Under the Same Moon

Under the Same Moon provides a perspective on immigration that no one is likely to get from reading the newspapers or watching the evening news: immigrants have faces, names, and families; they are...

International Day for the Preservation of the Ozone Layer

In his "World Day of Peace Message 2010," Pope Benedict asserted, "... it is imperative that humankind renew and strengthen “that covenant between human beings and the environment, which should...

A Theology of Power: Part Two

Power Part Two: Biblical Stories: God Present with PowerPart Two: looks at the biblical definitions of power and traces the Greek and Hebrew words associated with power.  This section explores...

A Theology of Power: Part One

This series offers a theology that moves beyond a dualism of good versus evil.  In a broken world, it is the Incarnation of God in the person of Jesus that is "a rescue and redemption operation,...

Reflection & Prayer for Mine Workers

Thirty-Three mine workers in Chile are currently trapped alive 2,200 feet underground. It could be more than a month before they are rescued. Recent tragedies in the U.S. and elsewhere have...

A Vision of Labor, Solidarity & Social Justice

This two-page resource provides a look at the intersection of labor, solidarity and social justice through the life and work of Walter Reuther.  This Labor Day piece looks at Catholic social...
Litany

Litany for Labor Day

This two-page resource includes a litany for workers of all kinds, praying for 'the work of our hands', along with updates on current legislation pertaining to worker's rights. An advocacy activity...

Labor Day: A Time To Reflect On And Work For Economic Justice For All

Labor Day is a fitting occasion to look again at the Church's teaching on the economy. This two-page article provides a lens for assessing the current economic realities of our country and wider...

Middle East & Church Basics

A Long History, A Hopeful Future: This three-page resource lays out the broad strokes of the Church's work in the Middle East over time to bring about peace and a just resolution to the...

The Pastoral Circle - Explained

This resource is an interactive presentation explaining how to use this tool in daily life.  It's a tool that directs faith to relevant political, social, and economic events.  The pastoral...

The Gulf of Mexico Oil Spill: A Catholic Social Teaching Perspective

The massive devastation in the Gulf of Mexico as a result of the BP Oil rig explosion will continue to affect people and the ecosystems for years to come.  New questions are now being raised and...
Prayer Service

Refugees Seeking a Home-Prayer Service

World Refugee Day is June 20.  The United Nation's theme for the 2010 World Refugee Day is "They took my home, but they can't take my future."  This print-ready prayer service includes prayers and...