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.  

Eleanor Roosevelt: A Champion of Human Rights and Dignity

Eleanor Roosevelt played a key role in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. As we celebrate its 65th anniversary, explore her legacy in promoting the values of human dignity and solidarity that...

Human Rights Day and the UDHR

Human Rights Day is Dec. 10. This presentation explores the depth and breadth of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights as we celebrate its 65th anniversary. Links to videos and music deepen the...
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Film Discussion Guide

Entertaining Angels: The Dorothy Day Story

Examining the life of Dorothy Day provides opportunities to explore our own journey to justice. Discussion questions unpack the meaning of her amazing life.  

Mother of the Living Gospel

Pope Francis concludes “Evangelii Gaudium” (The Joy of the Gospel) with a prayer for the intercession of Mary as the church evangelizes. He writes of her presence at the stable in Bethlehem and...

Who Hurt Like We Hurt: Prayer in the Aftermath of Typhoon Haiyan

Typhoon Haiyan swept through the Philippines, killing more than 10,000 people and injuring countless more. Pray for and support those left to pick up the pieces.
Prayer Service

So All May Have A Place at the Table

As Thanksgiving approaches, we load our tables and pull up extra chairs. But many Americans can't come to the feast. They lack food security. Our prayer service reminds us of the scriptural call to...

To Labor and To Love: A prayer on the Feast of Saint Frances Cabrini

St. Frances Cabrini is the patron of immigrants. Her feast day is November 13th. This prayer celebrates her labors of love as the first U.S. citizen to be canonized.  
Lesson Plan

...And Health Care for All

The Affordable Care Act expands access to quality health care. Yet obstacles remain to getting people enrolled, and the need for universal health care persists for immigrants here and people around...
Prayer Service

A Call to Disarm

Disarmament Week is held October 24-30. This prayer weaves the challenge of scripture and the call of the church to turn our focus from the weapons of war to the ways of peace.