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CATHOLIC RELIEF SERVICES (CRS) Catholic Relief Services was founded by the U.S. Catholic Bishops in 1943. Its mission is to assist the poor and disadvantaged, leveraging the teachings of the Gospel of Jesus Christ to alleviate human suffering, promote development of all people, and to foster charityand justice throughout the world. Working through local offices and an extensive network of partners, CRS operates on five continents and in 99 countries. it aids the poor by first providing direct assistance where needed, then encouraging these people to help with their own development. Together, this fosters secure, productive, just communities that enable people to realize their potential. As the official international relief and development agency of the U.S .Catholic community, CRS also is committed to educating the people of the United States to fulfill their moral responsibilities toward our global brothers and sisters by helping the poor, working to remove the causes of poverty, and promoting social justice. For more information on local programs, including Operation Rice Bowl, Food Fast, and Work of Human Hands, contact Terri Grierson at (989) 797-6650 or tgrierson@dioceseofsaginaw.org or visit www.crs.org. | ||||||
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