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Refill your bird baths daily for the birds. So many times their water sources dry up in the heat. Place a bowl of water in your yard for the birds and wildlife. Help save lives!
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Paws and Stripes™ is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization for wounded veterans of our United States military that works to provide service dogs for Post Traumatic Stress Disorder and Traumatic Brain Injury. The service dogs are obtained only from shelters, and are trained by professionals specializing in service dogs. It is the aim of this organization to provide these dogs and training for no cost to the veteran.
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Diabetic alert dog saves young owner countless times.
Gracie the Diabetic Alert Dog will wave her mistress Abbie is low and bow when she is high. Gracie can detect trends and ketones. She rings a bell at night to wake up Abbie's parents when Abbie needs to be checked.
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The mission of Patriot PAWS is to train and provide service dogs of their highest quality at no cost to disabled American veterans and others with mobile disabilities in order to help restore their physical and emotional independence. Patriot PAWS intends to build partnerships with the state and community organizations to help develop and support this goal.
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Baseball team's new mascot is a blind puppy
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Leader Dogs for the blind, deaf blind & visually impaired
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Seeing Eye Horse
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Blind Dog Finds New Life With Blind Friend
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Roughly 10,000 people use guide dogs in the US and Canada.
(Guide Dogs for the Blind)
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TIP OF THE WEEK
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Assistance Dogs International
In most countries in the world disabled individuals with Assistance Dogs are guaranteed legal access to all places of public accommodation, modes of public transportation, recreation and other places to which the general public is invited.
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CREATION STATS
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Recent astro-physics studies indicate that planetary warming is also being observed on Mars, Jupiter, Pluto and Neptune's largest moon Triton.
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SCRIPTURE IN NATURE
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"What is the kingdom of God like, and to what shall I liken it? It is like a grain of mustard seed, which a man took and cast into his own garden; and it grew and became a large tree, and the birds of the air dwelt in its branches." (St. Luke 13: 18-19)
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FROM THE HOLY FATHER THIS WEEK
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BUD'S BARKS!
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"Dog Training 101: Know more than your dog before attempting to teach him a new trick. WOOF!"
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JULY'S HOLY &
FEAST DAYS
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3-St. Thomas
6-St. Maria Goretti
11-St. Benedict
14-St. Kateri Tekakwitha, first Native American Saint
16-Our Lady of Mount Carmel
25-St. James
26-St. Joachim and Anne
31-St. Ignatius Loyola
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2 YEARS RUNNING!
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Your efforts last year to reach your customers and engage with them were exemplary. Stellar. Your customers noticed and responded positively. And we saw it. That's why we're incredibly proud to name you to our roster of 2011 All Stars.
Only 10% of our customers achieve All Star status every year. That you've managed to do it for consecutive years puts you in an even more elite class, which makes your accomplishment even more noteworthy.
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REPORT PET ABUSE
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If you witness animal cruelty in progress and do not know the number to the appropriate agency, CALL 911.
Animal cruelty is a CRIME, and the police dispatcher will be able to determine which department should respond.
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CATHOLIC DATING SITES
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ARCHDIOCESE FOR THE MILITARY OF THE UNITED STATES
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THE CATHOLIC CHANNEL ON SiriusXM
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CATHOLIC CONSERVATION CENTER
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ROME REPORTS
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RomeReports.com is a private and independent international news agency based in Rome and specializes in covering the Pope and the Vatican. Catch the latest today!
www.romereports.com
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CUKIERSKI FAMILY APOSTOLATE
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MISS A PAST E-ALERT OR NEWSLETTER?
VISIT OUR WEBSITE'S
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Catholic Stewards of Creation
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Address:
Catholic Stewards of Creation
P.O.Box 600610
Jacksonville, Florida 32260
Phone:
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ANNOUNCING...A PET PRAYER LINE!
A wonderful international friend of Catholic Stewards is one Irmengard H. from Austria. She contacted us almost two months regarding a suffering animal situation. She asked: I know the power of prayer is most appropriate and effective. Do you know some Christian or Catholic websites, groups...who are disposed for praying also in favor of animals..,? I would be very happy if you could help me in this matter. To our amazement, there were a scanty few.
Taking this to prayer, we have been confirmed to include a new venue on our website.
Our PET PRAYER REQUEST LINE, a new 24/7 FEED, invites you to share a prayer need for a beloved pet family member. You are NOT alone! We at Catholic Stewards of Creation believe that God loves all that He has created and allows nothing He created to fall away from His sight.
Our team will pray for your intentions as we offer your prayer to the Creator of all creation through the intercessory aid of the great saints of the Catholic Church who loved and were loved by animals.
