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Last week, after a few days in Florida celebrating various Masses with the Brazilian community, I traveled to Louisville, KY, to participate in the June Plenary Assembly of the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB). It was a busy few days; today\u2019s blog will offer a quick recap of the meetings I attended and some of the important decisions made by the bishops during the Assembly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Subcommittee on the Church in Latin America<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

My first order of business, when I arrived on Sunday night, involved my work on the Church in Latin America subcommittee, primarily our work in approving the distribution of 2.5 million dollars in funding to nearly 200 pastoral projects throughout Latin America. These funds come from the Annual Collection for Latin America<\/a>, which benefits and provides support for churches and pastoral projects in Latin America and the Caribbean.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The subcommittee gave special attention to several areas, including Haiti, Nicaragua, and Brazil, with the remainder of the funds approved for the usual projects. We hope to assist in the horrible, desperate situation occurring in Haiti, where many have no security. In Nicaragua, the government is persecuting the Church, often confiscating any aid coming from outside the country. Lastly, in May, Brazil experienced unprecedented flooding; entire cities and towns were destroyed, and many of the residents are still suffering. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Spiritual Recharging<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Spring 2024 Plenary Assembly opens with a private morning of reflection, prayer, confession, and Mass for the Bishops; it is an important opportunity for spiritual preparation, as well as discussion and fellowship. This opening session also provides the bishops the opportunity to attend the Sacrament of Reconciliation. God\u2019s mercy is a tremendous gift, one all Catholics need to avail themselves of as they strive to grow in faith\u2014even bishops.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Important Documents Approved<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Keeping Christ\u2019s Sacred P<\/strong><\/em><\/a>romise: A Pastoral Framework for Indigenous Ministry<\/strong><\/a> <\/em>was developed by the Committee on Cultural Diversity in the Church\/Subcommittee on Native American Affairs of the USCCB.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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In serving Native communities in their respective dioceses, bishops often come to realize
the importance of listening to the Elders and other Catholic Native leaders and recognizing the
wisdom of the Holy Spirit speaking through them. These leaders, through example, have taught
bishops and priests, and other ministers serving among them, the importance of both listening
and patience. In keeping with this synodal spirit, on March 26 and 27, 2019, a listening session
for bishops and Native leaders was held in Phoenix, Arizona. From this session was born a
renewed commitment to listen more deeply, to reflect, and to put into motion the actions and
recommendations emerging from these dialogues.<\/p>\n“Keeping Christ\u2019s Sacred Promise” Preface<\/em><\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

The full text of Keeping Christ\u2019s Sacred Promise: A Pastoral Framework for Indigenous Ministry is currently posted here, and the formatted version will be posted to the USCCB\u2019s website on the page of the Subcommittee on Native American Affairs shortly: https:\/\/www.usccb.org\/committees\/native-american-affairs<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Additionally, Listen, Teach, Send: A National Pastoral Framework for Ministries with Youth and with Young Adults<\/strong><\/a><\/em> was also approved. The framework is outlined below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n