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Oppose HB 375: Paid Family and Medical Leave Program

Feb 15, 2021 | Act Now, Advocacy, Economic Justice Media Watch, Economic Justice Subcomittee, Hunger & Poverty Subcommittee

A hearing has been scheduled on 2/16 for House Bill 375, legislation that would establish a Family & Medical Leave Insurance (FAMLI) Program to be administered under the supervision of the Department of Labor’s Unemployment Insurance (UI) Division. The Maryland Chamber is very concerned that the implementation of this legislation will result in additional costs and administrative burden to employers, especially small businesses and non-profits, at a time when they can least afford it.

Lenten Food Waste Fast

Feb 15, 2021 | Act Now, Hunger & Poverty Subcommittee, Justice and Peace Media Watch, Media Watch

Ignatian Solidarity Network: In 2020, 2,000+ people join us in fasting from food waste. Back by popular demand, we’ve updated the challenge to address our 2021 context. This Lent we’re fasting from food waste. Are you with us?Sign up for the challenge to receive...

Ignatian Family Advocacy Month: We’re Going to the Capitol!

Feb 15, 2021 | Act Now, Advocacy, Environmental Justice Subcommittee, Immigration Subcommittee

As people of faith committed to justice, we are called to be educated on issues, especially those that impact the most vulnerable in our society, and to then engage in civic life and advocate for just policies. Join us for Ignatian Family Advocacy Month where we will come together to advocate for more humane immigration and environmental policies.

42nd Archdiocesan Social Ministry Convocation

Feb 15, 2021 | Act Now

The 42nd Archdiocesan Social Ministry Convocation will take place virtually on Saturday, February 27th, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. This year's theme is PERSISTENCE in the March towards Justice. The keynote address will be given by Ashley Morris, Associate Director of...

21-Day Ignatian Racial Equity Challenge

Feb 14, 2021 | Act Now, E-Zine Article, Racial Justice Subcommittee - Action Alert

Alongside the Ignatian Solidarity Network, for 21 days, we challenge you to enter into the complex work of understanding the realities of racial injustice and anti-.Blackness in the U.S. Sign up to receive emails for 21 days.

Sign Your Name to Protect the Vulnerable

Jan 26, 2021 | Act Now, Current Announcements, Immigration Subcommittee, Immigration Subcommittee Media Watch, Justice & Peace, Media Watch

Welcoming the stranger and protecting the vulnerable in our midst is the hallmark of our religious traditions. These theological commitments are indispensable. They lay the foundation for treating all human beings with dignity and respect.

Help Pass The Trust Act!

Jan 24, 2021 | Act Now, Advocacy, Immigration Subcommittee

There are a few legislators that we are focusing on since their decisions directly affect the progression of the bill. Please reach out to them even if you are not their constituent and please reach out to your specific representatives even if they are not ‘focused’ on. With the focus appropriately on COVID, we are asking our legislature to not sideline this important immigrant based bill and have it languish and fall between the cracks this session.

Light A Candle for Anti-Racism

Oct 9, 2020 | Act Now, Current Announcements, General Parish Updates, Racial Justice Forum

St. Ignatius Catholic Community for Anti-Racism The St. Ignatius Catholic Community stands in solidarity with victims of racism, and recognizes the urgency of everyone joining in to create an anti-racist world. This journey is spiritual as much as it is intellectual...

Oppose HB 375: Paid Family and Medical Leave Program

Lenten Food Waste Fast

Ignatian Family Advocacy Month: We’re Going to the Capitol!

42nd Archdiocesan Social Ministry Convocation

21-Day Ignatian Racial Equity Challenge

Sign Your Name to Protect the Vulnerable

Help Pass The Trust Act!

Light A Candle for Anti-Racism

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