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
Alejandra Luna, Outreach Coordinator
714-282-6029
