As this cross shines, backed by sunlight in the face of darkness in this cave, remember to embrace your suffering. Just as Jesus did before he could reach his eternal light.
Prayer

Prayer: The Way Toward Easter

Praying toward Easter, we are mindful of global conflict, climate injustice, asylum seekers on the move, and walking with those who suffer. We look toward placing our hope in the Risen Christ.
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Catholic Social Teaching and 2024 Elections, Part Two

In November 2024, Americans will elect new leaders, including the president and members of Congress. As people of faith, it's important to consider Catholic Social Teaching principles when voting....
Prayer

Prayer for Black History Month

Praying for Black History Month as a way to reflect on Black History alongside its stories and impact for today's world. Commemorate Black History Month in your classroom, parish, or community...

Black History Month Social Media Pack

Download these EFJ social media images to share on your social media feeds during Black History Month. Commemorate Black History Month in your classroom, parish, or community with activities,...
Book Discussion Guide

Hope from the Ashes

Hope from the Ashes can help readers better understand that the Lenten experience goes beyond their personal experience—and that we are all wonderfully connected. The reader can find, in this book,...
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Catholic Social Teaching and 2024 Elections, Part One

In November 2024, voters will elect local, state, and national leadership. In addition to electing a new president, U.S. citizens will vote on all 435 seats in the U.S. House of Representatives and...
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African American Art and Artists WebQuest

As a way to honor and learn more about the contributions of African Americans in the context of art we offer an opportunity to learn more about the role of art and artists within the context of our...
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Lent and Easter Social Media Pack 2

Throughout the Lenten season, use our 11 beautifully designed quotes and five prayers for social media to share the Lenten call to live out justice. The quotes and prayers cover key dates including...
The stone from the tomb rolled away - resources for Lent and Resurrection through the lens of Catholic Social Thought and social justice
Prayer

Alleluia Alleuia Jesus Has Risen

This prayer reflects on the grace renewed through the Resurrection. Not a member? View Prayer Sample
Good Friday resource through the lens of Catholic Social Thought and social justice
Prayer

Good Friday: After Noon

Reflect and pray on the sacrifice that Jesus made on Good Friday. Not a member?View Prayer Sample   Discover meaningful ways to observe Lent with various reflections from Pope Francis...
Prayers on Holy Thursday, prayers on satisfying our hunger, through the lens of Catholic Social Thought and social justice.
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Satisfy our Hunger: Prayer for Holy Thursday

"You who generously give to all your creatures, Satisfy our thirst and hunger Not for wine and bread alone But for love, truth, justice, and peace Through your gift of the Eucharist." Not a...
A cross planted in the middle of a desserted area with a purple sky. Don't forget that sometimes an uneasy path is the path that needs to be taken to Jesus' love.
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Prayer Toward a Lenten Journey of Hope

"May we move through our Lent with kindness and hopefulness As we walk the way of the Cross with courage we walk knowing that we are closer to your love" Not a member?View Prayer...