCCB Joins Other Bishops' Conferences In Letter To Leaders Of G8 Nations; Urges Them To Protect The Poor, Address Fair Trade, Transparency June 4, 2013 WASHINGTON—Cardinal Timothy M. Dolan of New York, president of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops, joined the Catholic Bishops’ Conferences of the Group of 8 nations (G8) to
- [Harmony in Worship - ALBUM LAUNCH](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?p=2852) - at
- [Afternoon Forum on Spirituality and the Environment](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?p=2816) - “God’s Creation: A Sacred Responsibility to Preserve” When?Saturday March 2nd: 1.30pm – 5.30pm (Followed by 6pm Eucharist)Where?St Anthony in the Fields Church46 Myoora Rd, Terrey HillsPresenter:Sr Margaret Hinchey rsmCost?Donations gratefully received Afternoon Tea providedOpen to all (Bring your friends of all ages)Hosted by the Frenchs Forest Catholic Parish Social Justice GroupSr Margaret Hinchey
- [Christmas at Bethlehem University, 2012; a message from Br Peter Bray, FSC.](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?p=2789) - BETHLEHEM UNIVERSITY Office of the Vice Chancellor - 24 December 2012 Greetings from this holy place of Bethlehem as we prepare to celebrate the coming of God amongst us! It is, indeed, a privilege to be here in Bethlehem and to try to take in that some two thousand years ago God became one of us
- [£5bn illegally taken out of Zambia over past decade, says report](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?p=2781) - Campaigners say most of the siphoned money ends up in tax havens and can be traced to mining multinationals Rupert Neate The Guardian, Tuesday 18 December 2012 More than £5bn has been illegally siphoned out of Zambia over 10 years, with most of it ending it up in offshore banks and tax havens, according to a report by
- [Combating Poverty at Its Roots - David Cameron PM](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?p=2775) - “The U.S. has introduced legally binding measures to require oil, gas and mining companies to publish key financial information for each country and project they work on. And I want Europe to do the same.”Economic development requires aid, but also sound institutions. Britain can lead on both fronts. By DAVID CAMERON Wall Street Journal -
- [Unjust debt goes to the heart of inequality. We need a new jubilee.](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?p=2759) - Only far-reaching changes to the global economy will stop the burden of debt falling on the poorest in our societies John Sentamu guardian.co.uk, Tuesday 9 October 2012 08.30 BST Ten years ago I was part of a movement called Jubilee 2000, which changed the way people think about debt. It challenged a deeply held principle that "debts
- [Faith in Mining? An Interfaith Forum - 14th Oct. 2012](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?p=2749)
- [“Walking with Love Alternatives & Pastoral Responses to Abortion”](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?p=2714) - Marcia Riordan is the Executive Officer of the Life, Marriage and Family Office in the Archdiocese of Melbourne and a member of the Australian Catholic Bishops Conference Catholic Life Council Marcia Riordan Thursday 27 September 201211:30am – 12:30pmBldg 2 Caroline Chisholm Centre423 Pennant Hills Rd (enter via City View Rd)Pennant HillsORFriday 28 September 201210:00am – 11:00amThe
- [To Love to the End - Prof Nicholas Tonti-Filippini](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?p=2732) - Prof Nicholas Tonti-Filippini,Associate Dean and Head of Bioethics at the John Paul II Institute, MelbourneThursday 27 September, 9.30am–11.00amBldg 2 Caroline Chisholm Centre423 Pennant Hills Rd (enter via City View Rd) Pennant Hills OR Thursday 27 September, 7.30pm–9.00pm Leo Mahon RoomSt John the
- [Salesian Nuns and Priests to be separated by Apartheid Wall by Alice Bach](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?p=2668) - from "The Electronic Intifada"Submitted by Alice Bach on Tue, 07/10/2012 - 19:22 Nuns on one side: Priests on the other After remaining in the shadows of non-Catholic-based media for years, women religious seem to be capturing the spotlight. Recently in these pages I discussed the American Nuns on the Bus trying to explain social justice
- [NEW! Simply Sharing 2012 - Peace and Development website and ‘app’](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?p=2658) - www.simplysharing.org.au What is the relationship between conflict and poverty?Can community development be a tool for peace? Explore these questions and more with the new 2012 Simply Sharing ‘app’ and website. The ‘app’ can be downloaded or viewed online. The website has many more resources to assist your community to learn, pray and act for peace.
