person of good character presentation : mary jo leddy by: nadia wahib teacher: mrs.arouda damarka...
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- PERSON OF GOOD CHARACTER PRESENTATION : MARY JO LEDDY By: Nadia Wahib Teacher: Mrs.Arouda Damarka Subject: Grade 10 Religion (ESL)
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- THE ISSUE Main issue: helping refugees from various countries come to Canada providing a suitable shelter to stay in
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- THE ISSUE (CONTINUED) This problem leads to: Unsafe living conditions suffering
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- THE ISSUE (CONTINUED) Why its important: Extends a helping hand Helps integrate refugees into a new society
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- THE PERSON Mary Jo Leddy is a Canadian writer, speaker, social activist, and refugee advocate Received a Ph.D in philosophy
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- THE PERSON (CONTINUED) Books she wrote: Memories of War, Promise of Peace The Other Face of God: When the Stranger Calls Us Home (2011)
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- THE PERSON (CONTINUED) Cared about human rights and peace Tried to be true to her word and follow her heart Passion for giving refugees a new sense of hope for life
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- THE PERSON (CONTINUED) Founded Romero House Helped many refugees find a new home and join new communities
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- THE VIRTUES Diligence: Shows commitment, attention, and effort Worked for Romero House for over 20 years
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- THE VIRTUES (CONTINUED) Generosity: Shares and give others Gives the refugees a suitable shelter to live in
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- THE VIRTUES (CONTINUED) Caring Concerned about relieving the pain and suffering of the refugees
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- VIDEO http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=08BWuqyoeQY