Domestic Violence Resource Ministry at 5125 S. Apopka-Vineland Rd., Orlando, FL 32819 US - Links"
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Catholic Charities of Orlando, Inc.
Operated by the Catholic Diocese of Orlando, Catholic Charities is the largest private, multi-function social agency in Central Florida. It serves the needs of all those who suffer. Diocese of Orlando The Diocese of Orlando was established on June 18, 1968. As a thriving and growing community of Catholic faithful, the Diocese of Orlando looks forward to an increasingly important role in the work of the universal church here in Central Florida. The talent and hard work of its clergy, staff, volunteers, and parishioners will continue to have a positive and lasting impact on the region. FaithTrust Institute Formerly the Center for Prevention of Sexual and Domestic Violence, The FaithTrust Institute addresses issues related to sexual and domestic violence and child abuse from an interreligious standpoint, with emphasis on education and prevention. The center provides religious leaders and victim service professionals with information, training, and resource materials to help them address religious questions and issues that may arise in their work with women and children in crisis. Family Violence Prevention Fund The Family Violence Prevention Fund works to end domestic violence and help women and children whose lives are affected by abuse. The Web site offers free online catalogs, articles and information on abuse and violence, press releases and story archives, information on public policy efforts, and other resource materials. Florida Coalition Against Domestic Violence FCADV, works towards ending violence through public awareness, policy development, and support for Florida's domestic violence centers. Serving Florida's 41 domestic violence centers, FCADV runs Florida's toll-free domestic violence hotline, maintains a resource library, and develops posters, brochures, safety plans, and other resources. Harbor House of Central Florida Harbor House, Orange County Center Against Domestic Violence provides temporary safe shelter. A 24-hour crisis hotline. Children, teens, and adult counseling; a Teen Ending Abusive Relationships (TEAR) program in middle and high schools; and advocacy on court and legal issues, including assistance in filing Injunctions for Protection. Education & training programs about domestic violence are available to the public. Holy Family Respect Life A ministry of prayer education and formation for the defense of human life from the moment of conception to natural death and for the preservation of the dignity of every human person gifted by God with life and make in God's image. Mustard Seed of Central Florida Mustard Seed of Central Florida provides household goods, furniture, refrigerators, stoves, clothing, toys and books to those who have suffered from natural or personal disaster and who demonstrate the desire to rebuild their lives and become self-sufficient. Respect Life Office of Orlando The Respect Life Office of Orlando functions as the advocacy arm of the Diocese of Orlando, serving the community through education, legislative advocacy, pastoral care, and prayer. USCCB Family, Laity, Women and Youth This page contains domestic violence resources for resources for priests, deacons, and pastoral staffs, including: Suggestions for preaching about family violence; Sample homilies on domestic violence; Addressing domestic violence in the sacrament of reconciliation; Batterers and the sacrament of reconciliation; What do you say? |
