CSC MISSION: To Educate, inform and inspire YOU-To Conserve, preserve, & protect ALL creation.

_________________________________

Obama Announces Complete Withdrawal of U.S. Forces From Iraq by End of 2011 

Operation BAGHDAD PUPS

President Obama has announced a complete withdrawal of all U.S. Troops from Iraq by the end of 2011. That means that at least 40,000 men and women will be returning home very soon. The military men and women feel very strongly about "no buddy" being left behind....and that feeling has carried over to the dog heroes that they have adopted into their units and lives while in Iraq.

Hundreds upon hundreds of dogs, cats, donkeys and others have found their way into the encampments of our fighting men and women and have served as a piece of normalcy and calm during the stress of war. They provide comfort and affection and even operate as a means to alert the soldiers to impending danger. U.S. troops in the Middle East have no way to transport home the animals they befriend in the war zone.

The Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals INTERNATIONAL initiated a program in 2008 called OPERATION BAGHDAD PUPS whereby, through a coordinated effort, these animals COULD come home with their soldier.

To date, 282 animals have been brought  

to the United States.

But NOW, more than ever, they are faced with a TIME CRUNCH and a FINANCIAL CRUNCH to aid all the soldiers requests with pet heroes that they wish to bring out of Iraq. If left, these pets face certain death. Dogs and cats are looked upon like rodents and scavengers. There are NO SHELTERS in Iraq because, unlike America, there is no social conscience regarding the humane treatment of animals.

PLEASE HELP NOW! Your donation of $20 can provide absorbent pads, food and water for a dog or cat while they travel; $75 can buy an airline crate for transport; $150 can cover the cost of vaccinations and travel paperwork.

There are many animals left to get home.

Please, it is a way to say thank you to the service men and women to allow them to keep these animals and bring them home.

Do you have a soldier with a Baghdad pet that wants to get their pet home?  

Please CLICK HERE.

God Bless all of you who will SUPPORT OPERATION BAGHDAD PUPS with a DONATION right now, and will contribute to the well-being of so many lives that now hang in the balance.

Battle for Fallujah 

Father Ron recalls the Battle for Fallujah where he is the only Catholic priest at Bravo Surgical. The men, the moments and the anointing of the dying will never be forgotten...never.

An Exhortation on The Omnipotent

~by Susi Pittman

Have you seen the farthest reaches of the universe? Have you swum to the depths of the sea? Can you make a dog meow or a rose a watermelon? What God do you hang your shingle on?

READ MORE...

A Message From the Heart

~by Sister Marie Rene, S.S.J. 

Last Saturday, Sister Marie Rene celebrated her 60th year as a Sister of St. Joseph. She wants to tell all of you something from the heart.

READ MORE... 

Cousteaus, Miami, and Environmental Journalists

~by Frank Gromling

This is an AMAZING read from Frank. Frank has just returned from Miami, Florida, where he attended the Society of Environmental Journalist 2011 Conference, where he enjoyed the company of Jean-Michel Cousteau, his son Fabien, daughter Celine, nephew Phillippe and niece Alexandra. He was invited to see the premiere of My Father, The Captain, a tribute to Jean-Michel's father, Jacques Cousteau. And that was only the beginning!

READ MORE...  

A Jump in the Mud 

~by Mary Galvano-Bajohr

A muddy dog, laughing children, and a moment that will be remembered by all because of its simplicity...Mary has a story for all dog lovers that is sure to have you shaking your heads in agreement!

READ MORE...  

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.

READ MORE... 

October'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!

READ MORE... 

FORMATION OF A NEW CHAPTER OF THE CATHOLIC WRITERS GUILD in Jacksonville, will be held October 29th at 10AM at Queen of Angels Catholic Bookstore. All interested writers and  writer hopefuls are invited.

CLICK HERE for driving directions.

___________________________________

14th Annual Dinner for the Birds to benefit H.A.W.K.E. of St. Augustine, Florida

October 28th Friday evening starting at 7 PM H.A.W.K.E. is having its 14 annual DInner for the Birds at Raintree Restaurant in downtown St Augustine. Donation is $65 members, $70 non-members, for the dinner and includes tip. There will be a cash bar. Contact Melanie Stage for further information (904) 692-1777 or visit www.hawkewildlife.org 

____________________________________

Author Michael Brown will be holding a retreat in Atlanta, GA, Saturday, October 29th. The event will take place at the Crowne Plaza, 6345 Powers Ferry Road, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

CLICK HERE for more information.

NATALIE KINNEAR

Natalie Kinnear is a multi-talented artist from the United Kingdom whose works are world renown. But, no finer work can be found, than in her work with dog photography. She is gifted with an eye to a dog's soul, capturing its essence and beauty! Her work is particular to each dog owner and her outstanding work caters to corporations and hotels.

Her site also features her personal line of greeting cards with this year's Christmas selection now available.

FIND OUT MORE... 

Catholic EARTHCARE AUSTRALIA 

The life, death and resurrection of Jesus Christ, brings salvation not only to humankind, but also, in a different way, to the  

whole of creation.

Catholicism and a look at the Introduction & Book's 1st Chapter 

Christmas Cards: Why not make a gift of the healing oils of Frankincense and Myrrh 

____________________________________

AncientEssence.com  

We found this Catholic family operated business at the Catholic Marketing Network Conference with some truly incredible healing oils which include Frankincense and Myrrh. For the last several hundred years, holy oils have been all but hidden from the general population. Prior to this time, they were the top traded commodities along with gold and sometimes frankincense and myrrh were worth their weight in gold! This was due to their various applications from medicinal and cosmetic, to pest control. They were used abundantly as a spiritual medium to enhance a peaceful and prayerful state. It's a CHRISTMAS PRESENT that will last  

all year long!

Catholic Youth Care for Creation  

and the Poor 

"Three Cheers For The RED , WHITE & BLUE"

As our war veterans return, FLY THE FLAG and why not honor them with a Red, White & Blue Container garden.  

The best flowers to use for the fall are: Red chrysanthemums, White cushion chrysanthemums and Aster 'Blue Monch'

Thanksgiving is around the corner. Time to cook "light" and prepare for the celebratory feasting that will take place at the end of November.

FIND OUT MORE...