Challenging Our Culture of Waste

In his recent World Environment Day address, Pope Francis blamed our culture of waste for our failure to care for creation. His challenge echoes the spirit of St. Francis of Assisi. Posted...
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Prayer Service

Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking

June 26 is the International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking. The effort is an ongoing commitment to strengthen cooperation and action against drug trafficking and abuse around...
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Guatemalan Genocide Trials

Uncover insightful resources on the Guatemalan genocide trials, a pivotal chapter in the history of human rights advocacy. These materials provide a deep dive into the quest for justice...
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World Youth Day

World Youth Day 2013 will be held in July in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Young people from around the world will gather with Pope Francis in solidarity and uphold human dignity through experiences...
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Living "The Challenge of Peace" every day

The 30th anniversary of the U.S. bishops’ peace pastoral comes at a time of tensions around our world. What wisdom does it bear for today’s situations?
Prayer Service

Guantánamo: Forgiveness, Justice, and Mercy

The situation at the detention center at Guantánamo Bay is dire. More than 100 prisoners continue to be detained without charge, trial, or prospect of release. Prayer and action are needed.  

The Company You Keep

This recent suspense film follows former anti-war activists who have been in hiding for a murder committed decades earlier. An update tells where Weather Underground members are now. Posted May 21,...
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A Glimpse of the Syrian Crisis

Prospects of peace remain dim in Syria. An estimated 70,000 people have lost their lives and more are being killed every day. Human rights violations abound. This thorough backgrounder provides...
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Peacemaking in the Holy Land

Pope Francis is expected to press for a solution to the Mideast conflict. Peace efforts are stalled, yet they are needed more than ever to end decades of violence in the Holy Land. Posted May 21,...
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Bangladesh: The Clothes We Wear

More than 1,000 garment workers died in the April collapse of a factory complex in Bangladesh. The tragedy sheds new light on the injustices faced by the people who make our...
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Active Hope: Responding to Global Crises

It is easy to lose hope amid crises regarding our environment, energy and economy. Active Hope makes us participants in bringing about what we hope for. Discover dozens of ways to make a difference...
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