Introduction
As members of the Society of the Sacred Heart, an international congregation, we are committed to addressing the needs of those who suffer from injustice and inequity worldwide and especially in the United States. As our Constitutions state: “Wherever we are sent, whatever our work may be, our lives will be inspired by the love of the Heart of Jesus,…expressed in a thirst for working towards justice and peace in the world in response to the cry of the poor… (Constitutions §13). Members of the province serve the poor and marginalized in a variety of settings. In order to extend this service, we established the Duchesne Fund for Ministry to support RSCJ and those who collaborate with us to bring about efforts on many levels based on Gospel values of justice, integrity, peace, non-violence and a contemplative attitude. We join the global effort of reverence for creation and protection of the environment.
Rationale
In 2009, following the General Chapter of 2008, the province made the decision to take action regarding immigration, human trafficking and sustainable environmental practices; to reach out to the young, specifically through the use of technology, and to collaborate with others in offering service opportunities to young people. The Duchesne Fund for Ministry will support the carrying out of these decisions. Grants from the fund will be awarded to projects that benefit:
- women
- children
- young adults
- migrants and refugees
- undocumented persons
who suffer the effects of:
- poverty
- marginalization
- human trafficking
- homelessness
- environmental hazards
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