- [Beyond Tribal Loyalties: Personal Stories of Jewish Peace Activists.](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?p=2597) - Interested parties are invited to an event that the NSW Parliamentary Friends of Palestine are hosting to discuss the soon to be released book Beyond Tribal Loyalties: Personal Stories of Jewish Peace Activists. 1-3pm, Friday 15 June 2012 Waratah Room, NSW Parliament House Macquarie St, Sydney (Download Flyer pdf) Beyond Tribal Loyalties is a unique
- [Building a Sustainable Economy in Australia - Dr Miriam Lyons](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?p=2590) - Catholics in Coalition for Justice and Peace. SUNDAY SEMINAR SUNDAY 20 MAY 2012 9.45 – 12.30pm 9 ALEXANDRA AVE. CROYDON NSW SPEAKER:MIRIAM LYONS Miriam is the Executive Director of the Centre for Policy Development TOPIC: BUILDING A SUSTAINABLE ECONOMY IN AUSTRALIA Come along and bring some interested people with you. Cost $10 if able. Morning
- [Catholic Bishops speak out - "We need transparency to fight corruption and tax dodging".](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?p=2584) - “God intended the earth with everything contained in it for the use of all human beings and peoples. Thus, under the leadership of justice and in the company of charity, created goods should be in abundance for all in like manner.” (Vatican Council II, Gaudium et Spes, 69) 25 April 2012 Multinational companies deprive developing
- [‘Finding new ways for approaching Indigenous disadvantage’ - Larissa Behrendt, Professor of Law and Director of Research at the University of Technology](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?p=2578) - Beecroft Forum Dinner. Guest Speaker: Larissa Behrendt, Professor of Law and Director of Research at the University of Technology. Topic: ‘Finding new ways for approaching Indigenous disadvantage’. Details: Thursday 10 May 2012 Pennant Hills Golf Club, Copeland Road, Beecroft at 7.00 for 7.30pm. Cost per adult is $45. Payment can be made by cheque
- [It's time for a reality check: Julian Cribb, Dr Graham Turner, Prof. Dexter Dunphy](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?p=2566) - To everyone concerned about securing a sustainable future for humanity. Every day we are bombarded with messages from politicians, business people and media commentators telling us that everything will be okay as long as we continue to grow. However, an increasing number of people are starting to realise that the opposite is true ie.
- [Bishop Stephen Mungo, the EU, transparency and poverty in Africa.](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?p=2558) - From The Guardian UK , 30th March, 2012 Greater transparency can shed light on the murky world of resource corruption. The EU needs to introduce robust transparency laws if Europe is serious about improving the lives of the world's poorest Africa is considered to be the most economically underdeveloped continent. It holds significant reserves of
- [A call for peace and justice in the Holy Land](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?p=2549) - Bishop Pat Power - March 27, 2012 from the Canberra Times. Opinion Israel must stop abusing Palestinians so trust and respect can prevail, PAT POWER writes Pat Power is the Catholic Auxiliary Bishop of Canberra and Goulburn and long-time supporter of the rights of the Palestinian people. Hardly a day passes without me being appalled
- [Productivity Commission Hearing puts a spotlight on the operation of Australia's Export Credit Agency](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?p=2545) - Tuesday 27 March, 2012 Yesterday Jubilee Australia's deputy director gave testimony to a Productivity Commission hearing about the impact of Australia’s export credit operations on less-developed nations, including the accumulation of excessive sovereign debt. The Productivity Commission's Draft Report, released last month, incorporates key Jubilee Australia's recommendations, including proposing new measures to address public concern
- [Palestine matters, not Gillard-Rudd soapies.](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?p=2500) - from the ABC's The Drum - Opinion 6 March 2012 by Stuart Rees. In the Khan Younis area of southern Gaza, the Qdeh family's modest rabbit farm is one of several Australian trade union humanitarian aid (Apheda) projects which is bolstering food security for poor families. On a Spring evening in April
- [Asylum Seekers! Boat People! What does Catholic Social Teaching Have to Say?](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?p=2493)
- [Should Australia Change Its Constitution?](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?p=2480)
- [Elites Loot Africa While Foreign Debt Mounts](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?p=2455) - Global Financial Integrity hosts an interesting article from the website, Financial Integrity Task force. It come from Yale Global. Its authors are James Boyce and Léonce Ndikumana. They say: It was an African equivalent of stealing the Brooklyn Bridge, and for four years, nobody noticed. From 2007 to 2010, $32 billion in public funds went
- [CIDSE and the Financial Transaction Tax (Robin Hood Tax)](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?p=2406) - EU crisis summit Financial Transaction Tax (FTT) should not be reduced to stock tax, development networks CIDSE and APRODEV say (Brussels, 30/01/2012) - At today’s EU crisis Summit, European leaders discuss next steps for the implementation of a Financial Transaction Tax (FTT). In order to win UK support for a tax on the financial sector,
- [Palestinian priest tells UK parishes about desperate plight of Holy Land Christians](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?p=2374) - By: Fr Joe Ryan (Reprinted from Independent Catholic News) Posted: Friday, December 2, 2011 5:35 pm Palestinian priest tells UK parishes about desperate plight of Holy Land Christians | Fr Johnny Abu Khalil,Nablus in Palestine,Parish of Enfield Fr Johnny Abu Khalil, Parish Priest of Nablus in Palestine, spoke at the Parish of Enfield on Wednesday,
- [The Tax Justice Network - Tax Evasion and Developing Countries](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?p=2352) - New research published by the Tax Justice Network shows that tax evasion costs 145 countries, representing over 98% of world GDP, more than US$3.1 trillion annually. In the UK for instance, a staggering £69.9 billion a year is lost to tax evasion in the ‘shadow economy’ - that is, 56% of the country’s total healthcare
- [SJ Around the Bay to join Publish What You Pay](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?p=2324) - At the meeting of representatives of Parish Social Justice Groups held at Corpus Christi, St Ives, there was agreement to join the Australian Coalition of Publish What You Pay. (See Mission Statement) . The membership principles state: a) Advocate for the mandatory disclosure of payments made by extractive industry companies, both multinational and state owned
