Zero Dark Thirty

This guide explores the torturous interrogation techniques used in the pursuit of Osama bin Laden as portrayed in “Zero Dark Thirty."  

Second Week of Lent: The Tortured Christ in Our Midst

Our preparations for Lent continue as we explore the parable of the rich man and Lazarus, a story about solidarity with the afflicted and tortured.

Prayer for Leadership

We call on God to guide our government leaders on a path toward the common good and to help them listen to those they serve and to bridge the gaps that divide us.  

Pope Benedict’s 2013 Peace Message

  Pope Benedict’s 2013 message provides new challenges to grow in the ways of peace. This resource lifts up key highlights and insights.  

The Tortured Christ in Our Midst

Ash Wednesday is February 13, so we begin to explore ways we find Christ suffering in our world today. 

Gun Violence

  Looking back at the Newtown tragedy and entering more deeply into discussions about reducing gun violence, we ask how our faith calls us to respond. This resource draws us in through...
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Prayer in a Time of Tragedy

A time of joyful hope was shattered by violence with the school shooting on December 14, 2012, in Connecticut. The Prince of Peace was once a child whose peers were slain by Herod’s senseless rage....
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Advent Reflection: Week 4

In this Fourth Week of Advent, we keep our eyes on the prize as we heed the call to guide our feet in the ways of peace.  

Conscientious Objection Study Unit

Conscientious objection is a response people can choose when weighing their involvement in armed conflict. This resource explores Just War Theory and pacifism, with an in-depth look at a film which...
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Pax Christi Drone Statement

As awareness grows about the reality of drones and their potential use in warfare,  Pax Christi, the international Catholic peacemaking organization, offers a compelling call for their prohibition.
Prayer Service

Prayer Service: The Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe

December 12 is the feast day of Our Lady of Guadalupe, celebrating her appearance to Juan Diego, a poor indigenous campesino, not far from what is today Mexico City. This two-page resource provides...
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Optional Protocol to the Convention Against Torture (OPCAT)

The Optional Protocol to the Convention Against Torture (OPCAT) is an international treaty that requires ratifying countries to set up mechanisms to verify that they do not engage in torture. This...
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