Social Concerns Asuntos Sociales
Please join us this Monday, June 8th at 12 noon at Lafayette Square across from the White House to Prayerfully Protest Racism in our Nation and for George Floyd and his family
Please join the Catholic faithful in a public witness to pray for the soul of George Floyd and the soul of America. Join local Catholic bishops, clergy and lay faithful as we pray and move with Christian solidarity to lift our country up in prayer. Let us gather to rededicate ourselves to the defense of all life and recommit ourselves to an anti-racism agenda.
Our mission: to pray for a change of heart, an end to hatred and institutional discrimination of all kinds.
The plans for the protest are as follows: we will assemble at Lafayette Park beginning from 11:00 am on Monday June 8. At exactly noon, we will begin with prayer and move in prayer toward the White House.
Things you may need:
· Clergy and Religious, please wear cassock, habit, or black clerical shirt.
· Do not forget to grab a bottle of water and a hat/cap.
· You are welcome to bring appropriate signs /posters.
· Remember that social distancing may be difficult, so do not forget your mask.
· The best way to travel to the park is by using Metro and getting off at the McPherson Square Station. If you drive, please note that parking is limited in some areas of downtown Washington at this time.
Father Cornelius Ejiogu, SSJ, Pastor of Saint Luke Parish, is coordinating this effort. Should you have questions, Fr. Cornelius can be reached at ejioguc@adw.org<mailto:ejioguc@adw.org>.
Peace and God Bless!!
DC Archbishop Gregory Discusses Racism & Faith at Georgetown University
Catholic Archbishop Wilton Gregory of Washington, DC participated in a dialogue with others concerning the ongoing protests across the nation that were sparked by the death of George Floyd while in police custody. He called Mr. Floyd’s death and others before him an assassination due to the color of their skin. Archbishop Gregory also spoke about why he publicly criticized the president’s visits to St. John’s Episcopal Church and St. John Paul II National Shrine. Georgetown University hosted this virtual event.
Join us in praying the Novena For National Unity & An End to Racism
June 7-June 15
Únase a nosotros para rezar la Novena por la unidad nacional y el fin del racismo
7 de junio-15 de junio
Strong Families Initiative
“The Catholic Charities Strong Families Initiative is offering a [virtual] space for Latino youth ages 14-17 where they will focus on strengthening their family. Whether new to the country, struggling at home and / or at school, or would simply benefit from making new friends.
The circles are 12 weeks where you will meet new people, share life experiences, challenges and set weekly goals
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Youth circles begin Tuesday, June 9, from 5:00 to 6:30 pm virtually by Zoom.
If you want to register, please call 202-422-8553 or email ”
Rental Assistance Program for COVID-19
Montgomery County is offering three months partial rent support to low-income tenants who lost income due to COVID-19. Applications and documents must be submitted to the Housing Opportunities Commission by 2 p.m. on June 5.
Emergency Assistance Relief Payment (EARP)
What is the Emergency Assistance Relief Payment (EARP) Program?
Recognizing that the COVID-19 pandemic is causing an unprecedented financial hardship for many Montgomery County residents, the Emergency Assistance Relief Payment is a program that provides immediate financial assistance to households in need. While the need is great, this program seeks to fill the gaps for those who are not eligible or who will not benefit directly from the federal or state COVID-19 aid.
Stimulus Checks
Catholic Charities launches program to help parish families get their stimulus checks.
As you know, many individuals and families (with Social Security Numbers) are receiving sizable cash payments from the IRS. The IRS cash payments are part of the Government’s $2 Trillion economic stimulus legislation. Sadly, there are many individuals and families who will not be receiving these cash payments. Why? The reason is that the IRS has no way of knowing that individuals and families with low/no income exist. Individuals with income less than $12,200/year ($24,400 for married couples) do not need to file an income tax return. Thus, the IRS does not have a mailing address or a bank account to send these cash payments.
Do you feel unsafe at home?
La Iniciativa de Familias
“La Iniciativa de Familias Fuertes de Caridades Católicas está ofreciendo un espacio [virtual] para jóvenes latinos entre 14-17 donde se enfocarán en el fortalecimiento de su familia. Ya sea nueva en el país, tiene dificultades en casa y / o en la escuela, o simplemente se beneficiaría al hacer nuevos amigos.
Los círculos son de 12 semanas donde se reunirá con nuevas personas, compartirán experiencias de vida, desafíos y establecerán metas semanales.