- [Publish What You Pay](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?p=2302) - Filipino bishops seek solidarity from Australian Church from CathNews, (2006) In a statement timed to coincide with the Australian Church's Social Justice Sunday this weekend, Filipino bishops have called on their Australian counterparts for support in safeguarding the human rights of Filipino Indigenous people under pressure from Australian mining companies. Roslyn Arayata While mining in
- [“Gold Rush”:Australian Mining in the Philippines, At what Cost?](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?p=2284) - The Action for Peace & Development in the Philippines (APDP) invites you to a forum on - “Gold Rush”:Australian Mining in the Philippines, At what Cost? The forum is co-sponsored by MSC (Missionaries of the Sacred Heart) Justice & Peace Centre Tuesday, 18 October 2011 at 6.30 pm (to 8.30pm) at the AMWU Building, Level
- ["Kathy Kelly - Faith-based Peacemaking, Active nonviolence and social justice", The 2011 Pace e Bene Australia NATIONAL INSPIRITOR TOUR](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?p=2265) - Kathy Kelly Kathy Kelly, described as 'perhaps the most respected person in the US peace movement', will be here in Sydney for only six days 14th - 19th October. She has been nominated 3 times for the Nobel Peace Prize. In 2009, she lived in Gaza during the Operation Cast Lead bombing. She was also
- [From the ABC - The World Today: "Palestinians link foreign aid to occupation".](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?p=2263) - (Hear) Anne Barker reports for the ABC, October 04, 2011. PETER CAVE: The US congress has blocked about $200 million in aid to the Palestinian Authority as apparent punishment for its applying for statehood through the United Nations. The Authority relies on hundreds of millions of dollars a year in aid from foreign donors. But
- [Sydney Alliance,Broken Bay Diocesan representatives attend founding of the Sydney Alliance](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?p=2240) - On the evening of Thursday 15th September, 2011, a number of representatives of the Diocese of Broken Bay attended the founding event of the Sydney Alliance at Sydney Town Hall. Clare Glendenning and Margy Dale were official volunteers for the night. (Click photos to enlarge). Rear: Shirley Storrier, Trish Wilson, Joan Pavitt, Sr Meg Tallafer,
- ["Life in Occupied Palestine" DVD at Corpus Christi, St Ives.](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?p=2230) - Life in Occupied Palestine DVD & BBQ Sunday 11 September at 7pm Church hall, 263 Mona vale Rd St Ives Organised by the Corpus Christi St Ives Social Justice group For further information, contact Luke on 0424 188 139 Anna talks about her time working with the International Women's Peace Service in theWest Bank, documenting
- [Why Refugees from Iran? & 10 Essential Facts About Asylum Seekers ](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?p=2214) - On the evening of 23rd August, 2011 at Fr Patrick McMaugh Hall, Asquith, listeners heard from three speakers: Phil Glendenning, and two Iranian refugees. Phil debunked some of the false notions associated with refugees and asylum seekers as they make their way to Australia. Mohammad and Abraham (surnames not disclosed for security reasons), described their
- [Mentors needed in Redfern](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?p=2206) - Are you free every week or two for an hour or so, to drop in and share a cup of tea with people who are currently homeless or disadvantaged once a fortnight or so, to listen to their busy lives, to share stories and friendship. If you are interested, please email jenny.carter(at)optusnet.com.au Location: St. Vincent
- [Building Bridges, Not Walls: Prisons and the justice system - Suggested actions.](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?p=2194) - Sunday 21st August The Australian Catholic Social Justice Council is now preparing for the release in September of the Australian Catholic Bishops’ Social Justice Statement. In their Statement, Building Bridges, Not Walls: Prisons and the justice system, the Bishops revisit an issue that the Christian churches together addressed over 20 years ago. It is the
- [The Social Impacts of Climate Change - with Associate Professor James Goodman](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?p=2172) - JOIN US FOR A WORKSHOP WITH Associate Professor James Goodman, Social and Political Change Group, UTS to look at the facts about the social impacts of climate change: what is happening globally? where? why? What actions can we, as Australians, take, nationally and locally, to bring about climate justice? Bring some examples of what you
- [Human faces and stories of climate change - Kiribati a presentation from Maria Timon](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?p=2120) - On the 15th May, 2011 Maria Timon from the Edmund Rice Institute spoke to parishioners Corpus Christie St. Ives. She asked for assistance for her people. (Download the petition) Maria Timon works as Pacific Outreach Project Officer for the Pacific Calling Partnership and comes from the island nation of Kiribati right on the equator in
- [The Aboriginal Acknowledgement Plaque at Sacred Heart church, Pymble.](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?p=2100) - Aboriginal Acknowledgement Plaque unveiled on Sunday, May 29 after the 9.30 am Family Mass In 2006 the Australian Catholic Bishops issued their Social Justice Sunday Statement The Heart of our Country – Dignity and Justice for our Indigenous sisters and brothers. In the Statement special reference was made to the 1986 address of Pope John
- [First the Problem of the Intervention - Then the Constitution!!](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?p=2042) - On the evening of Friday 27th May, 2011 a dinner forum "The First Australians" was held at St Anthony in the Fields Catholic Church, part of the Catholic Parish of Frenchs Forest. The theme for the evening, a Guringai Festival event, was "First the Problem of the Intervention - Then the Constitution. Nicole Watson was
- [Social Justice Teachings of the Catholic Church](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?p=1938) - Two talks will be given on the Catholic Church’s teachings on Social Justice. The first evening Dan Fleming an up and coming young theologian from the Broken Bay Institute will give a lecture on the theology of Social Justice. On the Second evening Dan Fleming will introduce us to a number of important justice issues
- [The Link Between food for the Poor and Climate Change](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?p=1932) - Professor Jeffery Sachs discusses the current high price of food on the international market, the needs of the poor and the impact of Climate Change.
