Getting Connected to CT of Erie

 Recently we supported the Youth Literacy Project (YLP)  UPMC D&I Council’s book drive, formed with a single goal in mind: get diverse and representative books into the hands of local kids in underserved communities.  “Overall, [their] intent is to get the books in the hands of young people and encourage them to read them, particularly those who are not financially able or inclined to procure books on their own.” The approach to confronting illiteracy in Northwestern PA and Northwestern New York includes collaborating with private and public entities whose primary focus is not literacy. “Illiteracy is a community problem and should be addressed at the community level.” These unique partnerships help local entities better understand the issues surrounding illiteracy and the needs of their communities! 

Childhood and adult illiteracy are at critical levels and while there have been tangible results in confronting the problem; the prospect of eradicating it is a long way off. The question is, should the church stand by and allow this to become an even greater problem? At Christ Temple, we think not. That is why we are initiators of the Youth Literacy Project, an independent non-profit organization that assist youth in combating illiteracy.    

Statistics prove that a literate youth has a better opportunity to become a contributing citizen in society. We happen to believe that assisting young people learn how to read, providing them books for reading is the will of God. To validate our point, do you remember the words of our Lord?  Suffer little children that come unto me and forbid them not…   Go to www.youthliteracyproject.org and find out what more you can do to help!