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Catholic News Herald

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BELMONT — Could you spot a human trafficking victim if you saw one?

Learn more about the crime of human trafficking at a free seminar on June 25 hosted by Catholic Charities Diocese of Charlotte and the Sisters of Mercy in collaboration with Project Light Rowan.

The free event will be in Curtin Hall on the Sisters of Mercy campus (101 Mercy Dr.) starting at 7 p.m., preceded by light dinner fare and desserts at 6:30 p.m. Register to attend by emailing This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. by June 23.

Due to the sensitive subject matter, it is recommended that attendees be at least 16 years old, and parental discretion is advised.

Get more information online at www.ccdoc.org/education.

— Joe Purello

052325 Raleigh March for Life1RALEIGH — Pilgrims from the Diocese of Charlotte traveled to Raleigh May 17 for the North Carolina March for Life. They began the day with Mass at Holy Name of Jesus Cathedral, then attended a rally where Father Peter Ascik, director of the diocese’s Family Life Office, was interviewed by Divine Mercy Radio. The day culminated with the group witnessing for life in the streets of Raleigh.

— Photos provided by Brendan Dudley

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