Shamefully today, with less than 5,500 wolves left in the lower 48 states, the US Secretary of the Interior is being pressured to delist wolves from the endangered species list, leaving these magnificent animals to be extinguished in Montana and Idaho by at least 75% of the current population. WE NEED YOUR HELP! Please click on one or both of the links below and make your voice heard.

Defenders of Wildlife

Humane Society of the United States

Wolf Connection: Humans and Wolves, an ancient bond for modern times

www.wolfconnection.org  

Wolf Connection is absolutely one of the most unusual organizations that CSC has found to date, one with a very unique concept that involves youth empowerment co-mingled with the incredible bonding of human and "wolf-dogs." Research has show that mans first cooperative association with wolves came in early history.

Wolf Connection was founded by TEO ALFERO a visionary who comes with extensive experience and education in youth empowerment. It was a progressive process but, his vision of a youth empowerment program AND a wolf-dog rescue center and sanctuary that also rescues and accepts wolf-dogs,( meaning dogs with various degrees of wolf content) was born and now operates  

in Acton, California.

The youth empowerment program allows young men and women that engage in this program to grow, mature, develop their character, and nurture a multitude of interior and social qualities that takes them to a deeper level. This is achieved through an observation and bonding process with the wolf-dogs.

Perhaps one of the most sought after events at the Wolf Connection Ranch is the once a month "Hike with the Wolves." Participants are treated to an evening barbecue and potluck dinner, a special wolf-dog presentation and then under the moonlight, hike into the mountains,

both human and wolf-dogs.

Please support this outstanding organization by DONATING OR VOLUNTEERING today!

On a Dock, Sipping Wine 

~by Father Ron Camarda

Poetic moments from a dock on Lake Winnipesaukee and a word of direction on deepening your summer spiritual experience, Father Ron has you in mind.

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To Those That Have Lost a Pet 

~by Susi Pittman

Have you recently lost a beloved pet? Are you faced with losing one in the near future. Susi shares from her book Animals in Heaven? an excerpt from Chapter 26, Handling the Grief, to offer you consolation and peace.

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More Praying With Mary 

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

Praying with Mary is what Sister Marie Rene loves best! She shares a wonderful article from the Catholic Digest that she is sure will inspire you to a deeper unity with Mary .

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Sea Turtles and Art 

~by Frank Gromling

Frank has a question for you....What does art have to do with sea turtles?

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American Quest 2

~by Rick Cannizzaro

Rick's AMERICAN QUEST 2 painting celebrated one of the most important moments of the United States Space Program...a man on the moon. And like the early astronauts, Rick sees the need for God to be included in America's future picture.

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Lily of the Mohawks 

~by Mary Galvano-Bajohr

She is the first Native American to be declared Blessed and is on the road to Canonization by the Catholic Church. Mary has a touching story of how this beautiful woman came into her family's life, as well as Blessed Kateri's compelling and  

spiritual story.

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The Legend of Saint Lawrence

~by Joseph Kaiser

Cooked to death on a gridiron, our Steward Joe introduces us to an amazing saint that embraced the poor, the ill and the neglected is legendary. And speaking of legends, Joe's article ends with an astonishing truth!

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Review of: Cleo, the Cat Who Mended a Family

~by Michele Gregoire

This month, Michele has brought us into the true story of a cat whose remarkable life spanned almost a quarter century. Cleo, the Cat Who Mended a Family will have you reflecting on the truth that angels do visit us sometimes when and where we least expect them.

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Faith and Sharing-Camp St. Johns at Marywood

Sister Maureen and Father Ron will be animating the next Faith and Sharing retreat from August 8^th to the 13^th (Monday noon until Saturday until noon). This is a week-long retreat in which we form community with those with mental and/or physical disabilities. Bishop Snyder welcomed this retreat over 25 years ago. This is the retreat in which all of the Summer Camps like "I am Special" "Camp Care" and "Camp Promise" originated. Father Jean Vanier and Father John Newton are known for their spirituality in these retreats. Father Ron and Sister Maureen have been animated for over 12 years. Call the office of disabilities for more details and tell Rebecca that Father Ron sent you. Bishop Felipe Estevez will join us for Mass one day. The swimming pool is grand. You haven't lived until you get embraced by a person with the gift of Down Syndrome!

The beautiful people from Harbor House join us. No experience required, only an open heart. I especially in need of someone to help lift a good friend of mine who is sharp as a tack, but lacks the ability use his arms and legs. Let me know if you are interested.

www.dosacamps.com and (904) 230-7465

Peace, love, joy,

Father Ron Moses Camarda+

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"Colors of the Sea," A New Cannizzaro Show, Opening at Ocean Publishing July 14

Posted By FlaglerLive On July 7, 2011 (5:39 pm) In Arts in Palm Coast & Flagler, Backgrounders, Carousel, Culture, Flagler, Palm Coast & Other Local News, Leisure & Tourism, Local Business

Rick Cannizzaro's 'Sand Run' (© 2011)

Rick Cannizzaro is back!

In an intriguing fusion of art and literature, Ocean Publishing will hold its summer art opening reception on Thursday, July 14, from 6 to 8 p.m. at its Flagler Beach oceanfront gallery, 200 South Oceanshore Blvd. Frank Gromling, Ocean Publishing's founder and publisher, described the event as "a terrific way of showcasing Rick Cannizzaro's art," and invited the public to join in Ocean's long-running conservation education program. Cannizzaro, an award-winner in...

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The Yellowstone Wolves -

An Environmental Education

Spirit of the Wolves  

Spirit of the Nature - Wolves

Check in with the REGIONAL GARDEN BLOGGERS and see what's happening in your  

area of the country.

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Pawsitive Progress Road Trip.... 

Coming to a town close to YOU!

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Pet Airways

Pet Travel on Pet Airways - "How it Works"

Mark your calendar for the  

CATHOLIC EDUCATION SYMPOSIUM-February 2012

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Recreation & Retreats

Apple Cider Vinegar For Arthritis

Apple Cider Vinegar For Arthritis

It's been touted as the natural remedy for arthritis. It was used as far back as 5,000 B.C. Today's modern people are finding that it works for them. Want to know about this natural miracle?

Which astronaut recorded 1,281 hours 59 minutes, 22 seconds in space, in addition to around 25 million miles in orbit? Between missions he served as a CAPCOM for STS-31, STS-35, STS-36, STS-38 and STS-41, and lead CAPCOM for a number of subsequent flights, which kept him right up to date with all that was happening. CLICK HERE for the answer.

You can also read HIS PERSONAL STORY!

Wolf Medicine: Native American Tribute

Wolf Medicine: Native American Flute - Blues Mama Original