"I ask with all my heart that hope be granted to the billions of the poor, who often lack the essentials of life."—Pope Francis

Dear John,

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As people of faith, we cannot remain indifferent to the suffering of others.
Working for social justice means addressing the root causes of poverty and fighting against situations that take away people’s dignity and basic rights. Our hope should turn into concrete actions to build a more just world, and today—World Day of Social Justice—is the perfect day to reaffirm this
commitment.

Contributing to the common good is not only the responsibility of
governments; each of us has a duty to act with solidarity, justice and active participation. ➡️ Raise your voice to ensure that all our sisters and
brothers have what they need to live with dignity, such as food, education, medical supplies, housing and work.

By promoting social justice, we foster healthy, thriving communities and
safeguard the future of generations to come. Thank you for your participation!

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Prayerfully,

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Catholic Relief Services and

the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops

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