WHAT'S NEW


Clsre Condon SGS

New CRA President

Read the Media release here
CLRI(NSW) SOCIAL JUSTICE COMMITTEE SUBMISSION TO THE GREEN PAPER ON HOMELESSNESS

Read the submission

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Day

On Sunday 6 July the church celebrates Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Day

As we celebrate Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Day, why don't you

  • Access a copy of The Apology on DVD from Reconciliation Australia at www.reconciliation.org.au
  • Access a recording of From Little Things Big Things Grow by the GetUp Mob from www.getup.org.au
  • Request your local newsagent stock National Indigenous Times (online at www.nit.com.au )

ACTION AND RESULTS!

The Social Justice Committee of CLRI(NSW) wrote to the Immigration Minister, Chris Evans, with comments and suggestions for the Review of the Refugee Review Tribunal.

CLRI(NSW) has been invited to meet with the Minister's Office to discuss the comments and suggestions more fully.
Read our letter here.

STATEMENT BY CHRISTIAN-INSPIRED AND OTHER FAITH-BASED ORGANIZATIONS,
TO 'THE HIGH-LEVEL CONFERENCE ON WORLD FOOD SECURITY AND THE CHALLENGES OF CLIMATE CHANGE AND BIOENERGY'


Rome 3-5 June 2008

For more information go to:  www.jpicpassionist.org

Read a copy of the statement here

De La Salle Brothers - new WEBSITE

Only released yesterday to much fanfare, this is the website the De La Salle Brothers describe as an "unprecedented website that details intimately the life of a brother." With an overt vocations focus, its aims to speak directly to youth and de-mystify the work and life of the brothers whilst offering insight and inspiration to those who may consider it as a life choice.

In a bold new approach for a religious order, it tackles tough questions around vows such as poverty, celibacy, and living in community, with a frequently asked questions section and an interactive personality quiz that helps an interested applicant ascertain their suitability to this life.

There is extensive information on the two year training process involved and inspiring work experience opportunities in remote communities across Western Australia and Papua New Guinea.

Go to http://www.delasallebrothers.com/ for more

Privatisation of the State's Electricity Industry

 

"The proposal to privatise the State's electricity industry has captured the attention of a higher power..."

Read The Maitland Mercury's article on 21 - 22 March, 2008 on a talk given by Sr Carmel Moore

Read the Maitland Mercury Article          Read Sr Carmel Moore's talk

Bishop Kevin Manning Speech given at the rally in Macquarie Street, Sydney, Tuesday 26 February 2008
 
Read the  Bishop's speech here

 

Keep power in our hands: campaign against NSW electricity privatisation
By Dr Patricia Ranald         Read More Here

 

IBVM JPIC COMMITTEE

Trafficking In Humans

Read the bulletin here

CRA calls for reversal on indigenous rights

Australia must reverse its opposition to the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples, Catholic Religious Australia (CRA) head, Fr Mark Raper SJ says. More Details

 

CLOSE THE GAP

CLRI(NSW) is supporting the Social Action Office, Queensland in its CLOSE THE GAP campaign.

 To access an e-copy of the postcard, go to the SAO site .

This is a great  way to support the government's initiative for indigenous peoples and encourage them to go further with real action!  

Close the Gap Campaign notice

 

 

CRA calls for bold immigration transformation

Refugee week, 2008
Read the media release : Tuesday, June 17, 2008

Saying Sorry

From the CRA February 2008 Newsletter:

In applauding the  Federal Parliament’s “sorry” response, CRA calls for the Government to collaborate with Aboriginal Leaders to improve the quality of life of many whose lives have been traumatised  … [More...]

From the Social Action Office of CLRI Queensland

Social Action Office Noticeboard - 5 Aug 2008

Social Action Office Noticeboard - 22 July 2008

Social Action Office Noticeboard - 8 July 2008

Social Action Office Noticeboard - 24 June 2008

Social Action Office Noticeboard - 10 June 2008

Social Action Office Noticeboard - 27 May 2008

Social Action Office Noticeboard - 13 May 2008

Social Action Office Noticeboard - 29 Apr 2008

Social Action Office Noticeboard - 15 Apr 2008

Social Action Office Noticeboard - 1 Apr 2008

Social Action Office Noticeboard - 18 Mar 2008

Upcoming Seminars

2008 Social Justice Sunday Statement

Wed 20 August 2008, Glebe

more details

Our Experience of Religious Life in Australia

Mon 11 August 2008, Glebe

more details

Check our calendar of events

 

CLRI(NSW) Calendar of Events for 2008

NOW AVAILABLE
In response to an invitation to make a submission to the Standing Committee on Social Issues of the NSW Legislative Council, the Social justice Committee of CLRI(NSW) has recently submitted a paper on Overcoming indigenous disadvantage –
Closing the Gap

ROTA - Religious Of the Third Age (more Information)

Read about the planned activities for the senior members of our congregations.

Read the current edition of the ROTA Newsletter and ROTA Application Form.

2008 Calendar of Activities NOW available.

Check our NEW ROTA page.

American religious women and climate change

Resolution to Action Newsletter  - October 2007

 

JUST in TIME

JUST in TIME  is a new occasional publication of the Social Justice Committee of CLRI(NSW).

 NEW 
J I T Newsletter February 2008 
     Word
     Printer Friendly version         
     Word

J I T Newsletter August 2007  
J I T Newsletter July 2007  
J I T Newsletter May 2007   
J I T Newsletter Feb 2007    

 

COURSE FOR FORMATORS BEGINS IN 2008

“Journeying with New Members” A Course for the Formation of Formators

The following information documents are available:

 - Formators Program Interim Brochure -  

 - Possible Program for Formators -  

 - Request For Application Package -

 

RESOLUTIONS TO ACTION

RESOLUTIONS TO ACTION is a publication of LCWR (the Leadership Conference of Women Religious of the United States) of which CLRI(NSW) is an Associate Member.

LCWR has a Global Concerns Committee that produces Resolutions to Action every couple of months. As a way to involve congregational members in global action, CLRI(NSW) will post the current Resolutions to Action on the What's New page and encourages you to TAKE ACTION.

NEW   July 2008 Newsletter (pdf)

April 2008 Newsletter (pdf)         January 2008 Newsletter (pdf)

April 2007 Newsletter (pdf)         February 2007 Newsletter (pdf)

 

Don't Forget to Check our Letters / Media Page for the latest..

 

Check Below for the Latest Edition of

WATERMARK

 

Listed below are a collection of documents recently written by members of CLRI(NSW).

You should also check our Information pages which contain Annual Reports, Publications, Stipend Rates, Letters / Media Watch articles and Archived Material.

 

Document Word File PDF File

Check our Letters / Media Watch Page.

   
Watermark  July 2008 Printer Friendly
Watermark Issue 20, March 2008 Printer Friendly
Watermark Issue 18, September 2007 Printer Friendly
Watermark Issue 17, August 2007 Printer Friendly
Watermark Issue 16, July 2007 Printer Friendly
Watermark Issue 15, May 2007 Printer Friendly
Watermark Issue 14, April 2007 Printer Friendly
Watermark Issue October 2006 Word
 Update On Indonesian Earthquake  
East Timor: update and action  
Submission to Senate Inquiry Migration Act Word
Submission Parliamentary Inquiry Community Based sentencing Word
     
Briefing Notes on Immigration Changes Word
Aboriginal Women and Prison Brochure Word
     
What are the alternatives to a prison sentence?
Read about the options here and then take some action! 
Word
     

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