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Statement on the Eve of the 2024 Elections
In the spirit of Pope Francis's call for fraternity and social friendship in Fratelli Tutti, his plea for the care of our earth in Laudato Si, and his understanding of our Gospel mission in Evangelii Gaudium, Pax Christi Metro DC-Baltimore recognizes the elections as a crucial moment for shaping a society grounded in peace, accountability, and the common good.
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Did Jesus Tell His Disciples to Arm Themselves?
Some Christians who support the right to bear arms cite Luke 22:36 as support for their views, saying that Jesus instructed his disciples to arm themselves. But Jesus is speaking figuratively here. His disciples misunderstand his statement and take it literally—the same mistake Christian supporters of gun rights make.
Read MorePeacemaker of the Year Award
<p align="center"><strong>PCMDCB PEACEMAKER OF THE YEAR AWARD RECIPIENTS</strong></p> <p align="center"><strong> </strong></p> <p><strong><u>Note:</u></strong><strong> </strong>Though some of the following items have been updated, biographical information may only be accurate as of the date of the PCMDCB award.<strong> </strong></p> <p> <br></p> <p><strong>2008, Catholic Worker communities in Metro DC & Baltimore</strong></p> <p>Our first Peacemaker of the Year Award Dinner was held at Our Lady Queen of Peace in Arlington, VA, in November 2008. Bishop Tom Gumbleton celebrated Mass, and former soldier, war resister, and peace activist Camilo Mejia was our keynote speaker. Honorees and special guests were the area’s Catholic Worker Communities: Dorothy Day Catholic Wor...</p></p>
Read MoreDDCW-Support needs
Dorothy Day Catholic Worker house is in need of maintenance on the plumbing system.
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