OUR MISSION: To raise awareness to the most important Christian tenet given all humankind; that every human being is responsible for the needs and care of their human family AND for the entire created family of God.

The Arbor Day Foundation

www.arborday.org

Spring is arriving and the fresh smells of renewal are lingering in the early morning dawn. The beautiful trees of creation are beginning to emerge from their winter sleep as pollen and buds fill their branches. This is the time we admire the waking splendor of nature in the shrubs and trees...and this is a GREAT time to visit the Arbor Day Foundation's web site.  

The Arbor Day Foundation is a nonprofit conservation and education organization of nearly one million members, with a mission to inspire people to plant, celebrate and nurture trees.

JOIN TODAY and receive 10 FREE TREES to plant on your property!!!

If you don't know your "hardiness zone," the Foundation makes it easy for you. Just click on their national map and you will pick the perfect trees to grace your property.

Consider giving the GIFT OF TREES this year. Whether the gift is for a corporate promotion, a birthday gift, a wedding favor or fundraiser, the Arbor Day Foundation's gift tree program will make your gift a living legacy.

Celebrate Spring and join the Arbor Day Foundation!

At Easter time, so many folks love to present a family member with a cute, cuddly baby bunny! And then reality sets in. We once again welcome our dear friend, Phyllis O'Beollain, who is our rabbit caregiver and expert to share with you why this practice is wrong in so many ways.

Buying a Bunny for Easter? Think Again!

~by Phyllis O'Beollain

Rabbits are typically associated with the Easter holiday. This is the time of year to find cute bunnies on television commercials and candy packaging, and stores are filled with chocolate rabbits and stuffed toy bunnies. Children beg their parents for a real bunny, and without doing any research on the needs of these creatures, a rabbit is brought home from the pet store.

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Still Flying Out of the Desert 

~by Father Ron Camarda

Father Ron reflects on the transforming power of the "desert of Lent." He also shares an intimate look at the director of the movie version of his book, TEAR IN THE DESERT.

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MAXIM 16 

~by Susi Pittman

Saint Joseph, foster father to our Lord and Savior, Jesus the Christ. Susi reflects on MAXIM 16 of the Sisters of St. Joseph, as she prepares for his feast day, March 19th.

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Grateful Thanks! 

~by Sister Marie Rene, S.S.J.

Sister Marie Rene extends her heartfelt thanks and blessings to all that wished her congratulations on her 60th Jubilee as a Sister of Saint Joseph.

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Blaise, Patron of Throats - and Veterinarians?

~by Joseph Kaiser

This month, Joe's studies brings us to the Bishop of Sebastea, whose image in art is depicted as standing at the mouth of a cave with his mitre and crosier, surrounded by his beloved wild animals. Who is this man?

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Where'd They Go? 

~by Frank Gromling

Where did the whales go? This years Right Whale spotters report a less than lack-luster year for sightings. Frank has a report for the 2010-2011 winter season thus far.

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The Eye of the Beholder 

~by Rick Cannizzaro 

A priest and a calling that touched Rick's life will touch your heart.

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God is Good 

~by Mary Galvano-Bajohr

The tsunami disaster as a punishment from God? Mary says no and tells you why.

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Susi 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 the 

Venice Diocesan Catholic Council of Women Convention May 2nd-4th

Susi with ladies of the Incarnation Catholic Women's Club in Sarasota, FL

Volunteer Tree Planting 

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Help make your city a TREE CITY USA 

NATURE EXPLORE:

Connecting children with nature
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Web Rangers 

Spring Soups and Irish Fare

We came across a great site, Cooks.com which shares terrific menus, cooking tips and info. As we all transition into spring, a nice warm soup is something we still enjoy. CLICK HERE for a great spring soup recipe.

And for those of you who will awake on March 17th with your best Irish smile, why not enjoy another great recipe from Cooks.com especially for the Irish.

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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.

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Is it O'Ryan or Orion?

Just a little Irish humor.

The most visible constellation throughout ALL the world is the constellation of ORION the Hunter. Orion can be easily seen in the night sky from November to February of each year - late fall to winter in the Northern Hemisphere, late spring to summer in the Southern Hemisphere. In the period May-July (summer in the Northern Hemisphere, winter in the Southern Hemisphere) Orion is in the daytime sky and thus not visible at most latitudes.

Three of its brightest stars are located in what is called the Belt of Orion. These three stars are referred to as the Three Marys...referring to the three Marys who were companions to Mary, the Mother of Jesus: Mary of Cleopas, Mary Magdalene and Mary, the mother of James.

ASalute to Ireland with

"DOWN BY THE SALLEY GARDENS"

Down By The Salley Gardens