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CSC MISSION: To Educate, inform and inspire YOU-To Conserve, preserve, & protect
ALL creation.
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"Therefore every threat to human dignity and life must necessarily be felt in the Church's very heart; it cannot but affect her at the core of her faith in the Redemptive Incarnation of the Son of God, and engage her in her mission of proclaiming the Gospel of life in all the world and to every creature." ~ Blessed John Paul II ~ Evangelium vitae |
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THE GOOD NEWS
OCTOBER IS ADOPT A SHELTER PET MONTH
This is the month for you to make a difference. This is the month to find your "new" best friend who will love you unconditionally and share your life. This is the month to visit your local animal shelter and save a life!
The economic conditions across the country have more people than ever dropping their family pets off at animal shelters. Marriage, divorce, foreclosure, children, inconvenience, renting an apartment...you name it, but, the cats, dogs, birds, ferrets and others keep pouring in. The people these animals loved are giving them up in record numbers and it is through no fault of their own.
So we ask you whether young or old to seriously consider a loving shelter pet. The links below will help you LOCATE and CHOOSE the right pet for you. Take the time to educate yourself and make a decision that will guarantee you and your new animal family member a lifetime together.
Visit these National Data Bases for Animal Shelters in your area:
TheShelterPetProject.org
AnimalShelter.org
Petfinder.com
Specific Breed Rescue
Is a dog right for you?
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Is a cat right for you?
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Selecting the RIGHT dog breed for you
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Is a bird right for you?
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FATHER RON'S COLUMN
Instrument of Peace!
~by Father Ron Camarda
This week, Father Ron shares a section of his book, A Talk with God, which he wrote on the Feast Day of St. Francis 7 years ago during his time in Iraq. Father shares his reflection of our Lord's amazing lovewhich strengthens us and brings us peace even in the most difficult moments in our lives.
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THE FOUNDER'S PEN
I Heard God's Footsteps
~by Susi Pittman
A cat disappears and then miraculously arrives back home. Why and how will forever remain a mystery, but Susi heard the "footsteps of God" the night that Brownie returned.
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INSPIRATION BLOOMS
CONGRATULATIONS, SISTER RENE!!!
We celebrate Sister Rene's 60th Jubilee as a
Sister of St. Joseph in Saint Augustine, Florida!
Our love and prayers are with you. Those of us that know you are blessed all the more!
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NATURE CALLS!
Plant A Fish
~by Frank Gromling
Frank is in a "big hurry" to share with us an incredible organization that seeks to empower and "impassion people to champion the stewardship of the natural world around them and beyond."
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IN THE KEY OF "G"
How Can I Keep From Singing?
~by Mary Galvano-Bajohr
This week, Mary so eloquently reflects on the awe of creation and questions with all of these wonders, how can any one of us keep from singing?
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STEWARD JOE
October: Month of the Most Holy Rosary
~by Joseph Kaiser
The origins of the devotion to the Rosary are fascinating indeed and Joe brings it to light so beautifully. Knowing the history of this powerful sacramental will have you pondering its
mysteries anew.
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GOOD BOOKS
September's Recommended Read
~by Michele Gregoire
One of CSC's favorite Franciscan's, Friar Jack Wintz, has a marvelous book for all animal lovers, Will I See My Dog in Heaven, that our reviewer,
Michele Gregoire loved!
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THE ART OF LIFE
Pet Portraits by
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ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION
DOGS FOR THE ENVIRONMENT:
Great advice no matter what city you live in
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GOD'S GREEN EARTH
Dog & Creation: Feel the Connection
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STEWARD ALERT
WORLD VETS: Helping animals, helping people, helping communities
World Vets is a non-government organization (NGO) providing veterinary aid around the globe in collaboration with animal advocacy groups, foreign governments, US and foreign military groups and veterinary professionals abroad. Their work spans 34 countries and 6 continents.
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STEWARD ACTIVITY
Be a responsible steward of your pet and consider TAGG for your Dog or Cat. The goal of the Tagg system isn't just to find a lost dog - it's to not lose him in the first place. The lightweight dog GPS device attaches to most collars and lets you locate and track your dog using a computer or smartphone. The simple set-up procedure allows you to create your very own Tagg zone, the area where your dog spends most of his time.
If he isn't where he's supposed to be, you'll know.
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STARGAZING
SPACE DOGS
It has been 51 Years since the first LIVING space travelers from Earth...DOGS, were launched aboard a Russian rocket and sent into orbit, paving the way for the first humans in space.
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