Thank you, Irmengard, for being the voice of Jesus to us to fulfill a very important need!
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THE GOOD NEWS
Heroes and Angels-Southeastern Guide Dogs
Southeastern Guide Dogs is one of the friendliest places around. Most everyone here-whether staff members or one of our hundreds of volunteers-has a bit of a spark in their step and a ready smile. We experience the joy of literally seeing lives changed forever because of the generous hearts of others, whether our donors who give of their resources or volunteers who give of their time.
Southeastern Guide Dogs mission is to create and nurture a partnership between a visually impaired individual and a guide dog, facilitating life's journey with mobility, independence and dignity.
Southeastern Guide Dogs, Inc. is a 501 (c) (3) nonprofit organization. Their school has provided guide dogs to people with visual impairments for 30 years (since 1982). Currently they have @600 active guide dog partnerships and since its inception, 2.600 guide dog teams.
Southeastern Guide Dogs is accredited by the International Guide Dog Federation in Reading, England and is a member of the Council of U.S. Dog Guide Schools.
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Guide Dog Foundation for the Blind
Since 1946, the Guide Dog Foundation for the Blind, Inc. has provided guide dogs free of charge to blind people who seek enhanced mobility and independence.
Our students come to us from all over the United States and many foreign countries. Our trademark small classes and individualized instruction often attract students who may have special requirements. We have successfully trained hearing-impaired blind people as well as many physically challenged people.
We are supported entirely by donations from generous individuals, corporations and foundations. We receive no government funding.
In 2009, the Guide Dog Foundation for the Blind became the first assistance dog school in the United States to be certified by the International Guide Dog Federation and Assistance Dogs International.
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Dogs for the Deaf
Dogs for the Deaf, Inc.'s mission is to rescue and professionally train dogs to help people and enhance lives, maintaining a lifelong commitment to all dogs we rescue and all people we serve.
Dogs for the Deaf strives to be known throughout North America for rescuing and training dogs to assist people with hearing loss, autism, panic/anxiety, and other challenges. The number of dogs placed each year matches the resources available to Dogs for the Deaf.
The standard of excellence in training and placing these dogs exceeds Assistance Dogs International standards.
Every dog has value, and all people should have the opportunity to feel safe and independent regardless of their physical or sensory challenges. To that end, each dog that comes to Dogs for the Deaf meets basic characteristics needed for helping people with a variety of needs.
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Heeling Allies
Heeling Allies privately trains Mental Health Service Dogs, Emotional Support Dogs and Skilled Companion Dogs that enrich the lives of individuals living with psychological, neurological and developmental impairments such as, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Depressive and Anxiety Disorders, Asperger's Syndrome, and Tourette Syndrome.
"Animals, especially dogs, have an innate ability to reach to the depths of the human spirit in a way that other humans simply cannot. I have seen a dog soothe and bring a smile to the face of a person who was in a tremendous amount of emotional pain. Assistance Dogs enable people to live fuller, happier, and healthier lives. Training serves an important purpose, but a dog's ability to heal has nothing at all to do with training, and everything to do with its purely magnificent spirit. I have a profound love for dogs, and a deep respect for individuals who struggle with mental impairments". ~ Darcie Boltz, Director of Heeling Allies ~
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IN THE NEWS
Service Dogs America
servicedogsamerica.org
The term "Service Dog" encompasses a broad range of assistance animals that have been trained to assist their handlers with physical, or psychiatric disabilities. The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) requires public and privately owned establishments serving the public, such as restaurants, hotels, retail stores, taxicabs, airplanes, theaters, concert halls, and sports facilities, to allow people with disabilities to bring their service animals onto business premises in whatever areas customers are generally allowed.
Ensure your dog will be allowed to accompany you where ever you need to go by properly identifying him/her as a service dog with an identification package provided by Service Dogs America.
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Service Dog Tags
www.servicedogtags.com
Our Tags clearly identify your dog as a Service Dog with his or her picture on the tag. It also contains the information on the back from the Department of Justice that clearly answers common questions and provides a toll-free number to the D.O.J. should business owners or employees have further questions. We provide two cards with each order, one for your dog and one for you to carry in your wallet so you can easily inform businesses of your rights. Take a look at all the information on this card here These cards make it easy to educate the uninformed of your rights.
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Vests for Service Dogs
www.vestsforservicedogs.com
Vests For Service Dogs is dedicated to providing high quality made in the USA working dog vests, pet backpacks, and dog harnesses on the market. We take pride in offering you quality service dog vests that will assist your working dog in their duties as a assistance dog. From your small dogs or puppy service dogs in training to your large working K9's. We can outfit your canine with safety reflective vest, dog backpacks or mobility harness and leashes. We have working service dog vests, service dog patches, pet backpacks & harnesses for military & police dogs, patrol dogs, search & rescue, therapy, autism, emotional support, PTSD, companion dogs, seizure alert, hearing, assistance, hunting dogs and more. Made tough,dependable, reliable and made in America, made to outlast their given job.
