Reflection

Catholic Social Thought and Hunger

In this reflection, Fr. Fred Kammer makes the connection between our faith and the growing issue of hunger and food insecurity around the world. He urges the Church to change the structures in...
Reflection

Thích Nhat Hanh: An Apostle of Peace and Nonviolence, October 11

Thích Nhat Hanh is a Zen Buddhist monk, global spiritual leader, poet, author, and peace activist. This reflection takes his quotes and urges readers to see how they too can become apostles of peace...
Prayer Service

World Food Day, October 16

This short prayer service features quotes of five modern popes who have all urged people of faith to advocate for the right to food so everyone can enjoy daily bread and find a place at the...
Litany

Black Poetry Day, October 17

This short litany includes a small sample of black poets, known and often unknown, who have used their words to shed light on the institutional sins of racism and inequality. Commemorate Black...
Reflection

Exploring the Legacies of Sts. John Paul II and John XXIII

Explore the messages of Saint John Paul II and Saint John XXIII in this resource that outlines the encyclicals authored by these two popes who were so dedicated to Catholic social thought and...
Film Discussion Guide

Alive Inside

In celebration of the International Day of Older Persons, this film discussion guide explores the power of music in overcoming memory loss. Alive Inside is a touching, powerful film that brings forth...
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Film Discussion Guide

The Way

This resource is a discussion guide for The Way, starring Martin Sheen. The film follows the journey of a father who walks the Camino de Santiago, a traditional pilgrimage route, in memory of his...
Fact Sheet & Handout

Ken Saro-Wiwa: Writer, Activist & Martyr, October 10

This resource provides a brief overview of the life of Ken Saro-Wiwa, a Nigerian writer, environmental activist and martyr. He was known for standing up against the Shell oil company to preserve his...
Bulletin Insert

World Mission Day, October 15

World Mission Day is celebrated every year to celebrate missionaries in the Catholic Church and support them through prayer, action, and giving. This bulletin insert provides an overview of what...
Bulletin Insert

Have a Fair Trade Halloween, October 31

This bulletin insert can be used to educate parishioners and students about ways to celebrate Halloween that supports fair trade, an integral aspect of Catholic social thought.  
Prayer

Prayer for Girls and Young Women

In celebration of the United Nations International Day of the Girl Child on October 11, this prayer remembers all of the young girls and women in our world who are not given the same opportunities as...
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Prayer

Prayer for the End of Hunger

Calling to mind the multiplication of the loaves and fishes and the communion meal that Christ offers all who walk in his footsteps, this prayer commemorates World Food Day on October 16.