The Mentally Ill - Also Made in God's Image

Persons with mental illness often face serious prejudices and may be seen as "second class citizens". Pope John Paul II challenged this perception in "Mentally Ill are also Made in...

Nonviolence: The True Way to Peace

This 4-page resource celebrates the history of nonviolences movements throughout the world as a sign of hope in this violent time. Questions, CST quotes, and a prayer are included.  

The Poor are Still Dying from Preventable Diseases around the World

Around the world, millions of people are still dying of diseases for which vaccinations or treatments exist. This fact sheet and interactive quiz looks at the root causes. CST quotes, discussion...

Pope Benedict XVI Writes about Migrants and Refugees

For the World Day of Migrants and Refugees, Pope Benedict XVI has written a message on justice for migrants. This resource highlights his message and offers an activity on the most recent U.S....
Prayer Service

Prayer Service for Refugees

This prayer service for refugees is by the Jesuit Refugee Service, written based on a prayer by the World Council of Churches.
Prayer Service

Hope for a New Heaven and a New Earth: CRS Natural Disaster Prayer Service

One of EFJ's partners, Catholic Relief Services, has created a prayer service to mark the anniversary of the tsunami disaster. A PDF leader's guide is available at the link below.

Mary's Vision: Luke 1: 26-38

For the Advent/Christmas season, two one-page reflections (with reflection questions) in this EfJ posting are based on the Gospel of Luke. In a beautiful reflection on Mary, Fr. Joseph Donders posits...

Health Care is a Human Right - Especially for Children

The right to health care, especially for children, is a basic right that has been long supported by the Church. A fact sheet on Children and Health Care in the U.S. and an action agenda is posted...