Benedict XVI to U.S.: "Christ Is Our Hope!"
Pope Benedict XVI gave a message to the United State in anticipation of his upcoming trip. Says the theme of his visit is, "Christ Our Hope!"
"Jeus Christ is hope for men and women of every language, race, culture and social condition. Christ is the face of God present among us."
The focus on hope sounds eerily similar to a certain presidential campaign.
"Days of Hope": Acts of service in honor of the Pope's visit
To extend that thought about hope...
An event called "Days of Hope" is happening this week in Philadelphia, New York, Washington DC and South Bend, Indiana. Catholics and other people of faith will perform acts of mercy in honor of the Holy Father’s historic visit to the United States. Indiana Congressman Tim Roemer and other participants came together through their support of Barack Obama, but all are welcome to join in – Catholics, members of all faith communities, and those who just want to honor the Pope’s visit.
If you're interested, here are the details on the events:
Thursday, April 17, 2008
Washington D.C.
5:00-8:00 PM – D.C. Central Kitchen
Volunteers will help prepare fresh, locally grown produce that is used for job training programs and served at soup kitchens and shelters around the city.
Contact: Webb Lyons, ewlyons@gmail.com, 256-490-9821
Friday, April 18, 2008
New York City, NY
9:45-12:30 PM – Holy Apostles Soup Kitchen
Volunteers will help serve food and scrub tables at one of the largest, longest-running soup kitchens in the city.
Contact: Cassie Herman, cassie.herman@gmail.com, 516-459-6391
7:00-9:30 PM – Grand Central Food Program
Volunteers will work with a mobile soup kitchen that serves meals every night.
Contact: Cassie Herman, cassie.herman@gmail.com, 516-459-6391
Philadelphia, PA
Friday, April 18, 2008
10:15 - 1:15 PM - Project H.O.M.E.
(Housing, Opportunities for Employment, Medical Care, Education)
Volunteers and Former Congressman Tim Roemer will tour a neighborhood and serve the community.
Contact: Dave Ederer, david.ederer@villanova.edu, 716-348-9944
South Bend, IN
1:45 - 3:30 PM - Cardinal Nursing Home
Volunteers will attend Mass and visit with elderly residents.
Contact: Justin Tresnowski, jtresnow@nd.edu, 847-989-8472
Great Work!
I actually know the folks at Holy Apostles Soup Kitchen. The Volunteer Coordinator at the kitchen is Clyde Kuemerle, a good friend of mine.
I hope the "Days of Hope" efforts turned out to be a great success!