Second Week of Advent: Reflections on Justice and Peace

The second piece in our Advent series explores a different aspect of Biblical justice --  the justice that occurs when those who are displaced/exiled are restored to their rightful place, i.e.,...
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Inter-Religious Dialogue: Diwali

Diwali is a traditional Hindu celebration known as the “festival of light.” This one-page resource explores the five day celebration which begins on November 13 in 2012.

Pray the Devil Back to Hell

This film guides recounts the courage of Christian and Muslim women in Liberia united to end the civil war that wracked their nation for fourteen years.  The women’s unwavering belief for peace is...
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abUSed: The Postville Raid

abUSed: The Postville Raid explores the devastating effects of U.S. immigration enforcement policies on children, families, and communities. This two-page film guide includes questions for discussion...
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Prayer on Consumerism

This prayer responds to the consumerism often experienced during the holiday season, and invites us to move us beyond the poverty of mindless consumption.  

International Development and the 2012 Elections

In an increasingly interconnected and interdependent world, our concern for the common good and human development must also extend globally. This two-page bulletin insert explores CST reflections on...
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Prayer Service

“I Was a Stranger and You Welcomed Me”

This three-page prayer service is an invitation to reflect on what it means to welcome the stranger in our midst. It concludes with suggestions on ways to put one’s faith in service to action by...
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First Week of Advent: Reflections on Justice and Peace

The Scripture readings and prayers of the Church during Advent provide us direction in preparing ourselves for the celebration of the coming of our God in human form. This three-page reflection by...
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The Danger of Another War in the Middle East

In this resource, our guest writer, Scott Wright, considers the relationships between the U.S. nuclear deterrence policy, Catholic Social Teaching, and the possibility of war with Iran.
Prayer Service

Prayer Service for a Resolution to Conflicts around the World

This five-page service for the resolution to conflicts around the world commences under the guidance of a child with the invitation to see the destruction of war and violence through his eyes. It...
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A Closer Look at the Congo

This resource was created to bring to light the current situation in the Democratic Republic of Congo. Located in the heart of Africa, the Congo is unique in its beauty and history, but also in its...
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November 2nd: All Souls’ Day

This two-page resource provides a brief history and the traditions of two important days in the Catholic faith:  All Souls’ Day and “The Day of the Dead.”