Social Justice Resources

Empowering People of Faith to develop a passion and thirst for God's justice.

Wednesday Aug. 5th, join us for an evening workshop on JustFaith. Our faith invites us to some remarkable possibilities in the name of love and compassion. The vision of the Gospels and Catholic Social Teaching speaks to life-giving choices on behalf of a world that struggles to survive. Don’t miss this opportunity to explore some new possibilities for your life, your parish, your heart! More Info & Registration

Join the California Catholic Legislative Network!

You can make a big difference in just five minutes! That's all it will take to send an email or letter to your elected officials. You will learn how Catholic social teaching can be applied to the issues of the day, and join your voice with those of thousands of other Catholics across the Golden State.
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Get your parish involved! Publicize the Catholic Legislative Network, sign up parishioners and more with these Parish Sign-up Kits.
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Justice for Immigrants Campaign

World Food Crisis

Across the globe, millions face malnutrition because of skyrocketing food prices. In some countries, hunger and starvation are looming threats. The Reuters news agency estimates basic food prices have gone up anywhere from 45% to 80%.

Resources and bulletin inserts:
Catholic Campaign Against Global Poverty Fact Sheet
Church World Service Fact Sheet

How to get involved:
Church World Service
Catholic Relief Services
Oxfam America
Doctors Without Borders

Bishop's Statement on Immigration

In December, 2007, the California Catholic Conference created an important Immigration Statement that is to be released by each Bishop in accordance with local efforts and programs.

Bishop Vigneron asks that each parish distribute this statement to its parishioners. We recommend inserting copies in the weekly bulletin or posting it somewhere in the church. For more information, please contact me at 510-267-8379 or jwatkins@oakdiocese.org.
Download: Immigration Statement | Declaración sobre la inmigración

Health Care Crisis

Currently there are several proposals in Sacramento to reform health care in California. This flyer discusses aspects of Catholic Social Teaching on health care as well as questions and web resources for learning more about the various proposals. Use it as a bulletin insert or educational handout and share with your parish or other groups.
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Global Solidarity

Join the Local Fair Trade Coalition

Fair Trade supports artisans and farmers around the world by promoting an alternative to business-as-usual. Join others in the Diocese of Oakland who are mobilizing efforts to bring fair trade products into schools and parishes around the Diocese.
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Advocacy groups and other resources

Looking for opportunities to get involved? We have a great list of advocacy groups and other resources to help you out. Sign up for email alerts and more, and get involved!
Advocacy groups | Legislative advocacy info sheet