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Prayer for Life
O God, our Creator, all life is in your hands from conception until death. Help us to cherish our children and to reverence the awesome privilege of our share in creation. May all people live and die in dignity and love. Bless all those who defend the rights of the unborn, the handicapped and the aged. Enlighten and be merciful toward those who fail to love, and give them peace. Let freedom be tempered by responsibility, integrity and morality.
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The Good News
HOUSE RABBIT SOCIETY NATIONAL WEBSITE
www.rabbit.org
This week we look at a very unique niche rescue group that addresses the needs of pet rabbits.
House Rabbit Society was founded in 1988 and is located in Richmond, California and is an all-volunteer, nonprofit organization which recognized two important elements that would be the cornerstones of their mission, that people needed to be educated about the needs of real rabbits, and that there were rabbits in shelters in need of good homes. They look at rescuing rabbits and finding permanent homes for them. They also assist humane societies through publications on rabbit care, phone consultation and classes.
They have foster volunteers who bring abandoned rabbits into their own homes until permanent homes can be found. They look for indoor homes for their rabbits, so that they will enjoy lives that are both safe and social.
In the 20+ years since their founding, the House Rabbit Society has expanded to form a network of thousands of members and hundreds of licensed volunteers across the United States, Canada, Australia, Europe, and Asia.
The House Rabbit Society opened the first public rabbit-only shelter in the country in Richmond, California, which serves as a model for animal shelters around the world. HRS volunteers are internationally recognized for their expertise in rabbit behavior and care, and are called upon regularly to give educational seminars at venues around the world.
Absolutely a wonderful organization that addresses some of the most beautiful, intelligent and gentle creatures on the planet! Stewardship KUDOS!
CLICK HERE to watch Rabbits Rescued From a College Campus (December 2010-CNN Video)
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Celebrity Guest Columnist
Phyllis O'Beollain, The Dayton Examiner
Phyllis is a personal friend and one who has been a wonderful resource for our readers on bunny life and behavior. We asked her to update us on her new rabbit, "Guillermo," and her other rabbit family members. "G" Finds His Way ~by Phyllis O'Beollain
Readers may recall Guillermo-the-growling-rabbit, a neutered black and white mini-lop who changed from a lovable (if mischievous) rabbit into an angry, biting rabbit after being returned from an eight-month adoption. "It just didn't work out with the kids" was the only explanation given. A few weeks on Bach's Rescue Remedy drops stopped the biting, but his growling, charging, and cage rattling continued. After nearly six months of love, patience and giving him his space, no further improvement was noted in his behavior. READ MORE... ______________________________________ Father Ron's Column Father Frank
~by Father Ron Camarda 
Father Ron remembers his priest friend, Father Frank who recently passed away. He reflects on life, love, longing and evening prayer READ MORE... ______________________________________ Susi's CommentaryMiss Bunny Blueberry
~by Susi Pittman 
This week's website deals with the gentility and beauty of rabbits. In Susi's book, Animals in Heaven? she has a chapter dedicated to a wild rabbit that became a household pet for five years. She treats you to that chapter, Miss Bunny Blueberry, which was THE watershed moment in her life, when she believed that God allowed her to know that He did indeed call ALL creatures home. READ MORE... ______________________________________ Inspiration Blooms Sanctity
~by Sister Marie Rene, S.S.J. 
Sister Marie Rene is thrilled about Pope John Paul II's upcoming beatification and reminds us that the saints lead us by example to the heart of a loving God. READ MORE...
_________________________________________ Nature Calls!The Atlantic Ocean Garbage Dump ~by Frank Gromling 
The Atlantic Ocean garbage dump...do you know where it is? Frank will raise your awareness to this serious problem. READ MORE... _________________________________________ Artfully SpeakingSandhill Cranes
~by Rick Cannizzaro 
There is a magnificent bird that has graced North America for a very long time...having one of the longest fossil histories of any extant bird. It is today an endangered species. It is the Sandhill Crane and Rick has captured its beauty in one of his most stunning works of oil! READ MORE... _________________________________________ In the Key of "G" Life is Precious
~by Mary Galvano-Bajohr 
This week, Mary reflects upon the upcoming 38th anniversary of Roe v. Wade and shares a touching story of her mother's faith-filled answer to God's call to motherhood. READ MORE... ______________________________________ Invite Susi to SpeakSusi Pittman, author and founder of CatholicStewardsofCreation.com is available to speak to your school, club or organization. * 
Susi loves sharing her passion and love for creation with her audience! Her entertaining and uplifting presentation style has earned her the reputation of being a powerful and charismatic speaker. She is about teaching others the dynamics of how to see the created world through the eyes of a dedicated steward and to respond in kind. If it is the challenge of change, Susi helps people rise to the occasion with all due vigor and enthusiasm. For booking information, please contact Seana Hutchinson at seana@catholicstewardsofcreation.com Or call (904) 735-5979. CLICK HERE to view Speaker Information Currently scheduled to speak at Waterside Retirement Estates, Sarasota, FL January 25th, 11:00AM
& at Incarnation Church, Sarasota Florida, January 25, 2011, 7:00PM ______________________________________ Steward Alerts
National Prayer Vigil for Life _________________________________ 
EWTN To Acquire National Catholic Register _________________________________ 
Catholic Families for America Merge with CatholicVote.org
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Steward Activities 
January 22-31 Novena to Saint John Bosco _________________________________ 
Say a Rosary for LIFE _____________________________________
Wellness & NutritionThe Top 10 Edible Ornamental Plants
Have you ever had someone say to you, "Gee, you eat like a rabbit"? Anyone who loves their garden veggies is sure be shaking their head yes. As you plan your Spring garden this year, why not consider some great "rabbit" food that can be grown anywhere in your landscape or in a nice container. Check out the top 10 choices from the folks at Taste of Home. READ MORE... ______________________________________ Organic Farming & Gardening
Have you been looking for a high quality, information pack, FREE organic gardening and farming magazine? Then please look no further. Catch Susi's articles on each issue. READ MORE...
______________________________________ StargazingLepus the Hare Constellation
Lepus, the Rabbit, is visible in the northern hemisphere in winter. It is located just below Orion and west of Canis Major and Minor. The rabbit is being hunted by Orion and his two hunting dogs, Canis Major and Canis Minor. Be careful not to confuse Lepus with another constellation Lupus, the wolf. The mythology of Lepus is uncertain. It is, however, an ancient constellation known at least since the time of the Greeks. It contains one Messier object, M79, which is a globular cluster located about 40,000 light-years from Earth. READ MORE... ______________________________________ Share a LinkFunny Rabbit Show Be sure to watch this amazing rabbit that appeared on America's Got Talent! CLICK HERE to watch! . | 