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THE FOUNDER'S PEN
For the Love of Oranges
~by Susi Pittman
A family historical heritage in the planting of the first orange groves in Florida has Susi touting the organic benefits of what she deems "the best fruit in the world!"
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FATHER RON'S COLUMN
Color of Blood ~by Father Ron Camarda 
From the Tree of the Cross in the middle of Heaven, Jesus has been pierced and out flows his blood. What color is Jesus' blood? Father Ron headlines his blog this week with THE COLOR OF BLOOD. READ MORE...
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REFLECTIONS BY
SISTER RENE
My Sovereign Lady
~by Sister Marie Rene, S.S.J.
July 16th is the Feast Day of Our Lady of Mount Carmel a day of thanksgiving to Holy Mary and acknowledgement of the powerful sacramental the Brown Scapular. Sister Rene invites you to share an exhortation to the Blessed Mother.
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IN THE KEY OF "G"
Dependence on God
~by Mary Galvano-Bajohr
"I can do it myself." As children, many of us can certainly remember saying that to our parents. As we age into adulthood it becomes more and more evident that this isn't so.
Where do we turn?
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CATHOLIC JOURNEYMAN
Topsy-Turvy
~by Louis Templeman
An errant childhood act follows Louis through life and serves as a reminder to him. What am I placing into my Heavenly account?
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STEWARD JOE
Therese Neumann:
Stigmatist of Bavaria - Part II
~by Joseph Kaiser
She was deeply spiritual and was chosen by Our Lord to be a sign to the world of His miraculous love and sustaining power. Steward Joe takes us on a special 2-part journey into the mystical beauty of Saint Therese Neumann. This month, her visions and sufferings; in July, her
supernatural gifts.
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GOOD BOOKS
July Summer Fiction Sampler
~by Michele Gregoire
Cats and dogs and sheep, Oh My!! There is plenty of good reading available this summer and Michele has a JULY SAMPLER
of great "reads" that you are sure to find engaging and memorable. So, check out her reviews and enjoy your "reading" summer!
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THIS WEEK'S COMMENTARY
The Man I Saw Brought Back To Life ~by Father John Higgins
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AFFILIATE SHOPPING
NEW AFFILIATE SHOPPING for YOU!
We continue to build a small but, well focused group of vendors, offering products in line with stewardship of the earth and its creatures. By visiting these product sites from our page, you are helping to support our mission.
Mystic Monk Coffee
is a small batch coffee roaster operated by the Carmelite Monks of Wyoming through an online gourmet coffee bean store. Many consider their website the ultimate source for gourmet coffee where it is easy to buy coffee online. The monks carefully craft each freshly roasted coffee to perfection for dark roast coffees, espresso, ground coffees, whole bean coffees, single origin coffees, fair trade coffees, flavored coffees and especially the monks' special gourmet coffee blends. Try our special auto delivered coffee subscriptions also for the best coffee online.
CLICK HERE to visit the Mystic Monks Store
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CLICK HERE TO VISIT MOUNTAIN ROSE HERBS
MOUNTAIN ROSE HERBS has always taken a formidable and uncompromising stand when it comes to the protection and sustainability of our natural world and the delicate systems which balance all life as we know it. This complex and venerable planet produces all of the products we share with you, and it is simply a matter of appreciation and respect that must be given. Not only do we lead the industry in environmental stewardship, we also adhere to strict principles and protocols that ensure fair treatment and compensation for the people involved with the production of our products; both domestically and overseas.
CLICK HERE TO VISIT MOUNTAIN ROSE HERBS
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A Division of Engineering Services & Products Company, FarmTek was founded in 1979 with the purpose of bringing the highest quality products at the most competitive prices with exceptional customer service directly to the agricultural, horticultural, building and retail trade communities.
CLICK HERE TO VISIT FARMTEK
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QUOTE OF THE WEEK
"We may remark in passing that to be blind and beloved may, in this world where nothing is perfect, be among the most strangely exquisite forms of happiness. The supreme happiness in life is the assurance of being loved; of being loved for oneself, even in spite of oneself; and this assurance the blind man possesses. In his affliction, to be served is to be caressed. Does he lack anything? No. Possessing love he is not deprived of light. A love, moreover, that is wholly pure. There can be no blindness
where there is this certainty."
