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"...Finally, I believe that our compassion as a Diocese should not be limited to the four counties of the Middlesex, Somerset, Hunterdon and Warren. Our Lord, whose compassion knew no national or ethnic boundaries, cautioned against a parochial vision of charity: "If you love only those who love you, what reward can you expect? Even tax collectors do as much" (Mt 5:46). I am pleased to announce |
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| today the participation of the Diocese in a program sponsored by the Catholic Relief Services and called the "Global Solidarity Partnership." Through this program the Diocese of Metuchen will be establishing a formal partnership with the Diocese of Sta. Rosa in Guatemala. The partnership will include mainly enriching opportunities for education and faith-sharing, as well as provide our Diocese with the opportunity of alleviating some of the suffering of our brothers and sisters in that impoverished part of the world." |  |
Bishop Bootkoski's State of the Diocese Address announcing the Guatemala partnership, June 14, 2003 |