Voces de Casa Maria

Pope Speaks Out on Money and Power

3 min readWe at Casa Maria are huge fans of the new Holy Father because he lays out the truth, even about the economy! And he dares to acknowledge that our Creator God calls all women and men to liberate themselves from slavery, even economic slavery! May our work here at Casa Maria be based in and inspired by “The Pope Speaks Out on Money and Power.” “Our human family is presently experiencing something of a turning point in its own history, if we consider the advances made in various areas. We can only praise the positive achievements which contribute to the

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Welcome to Voces de Casa Maria

< 1 min readEditors note: Welcome to Casa Maria’s Blog/ Voces de Casa Maria! We are truly blessed to have the dynamic journalism major from the University of Arizona, Kassandra Manriquez help us with all the technical work to make this blog a reality. -Brian Flagg Hello! My name is Kassandra Manriquez, a second year journalism student at the University of Arizona. I see journalism as a craft that puts my passion to work. My heart is in justice and in people. I believe in people. I am a Catholic who spent most of my childhood in the City of South Tucson with

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TUSD Parents and TEA: Educational Session September 12

< 1 min readThe last session of a three-part education series will be held this Thursday with guest speaker, Augustine Romero. Augustine Romero is the Director of Mulitcultural Curriculum for TUSD. Join us: When: Thursday, September 12, 6 p.m. Where: John Valenzuela Youth Center, 1550 S. 6th Ave. Child care is available and refreshments will be served.

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Tucson Bus Rides Union: City Hall Meeting September 10

< 1 min readMayor and city council will decide if they will increase the economy Sun-Van fare by 300% within a year. The BRU position is: “Do Not Raise the Fares” Join Us: When: Tuesday, September 10, 5:15 p.m. Where: City Hall, 255 West Alameda

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Tucson Bus Riders Union: Film Screening August 30

< 1 min readThe Tucson Bus Riders Union presents: Bus Riders Union A documentary that follows the Los Angeles Bus Riders Union for 3 key years of struggle, documenting the fight against transit racism and their struggle in the streets and on the buses in Los Angeles. Join us for a film screening: When: Friday, August 30, 7pm Where: Casa Maria, 352 E. 25th Street Food and drinks will be provided! Hope to see you there! For more information on the Tucson Bus Riders Union, visit our tucsonbusridersunion.org, email tucsonbusridersunion@gmail.com, or call (520) 624-0312.

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Drivers Wanted

< 1 min readWe need drivers to pick up our daily donations. There is a 6:20 am shift, and a 8:20 shift. The volunteer driver will drive our van with Chad. To volunteer please contact  or send a text message to Barbie Urias at (520) 878-8326.

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Casa Maria needs volunteers!

< 1 min readCasa Maria is looking for people who are willing to be soup cooks and drivers to do food pick ups. If you are interested, please call Barbi at 520-878-8326.

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Cafecito with TUSD’s New Superintendent

< 1 min readJoin us in introducing our schools and neighborhoods to the new superintendent, H.T. Sanchez. Our goal is to increase parent involvement and shine a light on our south side schools. This is a great opportunity to brag about your child’s school, share stories and ask questions. Please bring ALL of your family. Childcare will be provided. Transportation will be provided by Casa Maria. Please call (520) 624-0312 or Cesar Aguirre (520) 878-3044 When: Wednesday July 17, 2013 Time:  6pm-8pm Where: John Valenzuela Youth Center 1550 S 6th Ave. Tucson, AZ 85713 (520) 792-9251 Click here for the facebook event page!

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