You are the light of the world

You are the light of the world.

A city set on a mountain cannot be hidden.

Nor do they light a lamp and then put it under a bushel basket;

it is set on a lampstand, where it gives light to all in the house.   

Just so, your light must shine before others,

that they may see your good deeds

and glorify your heavenly Father.   Matthew 5:14-16

Catholic women of all ages and backgrounds are cordially invited to attend “Catholic Women as Disciples in the Public Square: A Day of Reflection and Action” at St. Raphael Catholic Church beginning with Mass at 9am celebrated by Fr. Dan Leary.

This event is sponsored by Catholic Women United in Faith, Hope, and, Charity, a recently formed organization for Catholic women within the Archdiocese of Washington. The day will feature dynamic speakers and workshops with the goal of empowering and motivating Catholic women to effectively communicate on issues that impact their faith.

To register for the event, click here.  For questions or more information, contact Sandy.

In addition to this mini-retreat, there are many resources available to Catholic women (and men!) who want to understand Catholic social teaching and feel confident expressing their faith in the public square:

• US Conference of Catholic Bishops web page on Forming Consciences for Faithful Citizenship
• A $0.99! e-book by Archbishop Charles Chaput - A Heart on Fire: Catholic Witness and the Next America
• Catholic Voices USA a web site with resouces to support Pope Benedict's call for an engaged, articulate and well-formed Catholic laity
• Women Speak for Themselves a web site with talking points on Religious Freedom