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Local Resources in ...
New Mexico
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| Volunteer programs
headquartered in New Mexico |
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• One way to get connected
with current and/or former volunteers in the area is to plan intercommunity
volunteer gatherings such as prayer groups, game nights,
meals/picnics, etc.
The following programs are headquartered in New Mexico: St. Francis
of Assisi School (Gallup) and Side by Side Lay Volunteer Program
(Albuquerque).
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| Parishes that current and
former volunteers have recommended |
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| Retreat opportunities/spirituality centers |
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Monastery of Christ in
the Desert, Abiquiu, is run by the Benedictines.
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Pecos Benedictine Monastery in Pecos, NM is
also run by the Benedictines. For more information call 505-757-6415.
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The Dominican Sisters run the Spiritual Renewal
Center, Inc. in Albuquerque Call 505-877-4211.
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Canossian Spirituality Center, 5625 Isleta
Blvd. SW Albuquerque, NM 87105. Call 505-452-9402. Contact: Sr. Sharon
Brannen, F.D.C.C., M.A. fdccspirituality@aol.com
A ministry of the Daughters of Charity of St. Magdalene of Canossa, the
Canossian Spirituality Center seeks to provide spiritual support and
companionship to Catholic women and men who want to experience the peace
of Christ. A variety of retreats and programs for young adults, women,
married couples, seniors, parish employees, catechists, clergy,
religious and religious communities available.
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| Social Justice
organizations and events |
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• New Mexico Right to Life,
505-881-4563, http://www.rtlnm.org/
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Office of Social Justice of the Archdiocese of
Santa Fe. Contact Joan Leahigh, Director Phone 831-8167, Email: justice@archdiocesesantafe.org.
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Office of Catholic Social Ministry is
located in the Diocese of Las Cruces. The mission for OCSM is to promote
the Catholic Social Teachings throughout the diocese. In a praxis of
education, organizational development, immigration services and grass
roots participation, the aim is to support parish and community groups
in responding to local issues, in particular local issues which promote
the dignity of the human person and the common good of the community.
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| Volunteer opportunities |
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New Mexico State Agency on Aging, 228 E.
Palace Avenue, Santa Fe, 505-827-7640
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New Mexico Coalition for Literacy, P.O. Box 6085, Santa
Fe, 800-233-7587.
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| Music, film, and other cultural events |
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Albuquerque Museum of Art and History located
at 2000 Mountain Rd NW,
Albuquerque, NM 87104-1459 (505) 243-7255
This Old Town museum contains an impressive, evocative visual history of
New Mexico.
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Indian Pueblo Cultural Center, 2401 12th St
NW Albuquerque, NM 87104-2302 has artifacts,
artwork and dance. Explore the beauty and determination of America's
oldest native cultures
• Simply put, Sonny's is an
institution. It caters to a multigenerational cast of colorful
characters who run the gamut from classic rockers to art punks. It is
located at 4214 Central Ave SE,
Albuquerque, NM 87108-1163 (505) 255-5932. Breakfast, lunch
and dinner. More than 50 kinds of beer and live music. What more could
you want from this bar?
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| Diocesan resources |
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• Diocese
of Gallup
• Diocese
of Las Cruces
• Archdiocese
of Santa Fe
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| Other valuable resources |
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Prison and Jail Ministry,
Pastoral
Center
1280 Med Park Drive, Las Cruces, NM 88005, 505-523-7577 email: rpetrillo@dioceseoflascruces.org
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