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Sunday, March 5Every home a safe haven… that is the goal of Safe Haven Sunday, a movement inspired by the United States’ Bishops 2015 Pastoral Response to Pornography, Create in Me a Clean Heart. Join us at weekend Masses March 5, 2023 to pray together in support of parents, the protection of youth, and the building of safe havens within every domestic church.Read More
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Saturday, April 1April is Child Abuse Prevention Month. Join the Diocese of Grand Island in prayer and action to prevent abuse and promote healing.Read More
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Scripture ReflectionsChild Abuse Prevention Month 2023
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April is Child Abuse Prevention MonthAs we enter Child Abuse Prevention Month 2023, we find ourselves in the midst of division and conflict, throughout the world, in our country, and within our church. This month let us reflect on our Universal Call to Holiness, our call to be men and women of virtue!
Let us put virtue in action; strengthening our faith, offering signs of hope, reaching out to others in love and charity, with fortitude standing fearlessly for the vulnerable, acting in justice, practicing temperance, and striving always for prudence in our actions. -
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Child Abuse Prevention Month 2023: Virtue in Action
FAITH
God speaks to us through his word. Strengthen your faith through prayer.- Pray the Scriptures with Lectio Divina prior to each Mass. Weekly reflections for Child Abuse Prevention Month are available HERE
HOPE
Be a light of hope in the lives of others.- Be Present to Others
Challenge yourself to spend time with others, to listen more than talk, to really hear what others say, to respond with patience and empathy. Find an example HERE
- Model Clear Boundaries
Some boundaries are absolute—some things are never ok. Other boundaries are determined by the nature of the relationship, the situation, and personal comfort zone. Be aware of your own and others’ boundaries. Learn more about boundaries in ministry HERE
- Lighten the Load
Make a meal, run an errand, open a door, or say a prayer for a parent who is over-loaded. Be aware of signs of stress and offer a small gesture of hope and kindness to a parent today.
- Share Your Story of Hope & Healing
Be a witness to others of the healing power of Christ. Share your personal story of hope and healing. Need inspiration? Read Becca’s story HERE
CHARITY
Find ways to put love into action.
- Build Blessing Bags1
71% of homeless youth report trauma and abuse. Reach out to children and families who are homeless with blessing bags: Fill re-sealable bags with simpleblessings (hat, gloves, sunscreen,pre-packaged snacks, bottled
water, hand cleaner, prayer cards) and info about resources at your parish, local shelters and food
pantries. More on Blessing Bags HERE
- Participate in the Mass for Healing and Reparation
Join Bishop Joseph G. Hanefeldt at the Cathedral of the
Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary -Tuesday, April 11, 5:15 pm—to pray the Mass in solidarity with all who have been impacted by the pain of abuse.—join via livestream HERE
Worship guide available HERE
- Wrap ‘em in Love
Donate throws or blankets, or to a local shelter or child advocacy center. Include a simple prayer:Jesus wrap your love around all who are hurting today.
Comfort them, protect them, and give them hope.
Amen- Share your Table
Peer support is identified as one of the most important factors in buffering the impact of bullying. Invite someone new to your lunch table. Support a peer. Offer words of encouragement to someone you don’t know well.
FORTITUDE
Be Courageous! Break the silence... stand for the vulnerable... change the culture!
- Share Signs of a Safe Program
Learn more HERE
- Stand Up to Bullying and Abuse
Learn more HERE- Shed Light on the Problem of Abuse
Watch HERE- Report Abuse HERE
JUSTICE
Promote Justice! Change the world where you are through simple daily actions.
- Show Respect , Responsibility, & Caring Created in God’s image all persons are deserving of dignity and respect. Strive to show respect, responsibility, and caring in all you do. Learn more HERE
- Provide Safe, Stable, Nurturing Relationships
Safe, stable, nurturing relationships help reduce the occurrence of child maltreatment and other adverse childhood experiences and reduce the negative effects of child abuse and other ACEs .
What are SSNRs? Find out HERE- Be Trauma Sensitive
Recognize the impact of trauma and take steps to insure safety, build resilience, promote healing, foster development, and provide positive and protective relationships. Learn how HERE
- Stop the Demand
Pornography creates a demand for child sexual abuse and sex trafficking. Be informed, block content on your
devices, share the message. Learn more HERE
TEMPERANCE
Continue fasting beyond Lent. Add prayer intentions for all who suffer abuse.
- Holy Friday Fasting and Abstinence
Fast today and Abstain from meat. Pray The Way: Stations of the Cross for
Survivors of Abuse. Follow along HERE- Fast from Social Media
Pray A Prayer for the Healing of Victims of Abuse
- Abstain from Sexualized Media
Pray for the Intercession of St. Maria Goretti. Find a prayer HERE- Fast from “Fast”
Take time out from your fast paced schedule. Slow down and pray A Rosary for Healing and Protection.Pray along HEREDownload a Rosary Guide HERE
PRUDENCE
Prepare to make prudent decisions. Seek Resources, Take Classes, and Attend Training Sessions
Seek Resources to Prevent Abuse and Promote Healing
Find Safe Environment Training HERE
Get Equipped
Find an online copy of Equipped: Smart Catholic Parenting in a Sexualized Culture to protect your family from the dangers of pornography. HERE
Know the Drill
Prepare yourself and your family for safety. Learn how HERE
Teach Safety
Begin with 10 Valuable lessons for your child. Start HERE
Create a Trauma Sensitive Faith Environment in your parish or school. Learn how HERE
Learn more about the Church’s Efforts to Prevent Abuse and Promote Healing:
Watch HERE
Read:- Promise to Protect Pledge to Heal HERE
- 2022 Fact Sheet HERE
- Charter for the Protection of Children and Young People HERE
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Every home a safe haven… that is the goal of Safe Haven Sunday, a movement inspired by the United States’ Bishops 2015 Pastoral Response to Pornography, Create in Me a Clean Heart.1 The US Bishops recognize that the impact of pornography is far reaching. In the words of Archbishop Charles Chaput, “Pornography is a problem and is causing great confusion in our culture, marriages, homes and faith communities. Children are the most vulnerable; their brains are still developing and are most impressionable.”2
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(page 24 of the January / February 2023 WNC Magazine)
Join us at weekend Masses March 5, 2023 to pray together in support of parents, the protection of youth, and the building of safe havens within every domestic church.