- [The ABC exposes a Vulture in the NSW Supreme Court](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?p=1920) - A decision in the NSW Supreme Court has forced the Democratic Republic of Congo, a nation of some of the poorest people on Earth), to pay $30m plus court costs, enforcing a decision made by a court in the US. The ABC program "The Law Report" 1 March, 2011, exposes how a US company that
- [Violence and Inequality - A Challenge for Women in Timor Leste](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?p=1844) - Tamara Sloper Harding - 24-11-2010 This week, Thursday 25 November was White Ribbon Day, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women. On 17 December 1999, the United Nations General Assembly designated 25 November as a day to raise public awareness of the problem all over the world. Governments, international organizations and NGOs
- [Peace is possible in Middle East, pope says at synod's closing Mass](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?p=1821) - By Cindy Wooden (Oct-25-2010) from the Catholic News Service, VATICAN CITY (CNS) -- Closing the Synod of Bishops for the Middle East, Pope Benedict XVI said, "We must never resign ourselves to the absence of peace." "Peace is possible. Peace is urgent," the pope said Oct. 24 during his homily at the Mass closing the
- [Kevin Rudd, the Millennium Development Goals and the UN](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?p=1749) - (Copied from the Make Poverty History Website) United Nations General Assembly: 22 September 2010 High-level Plenary Meeting on the Millennium Development Goals Statement by the Honourable Mr Kevin Rudd, MP Minister for Foreign Affairs Mr President, Secretary-General, Distinguished delegates, As nations we have a responsibility to do that which we say we will do. A
- [Congratulations Jubilee Australia](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?p=1722) - from Adele Webb, Jubilee Australia National Coordinator. 13th July 2010 Australian Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade, Stephen Smith, and his Indonesian counterpart yesterday announced the conclusion of a landmark three-year process which sees the signing of Australia's first debt swap agreement. The Debt2Health initiative of The Global Fund, will see Australia cancel $75 million of
- [Liberia's Debt Cancelled: 29th and World's Poorest Country Reaches Completion Point](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?p=1717) - 09 July 2010 from Jubilee USA. (Subscribe) By Alexandra Zarecky For years, Jubilee USA and tens of thousands of supporters have been calling for immediate debt cancellation for Liberia, and helped secure financing to clear the nation’s arrears to the IMF in 2007. Finally those calls have been heard. On June 29, Liberia, the world’s
- [Palestinian Home Demolition Continues](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?p=1708) - THE ISRAELI COMMITTEE AGAINST HOUSE DEMOLITION DENOUNCES ISRAELI DEMOLITIONS (and American enabling) July 14, 2010 After an unofficial nine-month “moratorium,” the Israeli government has returned with a vengeance to its policy of demolishing Palestinian homes. Yesterday, July 13, six homes were demolished in East Jerusalem. In Jabal Mukaber, the homes of the Tawil family (15 people)
- [RELIGIOUS LEADERS URGE POLITICAL LEADERS TO ACT WITH COMPASSION](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?p=1707) - The Conference of Leaders of Religious Institutes in NSW [CLRI(NSW)] has expressed serious concern about the proposed direction of both major parties in their proposed treatment of asylum seekers and refugees. ‘There is a desperate need for leadership from all sides of politics,’ said Sister Marie Duffy rsm, president of CLRI(NSW). Use this letter to
- [Global Crisis to Green Future - Week end conference](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?p=1642) - Invite to national left renewal conference, From Global Crisis to Green Future ..., May 29-30, Sydney from global crisis to green future ...Australian Left Renewal Conference Weekend May 29-30, 2010 University of Technology Sydney Building 2, Broadway Conference Program Saturday, May 29, 2010 9.30am Registration 10.30am Welcome to Country Sydney Trade Union Choir 10.45am-12.30pm Participatory
- [Tax the banks and give to the poor, Robin Hood style.](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?p=1625) - from SMH PETER SINGER March 31, 2010 For the first time in history we have the ability to eradicate large-scale extreme poverty and the suffering it brings. The question is whether we have the will to do it. Growing support for a global financial transaction tax - known as the Robin Hood Tax - offers