Los círculos juveniles comienzan el martes 9 de junio, desde las 5:00 a las 6:30 pm virtualmente por Zoom.
Si quiere registrarse, por favor llame al 202-422-8553 o mande un correo eléctrico a SFI@CC-DC.ORG”
El programa de Asistencia para Rentas debido a COVID-19
El Condado de Montgomery está ofreciendo asistencia parcial de tres meses de renta a inquilinos que han perdido ingreso por causa de COVID19. Aplicación y documentos necesarios deben ser sometidos a la Comisión de Oportunidad de Vivienda antes de la 2pm el 5 de junio, 2020. Diríjase a la página de internet
El Progama De Pago De
Ayuda De Emergencia (EARP)?
¿Qué es el programa de pago de ayuda de emergencia (EARP)?
Reconociendo que la pandemia de COVID-19 está causando dificultades financieras sin precedentes para muchos residentes del Condado de Montgomery, el Pago de Ayuda de Emergencia es un programa que brinda asistencia financiera inmediata a los hogares que lo necesitan. Si bien la necesidad es grande, este programa busca llenar los vacíos para aquellos que no son elegibles o que no se beneficiarán directamente de la ayuda federal o estatal COVID-19.
Pagos de Estímulo
Catholic Charities lanza un programa para ayudar a las familias de la parroquia a recibir sus cheques de estímulo.
Como sabe, muchas personas y familias (con números de Seguro Social) están recibiendo pagos considerables en efectivo del IRS. Los pagos en efectivo del IRS son parte de la legislación de estímulo económico del gobierno de $ 2 billones. Lamentablemente, hay muchas personas y familias que no recibirán estos pagos en efectivo. ¿Por qué? La razón es que el IRS no tiene forma de saber que existen individuos y familias con bajos / nulos ingresos. Las personas con ingresos inferiores a $ 12,200 / año ($ 24,400 para parejas casadas) no necesitan presentar una declaración de impuestos. Por lo tanto, el IRS no tiene una dirección postal o una cuenta bancaria para enviar estos pagos en efectivo.
¿Te sientes inseguro
en tu casa?
Montgomery Care Clinics
¿No tiene doctor ni seguro de salud? Usted no está sólo(a). El Condado de Montgomery tiene clínicas a su disposición sin importar su estatus migratorio. Queremos un Condado saludable y las clínicas de Montgomery Cares
están para servirle.
Don't have a doctor or health insurance? You are not alone. Montgomery County has clinics at your disposal regardless of your immigration status. We want a healthy County and Montgomery Cares clinics
are here to serve you.
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Coronavirus Resources
Recursos de coronavirus
Families Living with COVID-19 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Scroll down to 3rd page for English
What you need to know about coronavirus disease 2019
(COVID-19)
General Facts about the coronavirus, status in the U.S., and protection.
Respuestas a preguntas comunes para las familias afectadas por el COVID-19
Lo que necesita saber sobre la enfermedad por coronavirus 2019
(COVID-19)
Datos generales sobre el coronavirus, el estado en los EE. UU. Y la protección.
What to do if you are sick with coronavirus disease 2019
(COVID-19)
Information on how to care for yourself and protect others
Qué hacer si está enfermo con la enfermedad por coronavirus 2019
(COVID-19)
Información sobre cómo cuidarse y proteger a los demás.
Archdiocesan Resources
ALL archdiocesan parishes, Masses, missions, and campus ministries will not be celebrated until further notice
Archbishop Gregory has also issued a dispensation from the obligation to attend Mass during this time to all parishioners of the Archdiocese of Washington.
The school will remain closed to all groups/gatherings/meetings for cleaning until further notice.
The church will be open daily for prayer from 9:00 am -
8:00 pm
The Adoration Chapel will be closed until further notice.
The Pantry will continue to be open on Mondays for distribution of food.
Recursos arquidiocesanos
TODAS las parroquias arquidiocesanas, misas, misiones y ministerios universitarios no se celebrarán hasta nuevo aviso
El Arzobispo Gregory también ha emitido una dispensa de la obligación de asistir a misa durante este tiempo a todos los feligreses de la Arquidiócesis de Washington.
La escuela permanecerá cerrada a todos los grupos / reuniones / reuniones para su limpieza hasta nuevo aviso.
La iglesia estará abierta todos los días para orar.
La Capilla de la Adoración estará cerrada hasta nuevo aviso
La despensa continuará abierta los lunes para la distribución de alimentos.