Catholic Diocese of Spokane, Washington

From the

Official News Magazine of the Diocese of Spokane

(From the Feb. 23, 2006 edition of the Inland Register)

Pax Christi USA “strives to create a world that reflects the Peace of Christ by exploring, articulating, and witnessing to the call of Christian nonviolence,” according to a statement on the organi-zation’s web site.

The Spokane chapter of Pax Christi USA will hold a special event, from 7-8:30 p.m., Tuesday, March 14, in the Catholic Pastoral Center, 1023 W. Riverside Ave., Spokane. This event is open “to all peace-minded people,” according to Holy Names Sister Anne Bosserman, secretary for the local chapter.

The event will include a guest speaker, yet to be confirmed. Local veteran Catholic peace activist Al Mangan, a member of St. Joseph Parish, Spokane, will receive Pax Christi Spokane’s Person of Peace-Making award.

Information will also be shared by various members concerning discussions regarding a possible Peace Studies Program at Gonzaga University; the connection between Pax Christi Spokane, the Diocese of Spokane, and the U.S. Institute of Peace; the World Peace Forum; and peace activities within Spokane’s ecumenical community.