- [From the BBC - On the trail of the vultures picking over Liberia's debt ](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?p=1620) - From Blog the Debt (Jubilee USA) VIDEO: On the trail of the vultures picking over Liberia's debt Posted: 26 Feb 2010 11:55 AM PST Watch BBC Newsnight's great report on vulture funds in Liberia. It really makes the complicated story of vulture funds come to life. BBC reports: Over the last five years the UK,
- [JUSTICE, PEACE and HUMAN RIGHTS COMPLIANCE: perceptions, illusions and realities – towards a universal template for social justice. ](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?p=1587) - A paper for the Towards Restorative Justice Conference University of Sydney 7-9 December 2009 Howard Bell NSW Regional Committee, Amnesty International
- [Christian leaders in the Middle East see boycott and disinvestment as tools of non violence for justice, peace and security for all.](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?p=1596) - The Kairos Palestine Document A moment of truth: A word of faith, hope and love from the heart of Palestinian suffering. We, a group of Christian Palestinians, after prayer, reflection and an exchange of opinion, cry out from within the suffering in our country, under the Israeli occupation, with a cry of hope in the
- [URGENT ACTION - VIETNAMESE PRIEST FALLS SERIOUSLY ILL IN PRISON ](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?p=1593) - from Amnesty International. Activist for Human Rights in Vietnam Imprisoned pro-democracy activist and Catholic priest Father Nguyen Van Ly suffered a suspected stroke on 14 November in Viet Nam. He is conscious but paralyzed on one side. He has been moved to a prison hospital in the Vietnamese capital, Ha Noi. He may be returned
- [The Earth Community Booklet from International JPIC- a Good Resource for your Parish](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?p=1589) - This booklet is from the heads of International Justice, Peace and Integrity of Creation (JPIC) and is based on the See Judge Act model in a similar way to the one prepared by the FFCP Social Justice Group which was available at the recent SJ DAY. It includes a prayer/reflection section which would be good for all parish groups to engage in.
- [From Geneva: A Challenge to Illegitimate Debt, by Neil Watkins](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?p=1564) - Posted by jubileeusa on 18 November 2009 at 11:47 AM Last week, I had the opportunity to attend a meeting of the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) in Geneva about how the global economic crisis is affecting developing countries’ debt situations. The conference brought together more than 350 participants from 100 governments,
- [Should the Palestinians declare and independent state? Jeff Halper discusses.](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?p=1561) - Jeff Halper - Thu 19/11/2009 8:21 PM (Jeff Halper is the Director of the Israeli Committee Against House Demolitions (ICAHD). ). The Israeli Committee Against House Demolitions is based in Jerusalem and has chapters in the United Kingdom and the United States. Please visit his websites: www.icahd.org, www.icahduk.org, www.icahdusa.org OK, so the Palestinian Authority will
- [No Partner for Peace: Our American Problem](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?p=1555) - by Jeff Halper (Jeff Halper is the Director of the Israeli Committee Against House Demolitions (ICAHD). He can be reached at .) 5-11-2009 It was as if some official, perhaps one of President Obama’s “czars,” like the Czar for Demolishing American Credibility, had orchestrated a systematic campaign to isolate the US from the rest of
- [Pathway Through the Maze](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?p=1548) - What living conditions do you imagine when you hear the words “filthy”, “foul” and “slum”? Rubbish heaps in the third world? Actually, such living conditions are not uncommon in all areas of Sydney. Catholic Community Services has also been training other community agencies to support early intervention for those living in squalor. Over 680 practitioners
- [Sydney Peace Rize](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?p=1545) - City of Sydney Peace Prize Lecture 2009 “Breaking the Australian Silence” by John Pilger It is said that a prophet is without honour in his own country. This year, the Sydney Peace Foundation and the City of Sydney confound that saying by honouring John Pilger’s journalism, books and films and all they have contributed to
- [International Day of Climat Action 350.org Events.](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?p=1532) - October 24th 2009 is the 350.org Global Day of Climate Action. Please come along to help make these Sydney events stand out here at home and on the global stage. Click here for details.
