Prayer Service

Prayer Service for a Resolution to Conflicts around the World

This five-page service for the resolution to conflicts around the world commences under the guidance of a child with the invitation to see the destruction of war and violence through his eyes. It...

A Closer Look at the Congo

This resource was created to bring to light the current situation in the Democratic Republic of Congo. Located in the heart of Africa, the Congo is unique in its beauty and history, but also in its...

The Fog of War

This resource is a three-page discussion guide to the documentary Fog of War. The film examines eleven lessons learned by former Secretary of Defense Robert McNamara about the need for a moral...
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United in One Voice: No to Violence, No to Hate

This five-page prayer service features the voices of interfaith religious leaders calling for calm amid protests which have flared in Libya, Yemen, Afghanistan, Tunisia, Iraq, Iran, and other...

Scripture and Catholic Social Teaching: The Prophets on Poverty

Biblical scholars have noted that one of the most prominent themes in the Old Testament is a concern with the suffering of the poor. This two-page resource provides background on poverty in the...

Domestic Poverty and the 2012 Elections

Amidst the heated rhetoric of the 2012 election season, people living in poverty seem all but forgotten. This bulletin insert includes updated statistics on domestic poverty, reflections from...

Option for the Poor: A Place at the Table

A Place at the Table: A Catholic Recommitment to Overcome Poverty and to Respect the Dignity of All God’s Children was issued by the USCCB in 2002. Ten years later, after a world-wide economic...
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Prayer Service: United Nations Day for the Eradication of Poverty

This three-page resource is a formatted, ready-to-use prayer service commemorating the UN International Day for the Eradication of Poverty.  Included is a handout of images of children, women, and...

Growing Economic Inequality Matters! Why People of Faith Should Be Concerned

Fred Kammer, SJ considers growing economic inequality in this article from the Jesuit Social Research Institute.

Voting and Discipleship

As Election Day 2012 approaches on November 6, this reflection considers some of the resources available to help Catholics form their consciences prior to entering the voting booth.

Saint Francis of Assisi

The feast day of Saint Francis is celebrated on October 4th. This resource explores the linkages between climate change and poverty.

National Hispanic Heritage Month

National Hispanic Heritage Month is celebrated September 15 through October 15. This three page resource includes reflections from Catholic Social Teaching, questions for discussion, and an activity...