poverty+PC215

= Floridian Poverty =

=criteria are used to judge entries =


 * 1) Reflect artistic skill and creativity.
 * 2) Exhibit an understanding of the root causes of poverty in the U.S., not just the symptoms. It should be clear that the artist understands that in addition to charitable works,work for social justice is needed to address the causes of problems faced by people living in poverty.
 * 3) Portray people living in poverty as empowered persons capable of leading efforts for change in community as opposed to portrayal as victims.
 * 4) Illustrate that action to confront poverty in the U.S. is a response to our faith and the values of Catholic social teaching.
 * 5) Exhibit learning about CCHD's work and mission.

= **Step 1** = ** Reflect on and answer the following questions in an essay: **


 * What is the poverty rate in your state? In your county? Does this surprise you? **

"Spotlight on Poverty and Opportunity." //Spotlight on Poverty and Opportunity //. N.p., n.d. Web. 25 Sept. 2014. .
 * this is a valid source because it is an organization
 * it is also a credible website because it has been recently updated
 * it gets its information from books and other credible sites

the poverty rate in florida Child poverty rate is 25% Senior poverty rate is 14% the Women in poverty rating is 16-17%. 15% poverty rating in the United States there is also a 21% rating for children poverty.


 * What are the ways that you show love and walk humbly in your life with God? **

some ways that I show love and walk humbly in my life with God by following God's law and what the Bible tells us to do. I also go to Church and read to truly UNDERSTAND the Gospel's meanings.


 * How does CCHD show their work for justice? Why does CCHD believe it is important for local groups or communities to be involved in the issues affecting the daily lives of people living in poverty? **

The Catholic Campaign for Human Development is the domestic anti-poverty program of the U.S. Catholic Bishops, working to carry out the mission of Jesus Christ "... to bring good news to the poor ... release to captives ... sight to the blind, and let the oppressed go free." //(Luke 4:18)// The belief that those who are directly affected by unjust systems and structures have the best insight into knowing how to change them is central to CCHD. CCHD works to break the cycle of poverty by helping low-income people participate in decisions that affect their lives, families and communities. CCHD offers a hand up, not a hand out.


 * What is a good example of a charitable organization in your country or state? What do they do? How are they providing charity in your community? **

Metropolitan Ministries, they provide food, shelter, and clothing for those who need. Thery provide charity by helping the poor get back on their feet.


 * What is a good example of a social justice organization in your county or state? What do they do to provide social justice to the people they server? **

http://www.povertyusa.org/the-state-of-poverty/poverty-map-state/#

Graphic Organizer

Paragraph 1: Introduction


 * ** Thesis statement: **


 * Research on poverty: ** ||

Paragraph 2: First Body Paragraph (Point 1)


 * ** Information about the CCHD (Catholic Campaign for Human Development) ** ||

Paragraph 3: Second Body Paragraph (Point 2)


 * ** Information about a charitable organization ** ||

Paragraph 4: Third Body Paragraph (Point 3)


 * ** Information about a social justice organization ** ||

Paragraph 5: Conclusion


 * ** What are the ways that you show love and walk humbly with God? (What can you do to help?) ** ||

Information to research regarding the CCHD and your other organizations:

- What is the name of the organization? - Where is this organization? - What group/person runs the organization? - What is the organization’s mission or purpose? - Who does this organization help? - What services does the organization offer? - How many people does the organization service in a week/month/year? - What is the organization’s success rate? - How is the organization funded?