- [Stand for Freedom in support of Aung Sang Suu Kyi and the People of Burma](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?p=1524) - "For fifteen minutes we will stand united on the steps of the Sydney Opera House, an international icon of freedom of expression." For further details from Janelle Saffin INFORMATION PACK Aung Sang Suu Kyi Our message is simple: “We stand beside you, behind you, in front of you, and through hardship we will carry you
- [Launch of Barefeet International](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?p=1511) - A group including Michelle O'Sullivan and her 2 sisters Jo & Kerrie, are launching their new non-profit organisation, Barefeet International on October 17th. They are celebrating the occasion with Barefeet Bowls @ Diggers on the Park, Manly and would really love people to come and join in celebrating with them. Come along, join in the
- [Footy the La Perouse Way - A short film about hope](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?p=1506) - Download Footy The La Perouse Way Hear from the film director, Michael Longbottom Meet Natalie Taylor from the Hornsby Aboriginal Corporation who can tell us what is happening in the local area Fr. Patrick McMaugh Hall St Patrick’s School Royston Parade Asquith 8pm Wednesday October 21st ALL WELCOME For further information phone Margaret:99874401 or Clare:
- [MAKE THE CHANGE Take the Pledge](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?p=1498) - Dear Fairtrade Supporter Truth be told, we're pretty fortunate. We know that $2 is less than most of us spend on a cup of coffee, yet that's what more than 2 billion people around the world must survive on every day. As Fairtrade supporters, we're also in a great position to be able to make
- [Social Justice Educators Newsletter No 9, 2009](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?p=1485) - COLUMBAN MISSION INSTITUTE Centre for Peace Ecology and JusticePeace Ecology Justice Action for Growing a Culture of Peace Anne Lanyon Introduction In the introduction to the 2009 Social Justice Sunday Statement “And you will be my witnesses” which was launched last Wednesday, Bishop Christopher Saunders said the challenge for young people was to "persevere
- [Vulture fund swoops on Congo over $100m debt Posted - from Jubilee USA](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?p=1437) - from Jubilee USA 10 Aug 2009 09:13 AM PDT (Another vicious vulture fund uncovered! Read this article published yesterday in the UK's The Observer) Vulture fund swoops on Congo over $100m debt Anger as war-torn DRC racks up massive fines By Heather Stewart and Ashley Seager The government of the war-torn Democratic Republic of Congo
- [Poll: Palestinians support peace, believe Mash'al does too ](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?p=1349) - From "If America Knew", Sunday, July 26, 2009 Bethlehem – An overwhelming majority of Palestinians believe Hamas leader in exile Khalid Mash’al has recognized Israel’s right to exist following his June speech where he expressed support for a two-state solution, a recent poll found. A monthly poll for the Near East Consulting company released in
- [Professor Jeffrey Sachs on Sustainable Solutions](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?p=1279) - This world leader in the concern for the problems of world poverty and a sustainable environment speaks at Sydney University at its opening of their new centre for Sustainable Solutions. The video is provided by the ABC. It can be found at (Click here). It outlines the history of economic growth, the fact that is
- [Global Poverty Project](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?p=1272) - A group of enthusiasts are now promoting The Global Poverty Project. Details can be found at their website. It is promoting the Millennium Development Goals. (I'm not sure how it differs from the Make Poverty History campaign). You can see their video on Youtube at the following link. Phil Jones http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P5sXE8Nhx_U
- [Recycle Computers, Text books, Used Books through Kanga Schools](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?p=1226) - Contact details: Email: contact@kangaschools.org Website: www.sierraunite.org See the attached brochure: Brochure 05-2009 Contact points and contact numbers: Manly: 9938 5082 Pymble 0419 637 178 Belrose: 0419 637 178
- [ Israel defies US with plan for 240 new homes on Palestinian land](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?p=1222) - From The Guardian (UK), 23rd June 2009. Rory McCarthy, Jerusalem (more details). • Ehud Barak approved construction in West Bank • Scheme cuts farmers' access to land, say critics Israel's defence ministry has proposed legalising 60 existing homes at a Jewish settlement in the occupied West Bank, and building another 240 homes at the site,
- [The UN Conference on the World Financial and Economic Crisis and its Impact on Development](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?p=1174) - This conference is coming up this week, 24-26 June 2009, New York. I phoned Stephen Smith's office and was assured that Australia would have a representative at the meeting. (Just letting the Government know that it is being watched). Updates on the meeting (such as they are) can be obtained from http://www.un-ngls.org, the UN Non-Government
- [A One or Two State Solution? - Haneen Zoubi](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?p=994) - Recently I attended a talk given by Ms Haneen Zoubi, a Palestinian from Israel and the first woman ever to be elected to Ms Haneen Zoubi the Israel Knesset as a member of an Arab party. I was particularly interested to hear what she had to say given that both Barack Obama and Pope Benedict
- [Environment](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?p=977) - Will bring copies of ather Charles Rue's book LET THE SON SHINE - An Australian Catholic Response to Climate Change. Cost $15 or $10 for 3 or more.
