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November 2016
Prayer Vigil Diocesan Venues:
Saturday, November 26th, 2016
Down and Dromore: Hollywood Parish Church, 10am Derry & Raphoe: St. Columb’s Cathedral, 2pm-4pmDublin & Glendalough: St. Brigid’s Church, Stillorgan, 10.30am – 12.00 noonKilmore, Elphin & Ardagh: St. George's Church, Carrick-on-Shannon, 3pm to 5pmLimerick & Killaloe: St. Brendan’s Church, Birr 3 to 4.30pm Tuam, Kilalla & Achonry: St. Michael’s Church, Ballina 12pm – 2pm
Prayer Vigil Diocesan Venues:
Saturday, November 26th, 2016
Armagh: Armagh City Hotel: 9.30 – 12pmCashel, Ferns and Ossory: Cashel Cathedral 2- 4 pm, St. John’s Church, Kilkenny 11am-12.30pm, St Iberius’ Church, Wexford 11.00am -1.00pmClogher: Tuesday, November 29th, Aghavea Church; 8pmConnor : Saturday, November 12th, St. Jude's Parish Hall Muckamore 9.30am Cork, Cloyne & Ross: St Mary’s Church, Carrigaline , 7.30 to 9.30pm
The Irish SPIN(social policy in the
news)
16 Days of Activism against Gender Based Violence (GBV)
towards women and girls.
November 25th – December 10th The 16 Days campaign is our opportunity each year to show solidarity against gender-based violence. It provides a platform for individuals and organisations to highlight their work and speak out against violence against women and girls.
Let’s spread the message“ IT IS NOT OK “
How can I get involved?Spread the word,
ask a friend, and join our
All-Ireland Prayer Vigilon
Saturday, November 26th
Fairtrade this Christmas
Looking out for fairly-traded Christmas presents and
decorations when you shop can make a difference to more than
just one person. You can view the online catalogues and/or order one
from the organisations below.Traidcraft: www.traidcraft.co.ukTearcraft: www.createdgifts.org
Ethical Superstore: www.ethicalsuperstore.com Fairwind Fairtrade: www.fairwindonline.com
No-one should go hungry this Christmas.
Buy a little extra this Christmas and make a a food donation to one of your
local foodbanks or supermarket collection points. Find out where your
nearest foodbank is at https://www.trusselltrust.org
Keep Fire Safe this Christmas by
Checking Smoke Detectors are working Checking electric blankets Using a Fire Guard around your fire Being careful with candles Switching off Christmas Lights before going to bed
For more ideas and tips, go to http://www.fireservice.co.uk/safety/christmas
http://www.fireservice.co.uk/safety/christmas
Monday 27 February - Sunday 12 March
Download and order your resources now for your FAIRTRADE events
http://www.fairtrade.org.uk/en/resources-library
http://shop.fairtrade.org.uk/fairtrade-fortnight-2017
www.fairtrade.ie
Providing support for anyone needing help with suicide, self-harm, trauma, depression, anxiety and many other issues
24 hour
No-one should go hungry this Christmas.
Buy a little extra this Christmas and make a a food donation to one of your
local foodbanks or supermarket collection points. Find out where your
nearest foodbank is at https://www.trusselltrust.org
COLOUR IT PURPLEVenues across the UK will once again be
lighting up purple for Pancreatic Awareness month this November
We must continue to raise awareness of this silent killer so that more people will be diagnosed in time for surgery.
Find out more at www.pancreaticcancer.org.uk
www.cancerfocusni.org
70% of older people worry most about staying warm in winter.
Age NI offer a wide range of services to help older people feel warm and well in winter. Find out what you can do to help
on http://www.ageuk.org.uk/northern-
ireland/health--wellbeing/winter-advice/AgeNi also can give advice on a variety of energy saving grants to help older
people stay warm in their own homes.http://www.ageuk.org.uk/northern-ireland/home--care/improving-your-
home/free-insulation/
Useful Contact Details:Faith & Policy Unit Co-ordinator:Jacqui Armstrong Tel: 028 71516436 : Mobile: 07928747354 email:[email protected] Dioceses Social Policy contact:Trudi Williams Tel: 0719157993 email:[email protected] Northern Dioceses Social Policy contact:Ann Orr Tel:02882245369
Providing support for anyone needing help with suicide, self-harm, trauma, depression, anxiety and many other issues
24 hour
CHECK OUT THE NEW CHURCH OF ENGLAND WEBSITE
This website offers ways to explore prayer, to develop a deeper, more
regular prayer life, and an opportunity to share prayers live.
www.mothersunion.org/get-involved/pray-worship/justpray
#justpray
For some people Christmastime can intensify mental health difficulties with increased stress, family conflict or alcohol misuse. For others it is loneliness and isolation. For people who have suffered bereavement the feeling of loss and sadness can be especially poignant at Christmas.
Remember to look out for others during this festive
season.
This eBulletin gives really good up to date synopsis on developments regarding children’s’ issues internationally and in the Republic of Ireland.Some areas covered in this edition are:
-Budget 2107-Criminal Law (Sexual Offences) Bill-UN Committee – Budgeting for Childrens’ Rights-UN Handbook – Fighting the Sale and Sexual exploitation of Children
The Commercialisation and Sexualisation of Childhood in Ireland: an Exploratory Study
This is the first comprehensive study undertaken in Ireland. One of the groups consulted during research was Mothers’ Union. Its findings, conclusions and recommendations are worth a read – find it at http://www.dcya.gov.ie/documents/research/20160816TheSexualisationCommercialisationChildrenIrl.pdf
Useful Dates for your Diary
International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women Fri. Nov.25th World Aids Day Thurs Dec. 1st
Special Education Day Fri Dec 2ndInternational Day of People with Disabilities, Sat Dec. 3rd Human Rights Day, Sat Dec. 10th International Migrants Day Sun. Dec 18th Holocaust Memorial Day, Fri. Jan. 27th World Cancer Day, Sat Feb 4th World Day of Social Justice Mon. Feb 20th Zero Discrimination Day Wed. March 1stInternational Women’s Day, Wed
Jump to t ablePrice of a lipstick’s
sparkle!!!!!!!Manan, who was only 8 years old when he began working in a mica mine for a pittance, digging out the mineral that puts sparkle into lipstick. Many children who worked with him, including his best friend – are now dead. Slavery won’t be eradicated overnight. Is it time to see cheap sparkly lipstick as a red flag, rather than a bargain?
https://www.chathamhouse.org/publications/twt/price-lipstick-s-sparkle#sthash.cr8ZeAdw.dpuf
Useful Contact Details:Faith & Policy Unit Co-ordinator:Jacqui Armstrong Tel: 028 71516436 : Mobile: 07928747354 email:[email protected] Dioceses Social Policy contact:Trudi Williams Tel: 0719157993 email:[email protected] Northern Dioceses Social Policy contact:Ann Orr Tel:02882245369
