Purpose: 

Development and Peace is the official international development organization of the Catholic Church in Canada.  The organization encourages Canadians to act in solidarity with the poor through education, advocacy, personal choices and financial assistance to the projects and programs of its overseas partners.

At St. Mary’s, we hold 2 events every year; The Fall Action Campaign and the Share Lent Campaign.  We distribute literature, show videos, set up displays in the foyer and give talks during masses informing parishioners about what the campaign is all about.  In the fall, we encourage everyone to sign petition cards lobbying the Canadian government for specific policy changes.  The lent campaign is mainly a fundraising event through the Share Lent Collection.  During this time we encourage every parishioner to give generously to support our partners in their work for peace, justice and development.

Meetings:
Meetings are held prior to the two major actions in the Parish

Contacts: Ted & Cora Alcuitas

Ph: 604-517-0029
email: coralcuitas@shaw.ca 


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