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"If you want PEACE
Work for JUSTICE"
-Pope Paul VI
Our Mission
Our Mission
Nurtured by our rich liturgical life, the Social Justice Ministry seeks to put our faith into action by supporting a culture of listening, compassion, and servanthood. In concrete and tangible ways, we are all called to respond, within and beyond our parish community, to Christ’s call to love our neighbor through outreach, education, works of mercy, and social action.
Join us on the 2nd Monday of the month!
All are welcome, no commitment necessary!
6:30 PM at St. Catherine's (upstairs mezzanine)
For more information email: SocialJusticeMinistry@BlessedTrinityCatholic.org
GOALS
GOALS
The social justice ministry strives to provide opportunities for the parish community to participate in the three pillars of social justice ministry:
Formation: Faith formation, scripture, prayer, Catholic social teaching and education on social Issues.
Charitable Works: Work to aid or assist others to meet their immediate needs, e.g. provide food, clothing, shelter, or monetary assistance.
Social Action: Address the root causes that contribute to suffering and injustice and advocate for just public policies to change social structures.
Rooted in Catholic Social Teaching
Rooted in Catholic Social Teaching
The Seven Principles of Catholic Social Teaching
The Seven Principles of Catholic Social Teaching
Catholic social teaching is central to this ministry, providing guidance to our actions.
"The Church's social teaching is a rich treasure of wisdom about building a just society and living lives of holiness amidst the challenges of modern society" (US Conference of Catholic Bishops).
Focus Areas
Focus Areas
Wonderfully Made "I praise you, for I am fearfully and wonderfully made" Psalm 139:14 God Loves You! No Exceptions!
Wonderfully Made "I praise you, for I am fearfully and wonderfully made" Psalm 139:14 God Loves You! No Exceptions!
Formation Opportunities
Formation Opportunities
Voting as People of the Eucharist
"The Church values the democratic system inasmuch as it ensures the participation of citizens in making political choices, guarantees the possibility of electing and holding accountable those who govern them, and of replacing them through peaceful means. Authentic democracy is possible only in a State ruled by law, and on the basis of a correct conception of the human person" - Pope John Paul II
Migration & Catholic Socia Teaching
Key Principles Derived from the Magisterial Teaching of the Catholic Church
Reflect on our history as an immigrant Church and the ways in which our country has been enriched by generations of immigrants and refugees, including the many Catholics fleeing persecution and war who have adopted this land as their own.
Catholic Charities thanks you for your generosity!
Catholic Charities help arrivals integrate into society by offering support and guidance as they adjust to their new surroundings and become active and productive participants in their communities.
Charitable Works Opportunities
Charitable Works Opportunities
What: Join our team to help pick up food donations from Westford Market Basket and deliver to Westford food pantry.
When: Mondays @ 8:00 AM
Commitment: About an hour for each pickup / drop off
For more information email: SocialJusticeMinistry@BlessedTrinityCatholic.org
Volunteers are the heart of Loaves & Fishes! There is no minimum commitment required and many ways to contribute your time and talents!
Learn more about the L&F Neighborhood Food Project! If you’d like to join an existing Neighborhood or become a Neighborhood Coordinator, click on the button below or email Gina at ginadtryan@gmail.com if you have questions!
Catholic Charities Boston appeals for our support as federal funding cuts and restrictive immigration policies severly impact the most vulnerable in our communities.
Provide Help & Hope to People in Need
Volunteers at Catholic Charities Boston make a difference
As our nation faces the most restrictive immigration policy in recent history, IINE stands strong in their support of immigrants and refugees.
Refugees and Immigrants Need Our Support
Volunteers at IINE play a critical role in helping immigrants and refugees in our communities.
Social Action Opportunities
Social Action Opportunities
Bearing Witness at ICE
Bearing Witness at ICE
One in six Catholics are vulnerable to deportation or live with someone who is.
Read: One Part of the Body
Join Bearing Witness outside the ICE office in Burlington every Wednesday from 11am-1pm. Stand in solidarity to show love & support.
Immigration Court Observation
Immigration Court Observation
Through a program managed by the Massachusetts Immigrant and Refugee Advocacy Coalition (MIRA), attend immigration court proceedings with us in pairs or small groups in the Chelmsford immigration court and document whether non-citizens are receiving due process and treated with dignity.
An invitation to Catholics to step into public expressions of faith rooted in justice, mercy, and love for the immigrant community. This work is nonpartisan and rooted in the Church’s commitment to the common good and the sacred dignity of all God’s children. In moments of weakening democratic norms, the Catholic Church has a history across the globe as being an essential force for safeguarding and enabling democracy.
A Call To Action
A Call To Action
Catholic Social Teaching calls us to action and advocacy!
Discover the many ways you can take action to improve Food Security in our world and how to best support our vulnerable immigrant neighbors!
Testimonials
Testimonials
On Christmas Eve, I attended a prayer service with SJM members outside the ICE facility in Burlington in support of detained immigrants. The service was sponsored by the Massachusetts Council of Churches and highlighted the Holy Family as refugees. It was a very moving experience.
-C.G. -Parishioner since 1999
I highly recommend The Next Dream, the documentary about the more than 1 million TPS families who are in danger of deportation and family separation. It helped me understand why so many Catholics are vulnerable to deportation or live with someone who is, which is described in One Part of the Body.
-Tina
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