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2013-03-27T15:52:33-07:00

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Recommend a book for the Social Justice Book Club!

Last updated on: March 27, 2013 at 3:52 pm By Chris Henrichsen

In conjunction with Independence Rock Group: Center for Faith, Ethics, and Social Justice, I am looking to start up a social justice book club. We hope to have both online and in-person groups. More details to come. First, I need your help! Do you have a book that you think would be a good selection for a social justice book club? It can be fiction or non-fiction. It can be a classic or a new book. We are interested in... Read more

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2013-03-15T10:53:31-07:00

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Jubilee USA: Pope Francis; Pope of Peace, Justice and the Poor

Last updated on: March 15, 2013 at 10:53 am By Chris Henrichsen

On Wednesday, I shared a quote from newly appointed Pope Francis poverty and inequality. Also, on Wednesday, Jubilee USA Networks, an “alliance of more than 75 US organizations, 250 faith communities and 50 Jubilee global partners” released the following statement:: WASHINGTON, DC – Eric LeCompte, Executive Director of Jubilee USA, a religious organization that works on financial reforms to help the poor, releases the following statement on the election of the new Pope: “Cardinal Jorge Bergoglio chose the name Francis.... Read more

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2013-03-15T09:24:22-07:00

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Sen. Portman (R-OH) Embraces Gay Marriage

Last updated on: March 15, 2013 at 9:24 am By Chris Henrichsen

Visit NBCNews.com for breaking news, world news, and news about the economy Republican U.S. Senator Rob Portman of Ohio has publicly reversed his position on gay marriage and has come out in support of it. I really like this quote for the above NBC new clip: “I have come to the conclusion that, for me personally, this is something we should allow people to do. To get married and to have the joy and stability of marriage that I have... Read more

2013-03-27T18:04:22-07:00

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With Erin Brockovich on Huff Post Live

Last updated on: March 27, 2013 at 6:04 pm By Chris Henrichsen

This segment of the Huff Post Live News Block featured Erin Brockovich on an environmental disaster in Louisiana: The case in Wyoming that I mentioned was in Pavillion, WY. My friends at Wyofile have done some great reporting on Pavillion. Read more

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2013-03-14T16:18:27-07:00

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Pope Francis (as Cardinal Bergoglio) on Social Justice

Last updated on: March 14, 2013 at 4:18 pm By Chris Henrichsen

From a March 3 National Catholic Reporter profile of Cardinal Bergoglio, now Pope Francis I: Bergoglio has supported the social justice ethos of Latin American Catholicism, including a robust defense of the poor. “We live in the most unequal part of the world, which has grown the most yet reduced misery the least,” Bergoglio said during a gathering of Latin American bishops in 2007. “The unjust distribution of goods persists, creating a situation of social sin that cries out... Read more

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2013-03-13T12:25:04-07:00

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Waiting for the announcement! (Updated)

Last updated on: March 13, 2013 at 12:25 pm By Chris Henrichsen

I am surprised by how anxiously I am awaiting the announcement for a new Pope. Whoever it is, I wish them the best of luck and many blessings. Sounds like a difficult, if not horrible, job. A brief article about the announcement of Pope Francis I from the Religious News Service. Be sure to follow the Patheos Catholic Channel for updates and commentary about the announcement. Read more

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2013-03-13T09:35:20-07:00

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“Have you donated money or time to the Morman church?” #campaignchronicles

Last updated on: March 13, 2013 at 9:35 am By Chris Henrichsen

I will write a number of posts about anti-Mormon sentiment from the left and other Democrats that I experienced while on the campaign trail. (I will be writing about anti-Democrat sentiment from conservative Mormons as well). During my Congressional campaign I sent out fundraising emails on a regular basis. Here is a response I got to a message I sent out last June: Dear Chris — Thanks for including me on your emailing list. Before making decisions regarding your candidacy,... Read more

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2013-03-12T15:31:02-07:00

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Daughters of Esther: Living by Faith and Courage

Last updated on: March 12, 2013 at 3:31 pm By Chris Henrichsen

I am going to be wrapped up in dissertation stuff for the rest of the week. While I will have some posts related to that, I wanted to share this “Mormon Messages” video produced by the LDS Church: This video made me think of my wife Lyndee. Right now, she is student teaching in a third-grade class and she is applying to teaching positions for next year. I have been amazed, though not at all surprised, by the faith... Read more

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2013-03-11T18:43:41-07:00

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I will be on HuffPost Live Tuesday at Noon Eastern/10am Mountain. Tune in!

Last updated on: March 11, 2013 at 6:43 pm By Chris Henrichsen

I will be on the Huff Post Live’s News Block tomorrow (Tuesday) at Noon Eastern/10am Mountain. I will be commenting on a variety of issues. I will post those topics when I am informed of them shortly before the live chat. Check out my previous Huff Post Live appearance HERE. I am hoping to have a better showing this time! 🙂 You will be able to catch the show live at this link. Read more

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2013-03-11T11:30:57-07:00

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Gender Equality and Women’s Empowerment Are Key to Addressing Global Poverty

Last updated on: March 11, 2013 at 11:30 am By approachingjustice

This material was published by the Center for American Progress. By Rebecca Lefton | March 11, 2013 President Barack Obama pledged during his January 2013 State of the Union address that the United States would join with its allies to “eradicate” extreme poverty over the “next two decades” by connecting more people to the global economy and empowering women. Putting an end to extreme poverty requires providing opportunities for all individuals, especially women, to thrive through education, nutrition, and health. In order to achieve this... Read more

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