I was asked shortly before a meeting to offer a prayer for the group that was virtually meeting to discuss addressing racism in youth ministry, and to include a bit about Bishop Murry. What came to mind was offering a Litany that would help introduce a small amount of the good works he did and how much of what he did related to our topic of discussion. So, here is my impromptu litany for your prayer use, if you like. ================================= A Litany of Thanksgiving for Bishop George Vance Murry, S.J. (by Cindee Case, impromptu June 8, 2020) Response: We Thank you, Lord For his service as an Associate Professor at Georgetown University…. For his service as President of John Carroll High School in DC… For his service Associate Vice President for Academic Affairs at the University of Detroit Mercy… For his service as Auxiliary Bishop of Chicago For his service as Bishop of St. Thomas in the Virgin Islands… For his 13 years in service as Bishop of Youngstown… For being an enthusiast of American History…. For his love of literature and the arts…. For his example of Jesuit spirituality… For him being a champion of Catholic Education… For being a promoter of diversity…. For being a dynamic speaker on social justice… For being a defender for all life For being an advocate for young people For being an enemy of racism… For his radiant smile… For fighting injustice… For being a witness of faith… For loving God and his people… For being a beloved shepherd to his people… For being a good and faithful servant… Lord, we thank you for the life and impact of Bishop Murry and we implore you to accept him lovingly into your embrace and allow him to intercede for us, especially as we seek to address racism and more fully share your Gospel of love. We end this prayer with An Act of Hope O my God, trusting in Your promises and because You are faithful, powerful and merciful, I hope, through the merits of Jesus Christ, for the pardon of my sins, final perseverance and the blessed glory of heaven. Amen.
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Reflecting on Racism - The Sin and Injustice I must admit that I still have variety of emotions to work through with regards to the current civil unrest brought to the nation's attention following the horrific death of George Floyd.... and reminding us that we still have a LOT of work to do achieve justice, equality, and and God's view for all humankind. I created a page of resources for your use to discuss with your ministry team members, with teens, and/or with young adults. For now, the page is featured on the home page, at: https://youngstownoyyam.weebly.com/racism---addressing-the-sin.html Eventually, the page will be moved under our Pastoral Care page so that is can remain accessible for future use.: https://youngstownoyyam.weebly.com/helping-young-people-during-grief-or-tragedy.html Reflect.... Learn.... Work for justice... And PRAY! |
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*** Note: The Office Blog is now inactive, but posted for continued reference as needed (6/30/21) ***Cindee Case, MPSFormer Director of the Diocese of Youngstown Office of Youth and Young Adult Ministry (2/2002 - 6/2021) Archives
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