Stand with us, Mary and Mary

Posted on April 15, 2014.

Bonhoeffer

“Bonhoeffer: Pastor, Pacifist, Nazi Resister” is a documentary that explores the complex story of Pastor Dietrich Bonhoeffer. Our discussion questions invite viewers to apply lessons from his...
Prayer Service

Walking the Journey with Dietrich Bonhoeffer

Dietrich Bonhoeffer met martyrdom April 9, 1945, in a German concentration camp. He was one of the few church leaders who courageously opposed Adolf Hitler. Our prayer service unpacks the Beatitudes...

Lent 2014: The Joy of the Gospel

Lent may not seem like a joyous time, but "now is a very acceptable time," as Paul reminds us on Ash Wednesday, to be reconciled to God. Pope Francis invites us to this joyous encounter, to stop...

Be With Ukraine

The dramatic upheaval in Ukraine has many unsure how to pray or what to pray for. We simply pray that God be with Ukraine.  

Immigration Reform: "On 'Strangers No Longer'"

The recent book "On 'Strangers No Longer'" explores many facets of the historic 2003 pastoral letter on immigration from the bishops of Mexico and the United States. This guide provides 110 questions...
Reflection

Sister Dorothy Stang, SNDdeN: A Life for the People and All Creation

Sister Dorothy Stang’s words weave with her legacy of courageous advocacy on behalf of indigenous people, workers, and the vast beauty of the rainforest. This reflection calls us to look at her...

Interfaith Dialogue: Hope grows for lasting bonds

Learn more about how Pope Francis' efforts for interfaith dialogue continue the legacy of Nostra Aetate, and pray our interfaith prayer for peace. Posted on February 14, 2014

To Be Your Agents: A Prayer for Those Who Work for Justice

For World Day of Social Justice (February 20), we pray "Help us to be engaged and fully focused so we may envision and develop effective strategies to further justice…"

“No one left to speak” – The Life of Martin Niemöller

Martin Niemöller, whose birth we celebrate Jan. 14, is best known for his haunting “First they came…” reflection on complicity in the Holocaust. His story of conversion reminds us that as we...

The Courageous Heart of Irena Sendler

The Courageous Heart of Irena Sendler tells the story of a woman who saved 2,500 children from likely death during the Holocaust. This discussion guide draws out key themes of Catholic social...

Shining a Light: Threats to Human Rights of Women

The reality of violence against women is overwhelming, but as we celebrate Human Rights Day, there are signs of new hope.