Social Justice Ministry

Encounter an authentically Catholic perspective on God’s vision for the universal Church to be united “on earth as it is in heaven.”

From Fr. Josh Johnson, co-author of the popular Pocket Guide to the Sacrament of Reconciliation, author of Broken and Blessed, and host of the weekly podcast “Ask Fr. Josh,” comes On Earth as It Is in Heaven: Restoring God’s Vision for Race and Discipleship.

This book follows Fr. Josh’s journey of serving as the only Black priest in the diocese of Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Fr. Josh draws from the riches of Scripture, personal experience as a Catholic of color, his priestly ministry, and the wisdom of the Church to encourage Catholics to understand more deeply the call of Christ to make disciples of “all peoples and nations (Matt. 28:19).”

With the help of On Earth as it is in Heaven, Catholics can work towards bringing the kingdom of Heaven to earth by reaching out to people of all backgrounds.

Through this book study, participants will:

• Learn more about bringing unity to the Church by living as the communion of saints on Earth
• Read practical tips for encouraging discipleship and bringing unity into your community and parish
• Hear Fr. Josh’s story about becoming a priest and other stories from his life of ministry

WHEN: Wednesday evenings from 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm

WHERE: RE Building Room 102

NOTE: Purchase book in the STM Gift Shop or online

Register here

"Catholic teaching calls us to serve those in need and to change the structures that deny people their dignity and rights as children of God. Service and action, charity and justice are complementary components of parish social ministry. Neither alone is sufficient; both are essential signs of the gospel at work. A parish serious about social ministry will offer opportunities to serve those in need and to advocate for justice and peace. These are not competing priorities, but two dimensions of the same fundamental mission to protect the life and dignity of the human person."
- USCCB Communities of Salt and Light: Reflections on the Social Mission of the Parish

If you feel called to serve the poor, the unjust then this ministry is for you! Please join the Social Justice Ministry in person at our monthly meetings or at our upcoming events!