Life, Justice and Peace

Life, Justice and Peace promotes the incar- nation of Catholic social teaching in the Diocese of Orange—we are ‘lobbyists’ for the poor and vulnerable. The ministry leads our community to affirm a consistent ethic of life and promotes the common good through public policy, prayer, education and pastoral care. Formed by the Gospel. Organized for Action. Rooted in Prayer.

Who We Serve:

• Members of the Diocese community
• All in the broader community in Orange County

What We Provide:

• Training in Parish Organizing
• Opportunities for Engagement in Social Ministry
• Prayer Services for Life, Justice, and Peace
• Participation in Legislative Advocacy, e.g. Catholic Advocacy Day- Sacramento
• Faithful Citizenship Workshops
• Resources on ethics and public policy issues
• Financial support for the Catholic Campaign for Human Development
• Fundraising and Support for local Pregnancy centers, clinics, and shelters
• Ecumenical events
• Speakers’ Bureau on Catholic Social Teaching
• Up to date connection on issues through social media
• Hope and healing after abortion

Greg Walgenbach, Director
714-282-3058
gwalgenbach@rcbo.org

Cenia Martinez, Outreach Coordinator
714-282-6029
cmartinez@rcbo.org

Esther Ramirez, Program Coordinator
714-282-3105
eramirez@rcbo.org

Deacon Jim Merle, CCHD Coordinator
714-255-1886
dcn.jim@yahoo.com