- [Hamas recognises Israel](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?p=823) - According to the website of the International Middle East Media Center (IMEMC), Hamas has agreed to recognise Israel's existence. In part the article (24/2/2009) says: The U.S has boycotted Hamas since the latter won parliamentary elections in 2006, until the Islamist group recognizes Israel, renounces resistance against the Israeli occupation and accepts previously-signed peace agreements
- [Refugees - still an issue](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?p=641) - PhD RESEARCH – ‘SPEAKING RIGHTLY OF GOD IN A WORLD OF SUFFERING’ Elaine Ledgerwood is a PhD student in theology at Murdoch University. She is interested in listening to Christians who have supported refugees in detention or on temporary protection visas reflect on how their experiences have shaped their faith. Elaine will be in Sydney

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- [Indigenous Australia](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?page_id=123) - (Edited by Phil Jones) A video of a presentation made by Fr Frank Brennan looking at some of the complexities involved in the text of the referendum prior to the final decision and Parliamentary Review
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- [Palestine/Israel](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?page_id=863) - (Edited by Phil Jones) . "When will it be understood that the coexistence of the Israeli and Palestinian peoples cannot be brought about by arms? For it is neither attacks, nor walls that separate, nor even retaliation that will ever lead to a just solution of the continuing conflict.... From 1967 till today, unspeakable sufferings
- [Prayers](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?page_id=378) - Philippians 4:4-9Rejoice in the Lord always; again I will say, Rejoice. Let your gentleness be known to everyone. The Lord is near. Do not worry about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard
- [About Us](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?page_id=2) - SJ Around the Bay SJ Around the Bay is a website that links people and communities inspired by the Gospel and the Social and Environmental Teachings of the Christian Church, in the area around Broken Bay, people who share a commitment to developing collaborative activities to promote a just society, address social inequality and achieve
- [Global Warming](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?page_id=35) - The History of the Study of Global Warming A basic look at how climate scientists infer that man-made carbon gases are changing the climate, and how this view is contradicted by other climate scientists who are skeptics.The creator of these videos (potholer54) former science correspondent with "an interest in reporting the facts, not the media
- [Our Environment](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?page_id=1238) - Not least of these are the menacing threats to God's creation itself through climate change. Perhaps more than ever before in our human history the fundamental relationship between Creator, Creation and Creature needs to be pondered and respected.".....Pope Benedict XVI, February 2009 For an introduction to the Environment Crisis see the video The Global Environment
- [Climate Change - its Impact on the Poor](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?page_id=695) - Uploaded on Mar 7, 2011 Severe drought in August 2009 left pastoralist communities in north east Kenya on the verge of catastrophe. The frequency of droughts in this part of Kenya has increased considerably in recent years as a result of climate change. Christian Aid's partner Northern Aid is working with the poorest
- [Sustainable growth - an oxymoron? ](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?page_id=700) - How are the 1970s predictions of Limits to Growth made famous by "The Club of Rome" viewed today? (Click to see the video) published by The Monthly, displayed through SlowTV "The Limits to Growth, published in 1972, was a landmark publication when released, one of the first studies to link the world economy with the
- [Australian Government Development Assistance (Aid)](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?page_id=502) - A page devoted to Aid given for the purposes of overseas development by the Australian Government. AusAIDThe Australian Government's overseas aid is managed by AusAID."The aim of the program is to assist developing countries reduce poverty and achieve sustainable development, in line with Australia's national interest". See more details at AusAID"In 2009-10 Australia will provide
- [Other Organisations and Communities](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?page_id=380) - Australian Catholic Social Justice Council The Australian Catholic Bishops Conference mandates the ACSJC to promote research, education, advocacy and action on social justice, peace and human rights, integrating them deeply into the life of the whole Catholic community in Australia, and providing a credible Catholic voice on these matters in Australian society. Provides a series
- [Fair Trade](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?page_id=1145) - The Fair Trade Movement not only enables a fairer return to producers in developing countries, it also provides an insight into the way in which trade can trap people in poverty and modern slavery. Coldplay's Chris Martin for the Make Trade Fair campaign How the Fair Trade Movement Works. What You Can Do. Buy Fair
- [Illegitimate Debt and the Jubilee Movement](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?page_id=14) - Illegitimate Third World Debt and Jubilee Australia An introduction to Illegitimate Debt, (Part 1) (PS: This clip has a small sound gap in the middle, from 6.16 - 6.48) An introduction to Illegitimate Debt, (Part 2) .. What you can do as an individual: Join Jubilee Australia. (Click here) . What your congregation can do:
- [Publish What You Pay](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?page_id=2744) - In 2011 SJ Around the Bay joined Publish What You Pay Australia, (PWYP). PWYP is coalition of Australian civil society organisations working with the global network to campaign for transparency and accountability in the mining, oil and gas industries. The Publish What You Pay Australia coalition (PWYP Australia) is comprised of non-governmental organisations committed to promoting
- [Global Development](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?page_id=779) - Introduction Professor Jeffrey Sachs, architect of the UN Millennium Goals outlines simply and graphically the urgent and critical concerns of the Social Justice and Environmental movement. More details one how we are able to move towards a solution are outlined below and in the linked pages. In December, 2008, noted economist, Dr. Jeffrey Sachs, founder
- [Normanhurst](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?page_id=199) - (Contact person to be determined) To join the SJ Around the Bay community, please fill in the following form:
- [Manly Freshwater](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?page_id=489) - To visit The Northern Beaches Refugee Sanctuary click here. To join the SJ Around the Bay community in the Manly Freshwater area contact: Rupert Hudson or Rosemary Ashton by completing and sending the following form:
- [The Lakes](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?page_id=151) - Collaroy Plateau and Narrabeen To join the SJ Around the Bay community please contact: Trish or David Makenzie by completing the form below:
- [Right to Life](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?page_id=19) - Suggested Websites Walking With Love.
