Solidarity among the Nation

The article about the young Afghani woman who was murdered appalled me. There is no reason someone should be killed at all, nonetheless for refusing to objectify herself. Prostitution is illegal, and human trafficking is a serious issue that should be addressed more in Middle Eastern countries. Just like the world stands together during times of war, disease, or famine, we should practice solidarity against the men who murdered Mah Gul and stop the prositution throughout the globe. Mentioned in the article was the 15-year old girl who was shot in Pakistan for raising her voice. As American evolves and comes to terms with gender roles for women, the Middle East should advance and offer equality and solidarity among women.

Year of Faith

I think the Bishop’s suggestions for living the year of faith are very reasonable and can easily be done for any Catholic or Christian. Of all that he suggested, I think that participating in mass and helping those in need are what I will focus on this year. The Vatican urges Catholics to donate and help the marginalized, and I can easily do that this year as well as attending mass and singing the hymns and praying. Five resolutions I will make for the year are:

1.     Try to visit La Salle Academy at least once a month. I hope I can help tutor the kids and give them a hand in their school work.

2.     I want to raise money to build a senior citizens center in El Salvador with my friends from St. Basils as well as Marley and Fiona. We are planning 5Ks as well as asking big businesses for donations.

3.     I want to spend more time with my family and try to make a habit of going to church on Sundays. It isn’t always easy with my brothers’ and my schedules, but it will be easier if we all go together and plan a family brunch afterwards.

4.     I want to take more time to appreciate my life, my friends, my family, and my opportunities. Along with that, I would like to dedicate more time to God and reflection in my week.

5.     Finally, I want to just live a better life in which I think of others before myself and try to do something positive every day. Sometimes, it is easy to forget the needs of others besides yourself, but I will make it a habit to do at least one good thing for someone else every day.