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THE ART OF LIFE
The Scripture of Nature:
Photography by Paul Mullins
www.scriptureofnature.com
My experience as a commercial photographer has been a true blessing. It is a privilege to be able to enjoy the creative process every day I go to work. My favorite projects are the ones that take me outside where I get to spend time with the divine designer and His masterpieces, and where I can browse His one man show in natures gallery. My landscape photographs are only an attempt to display a sense of His greatness using the gifts He has given me.
It is with great joy that I am able to share Jesus Christ with you through this Scripture of Nature series. I pray He will reveal His glory to you. "For God, who commanded the light to shine out of darkness, hath shone in our hearts, to give the light of the knowledge of the glory of God in the face of Jesus Christ." (2 Corinthians 4:6)
Jesus Christ, who is the creator, temporarily set aside His glory as God and became a man with the purpose of going to the cross, suffering as a substitute for my sin and restoring life to a spiritually dead and blind Paul Mullins, along with you and everyone else (Philippians 2:6-11, 2 Corinthians 5: 21).
What happened was I shifted my focus from a prideful self-preoccupied man and humbly saw the grace of God shining in the face of Jesus Christ. This light revealed the truth my heart was longing to know about, opening the eyes of my heart and giving me a whole new way of seeing, something worth pursuing with all my passion, even more than photography. This God is so great it will take an eternity to express the joy and love I have for Him.
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STEWARD ALERTS
Simply Catholic "We are at a turning point in the Church in this country... the answer is simply Catholicism." ~ Francis Cardinal George
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STEWARD ACTIVITIES
Certify Your Wildlife Garden
Whether you have an apartment balcony or a 20-acre farm, you can create a garden that attracts beautiful wildlife and helps restore habitat in commercial and residential areas.
By providing food, water, cover and a place for wildlife to raise their young, you not only help wildlife, but you also qualify to become an officialCertified Wildlife Habitat™ with the National Wildlife Federation and join the nearly 140,000 sites across the country.
Susi Pittman, founder of Catholic Stewards of Creation has joined with the National Wildlife Federation to certify her acreage as a Certified Wildlife Habitat. She is most proud that her homes surroundings include and accommodate wildlife of many species. Boxed turtles, numerous bird species, squirrels, fox, deer, raccoon and an armadillo make frequent visits during the week. She states:
"Sometimes I have to share the vegetables with a wild neighbor, but that's part of it.
God provides for us all."
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Michele Gregoire, Catholic Stewards Book Review columnist, and Donna Langford, a Catholic steward of creation, also certified their property as a Certified Wildlife Habitat a few years ago and are proud to share their love of creation with all they meet.
Please consider CERTIFYING your property with the National Wildlife Federation www.nwf.org and show your family, friends and neighbors that creation is important in your life!
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ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION
The Canadian Network for Environmental Education and Communication (EECOM), is Canada's only national, bilingual, charitable network for environmental learning. EECOM works strategically and collaboratively to advance environmental learning to ensure Canadians are environmentally literate, engaged in environmental stewardship and contributing to a healthy, sustainable future. At a time when the environment and sustainability issues are a clear priority to Canadians, EECOM's role is more
important than ever before.
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YOUTH STEWARDSHIP
Become a WORLD HERITAGE
JUNIOR RANGER
What's a World Heritage Area? And what makes them so special? Discover the answers with fun, interactive games and activities.
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GARDENING
25+ Clever Ideas Gardners Won't
Want To Miss
Did you know you can make your own rooting hormone using willow twigs? Or that geraniums can be overwintered? How about a few ideas for soil savers, pest control and fighting weeds? You'll find all that and more in this collection!
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WELLNESS & NUTRITION
5 Simple Skin Care Recipes For Your Face
Did you know that you can harness the anti-oxidant, anti-aging, and rejuvenation benefits of Green Tea externally? Green Tea helps reduce skin inflammation and redness, protects and rejuvenates skin cells, and assists with the adverse effects of UV radiation exposure. Studies have shown that Green Tea reactivates dying skin cells that are at the end of their life cycle, and also note the potential benefits for various skin conditions including psoriasis, rosacea, wrinkles, wounds, and scars.
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STARGAZING
Moving from July into August is the prime time of year to view the wondrous manifestation of nature's handiwork, a spectacle rivaling-to the astronomically inclined-all the richness and complexity displayed throughout the natural world here on Earth...the MILKY WAY. Those fortunate enough to have access to truly dark observing sites in rural areas on the best of nights-coupled with the absence of a bright Moon-can see luminous, billowy star clouds that simulate steam issuing from the "spout" of the well-known Teapot asterism comprising the main outline of Sagittarius. The brightest of all star clouds along the Milky Way, the Great Sagittarius Star Cloud.
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