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St. David's United Church - Internet Resources

What does the Lord require of you but to do justice, and to love kindness and to walk humbly with your God? ... Micah 6:8 RSV
Christian Outreach. Mission. Community. Helping out.
Calgary's Helping Hands There are many reasons why people need the services of charitable organizations. Each one of us has likely fallen on rough times, or know of someone else who has. During the colder winter months, and especially at Christmas, our hearts open up and we give freely where and when we can. However, charitable organizations need to work relentlessly throughout the entire year. With fund-raising, collecting, distributing donations, and of course keeping the organizations themselves well organized, there is a continual need for support from the community as a whole.
Project Ploughshares - Canada. Since its founding in 1976, Project Ploughshares has promoted the concept of "common security": that security is the product of mutuality, not competition; that peace must be nurtured rather than guarded; that stability requires the reduction of threat and elevation of trust; and that sustainability depends on participatory decision-making rather than on exclusion and control.
Project Ploughshares - Calgary. We are involved in education, in research, and in encouraging open and informed dialogue with the public, the media, and government on peace and social justice issues. Site Pages: Our Beliefs, Upcoming Events, Abolish Nuclear Weapons, School Anti-Bullying Project, Monthly Newsletter, Local Workshops, Links to Peace Sites Project Ploughshares Calgary  Office:  Parkdale United Church, 2919 8 Ave NW, Calgary AB CANADA, T2N 1C8, ph: 403 270-7366   fax:  403 270-7373  
Research Jubilee. is an international movement calling for: cancellation of the unpayable debt , of the world's poorest countries, under a fair and transparent process. See how you can learn and participate in this continuing process. Bono is the chair of this NGO and many Canadians have helped in this effort. It is based upon the scriptural idea of Jubilee whereby debt was to be forgiven each 50 years and in such a way, avoid the accumulation of wealth into the hands of the few.
to the United Church of Canada page on Justice, Global and Ecumenical Relations The United Church of Canada - Justice, Global and Ecumenical Relations Page. Here you will find resources and news on issues abroad and in our own country on issues of justice. The News and Updates section focuses on "recent news, letters, statements, and updates related to the United Church's justice, global, and ecumenical relations". The new Take Action section offers the opportunity to "get involved in current actions, campaigns, appeals, studies, and ongoing concerns".
Partenia. In 1995, Pope John Paul II moved Jacques Gaillot, then bishop of Evreux to Partenia, a place covered with sand. He established a web presence and continues to be heard. Very much worth a visit. An example from his electronic catechism, "The Church: The word means "call together", "convened assembly." The first Christians chose this Greek word to name their communities because they were aware of being assembled together not only through their will but also from the call of God. The Church keeps these two aspects, a human society and an answer to a call coming from somewhere else. ..."
The Hunger Site. Visit this site and for viewing the ads, the sponsors donate 2 1/4 cups of staple food to the hungry. It's true. Limit to 1 visit a day. Your donation adds to over 200 metric tons of food donated weekly to the United Nations World Food Programme.
In addition there is much information and many links on this critical subject on site.
CharityFocus is an experiment in the joy of giving. It is about helping others help others. They focus on the "Three Pillars" of Inspiration, Action and Support. For example, their Inspiration section is: "full of inspiring material to nourish the journey, from everyday heroes to service leaders around the globe, from the first seeds of compassion to the beautiful blossoms that they've become." Some resources, ideas, and examples around the world.
Visit the Calgary Habitat for Humanity site.
Calgary Branch
Habitat for Humanity is a non-profit, non-denominational Christian organization that builds and renovates homes for low-income families who are unable to purchase a home through conventional means. "I will share my faith by what I do." -- James 2:18 B --

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January 25, 2004