- [The Millennium Development Goals](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?page_id=9) - Among the Millennium goals, pride of place goes to the theme of poverty and development. I say pride of place, because it affects the right to subsistence of hundreds of millions of human beings, surviving - as best they can - below the threshold of what is necessary, as well as tens of millions of
- [Trade](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?page_id=115) - (Edited by .....) "When two parties are in very unequal positions, their mutual consent alone does not guarantee a fair contract; the rule of free consent remains subservient to the demands of the natural law ... trade relations can no longer be based solely on the principle of free, unchecked competition, for it very often
- [Refugees](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?page_id=47) - Bishop Vincent Long van Nguyen recently delivered the 2011 Rerum Novarum address on the topic ASYLUM SEEKERS - IS THERE A JUST SOLUTION. Archdiocese of Melbourne if fortunate to have had this former asylum seeker and refugee appointed in May 2011, as one of our four Auxiliary Bishops. The Oration was responded to
- [Ku-ring-gai Chase](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?page_id=415) - To join the SJ around the Bay community, please contact: Margaret Acret, Ph 9489 8096 or complete the following form:
- [Contact Us](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?page_id=372) - For any technical problems you find on this website or if you or members of your group would like to contribute either a page or a post to this website, please contact the website administrator by completing the following form:
- [St Ives](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?page_id=205) - Contact person: Luke Keighery, Phone: o424 188 139 To join the Social Justice Group at St Ives
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- [Social Justice and the St Vincent de Paul Society.](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?page_id=119) - (Edited by Phil Jones) The St Vincent de Paul Society has a focus on Social Justice and more details can be found on their website, www.vinnies.org.au/social-justice-national. Particular issues have been investigated and reports are available on: Mental Health Literacy, October 2010 Problem Gambling, August 2010 The Conference Report, February 2010 Known Territory, June 2009 Social
- [Pittwater](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?page_id=153) - The Catholic Parish of Pittwater (Mona Vale and Avalon) is very much involved in Pittwater Friends of Soibada. Soibada is a village in the highlands of Timor Leste. If you would like to make contact with Tamara Harding, the Social Justice Director, do so by: by phone at: o4o-322-6699, (02) 9918-8317 or by completing the
- [Lindfield](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?page_id=193) - To join the SJ around the Bay community associated with Holy Family please contact: Sue Mowbray Ph; 9499 7575 or fill in the following form:
- [Catholic Social & Environmental Teachings](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?page_id=567) - (Edited by....) Compendium of the Social Doctrine of the Church: (Vatican website) We must therefore encourage and support the "ecological conversion" which in recent decades has made humanity more sensitive to the catastrophe to which it has been heading. Man is no longer the Creator's "steward", but an autonomous despot, who is finally beginning to
- [Resources](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?page_id=41) - (Edited by ....)
- [Scriptural References](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?page_id=561) - Adapted from the (US) National Catholic Rural Life Conference Amos 2:6-7 The unjust trample on the heads of ordinary people 5:10-15 Hate what is evil, do right; establish justice 6:1, 3-6 Woe to the complacent and oppressive rich 8:4-7 The powerful trample on the poor and needy . 1 Chronicles 29:10-14 We only give back
- [Waitara](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?page_id=216) - To join the SJ around the Bay community at Waitara please contact: Bill and Carmel Aitken Ph: 9489 1662 or fill in the form below:
- [Gosford Terrigal](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?page_id=207) - To join the SJ around the Bay community, Gosford, Terrigal please contact: Terry Cooke/Mary Seeto/Glenys North by filling in the following form:
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- [Wyong](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?page_id=473) - (Contact person to be determined). If you would like to join the SJ around the Bay community then contact: Sr Meg Tallafer: Ph: 9847-0000 ext1512 or 0450403760 or complete and send the following form:
- [Wyoming ](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?page_id=469) - (No contact person nominated at present) To join the SJ around the Bay community please contact: Sr Meg Tallafer: Ph: 9847-0000 ext1512 or or 0450403760 or complete and send the following form:
- [Woy Woy](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?page_id=465) - To join the SJ around the Bay community at Woy Woy please contact: Bernie Edwards: Ph: 4341 6343 or complete and send the form below:
- [Willoughby](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?page_id=222) - To join the SJ around the Bay community at Willoughby please contact: Bret Duczmal: Ph: 0408 643 771 or complete and send the following form:
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- [Wahroonga](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?page_id=213) - (Contact person to be determined) To join the SJ around the Bay community please contact Sr Meg Tallafer by completing the following form:
- [The Entrance](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?page_id=209) - At present there is no contact person for the Entrance so please contact Sr Meg Tallafer by completing the following form:
- [Pymble](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?page_id=155) - Pymble and West Pymble To join the SJ around the Bay community please contact: Jane Van Beek: Ph: 9144 4050 or fill in the following form:
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- [Frenchs Forest](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?page_id=59) - The communities of Forestville, Davidson and Terrey Hills. At present there are two people you may contact: Leo Ward: Ph 9451 7761 or Phil Jones Ph 9913 3695 or you may fill out the form below.
- [Epping - Carlingford](https://sjaroundthebay.org/?page_id=143) - To join the SJ around the Bay community please contact: Brian Moir at: 0419 264117 or 9868 2943

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