Program can change lives.(NATION)

From: National Catholic Reporter | Date: November 16, 2007 | Copyright information

JustFaith is an intensive adult formation program in Catholic social teaching. Centered on parish-based small groups, JustFaith leads participants through a 30-week study, using books, lectures, videos and prayer.

The program includes two weekend retreats and participants must agree to about four hours of study a week.

The organization's mission statement says, "The aim of JustFaith Ministries is to enable people of faith to develop a passion for justice and ...

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