As hurricane season begins in Florida June 1, it’s important to remember companion animals in your preparations.  The SPCA recommends having leashes, harnesses, and carriers on hand in case evacuation becomes necessary.  Other important items to keep in your emergency departure kit include your animals’ medication, food (can opener if needed), water, and bedding. Another … Continue reading Hurricane Season and Pets

Despite sheriff, ICARE’s social justice assembly draws a faithful crowd Following a weeklong back-and-forth in the press, Sheriff T.K. Waters did not meet with faith leaders at ICARE’s annual Nehemiah Assembly. But three other Jacksonville officials and the city’s public defender did. 47 members from BBUUC joined with over 730 from other Jacksonville churches at … Continue reading ICARE Justice Ministry Report: May 2024

Do you ever get the feeling that Florida lags behind other states in a lot of important categories?  Here’s one rating we can definitely celebrate.  In terms of strong legal protections for animals, the Animal Legal Defense Fund ranks Florida seventh in the nation. ALDF notes a number of Florida statutes that it considered in … Continue reading Animal Chaplain May 2024