Pope John Paul II on Poverty and Debt

This two-page handout/bulletin insert overviews John Paul II's concerns about debt of poor countries and the problem of hunger in the world.

Debt and the Environment

The Jubilee USA Network is concerned about effects on the environment of projects and programs sponsored by the World Bank and IMF.

Ecological Debt

There is a grave disparity between the amount of natural resources used by the North and South. This two-pager details the situation.

Pope John Paul II on Solidarity

In Sollicitudo Rei Socialis (The Social Concerns of the Church), 1987, Pope John Paul II promoted a vision of a world united by the solidarity of all humanity. This one-page resource highlights...
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Pope John Paul II on Peace

During his time as Pope, John Paul II continuously spoke about development, solidarity, and the common good as essential elements to world peace. This one-page resource reflects on these themes as...
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Prayer Service for Debt Forgiveness

John Paul II and the U.S. Bishops have continuously advocated for debt relief for the poorest nations in recent years. This prayer service promotes debt forgiveness.

Inspired Discipleship: Rededicating Our Faith through the Words of Our Holy Father

"Inspired Discipleship: Rededicating Our Faith through the Words of Our Holy Father" is based on the words of John Paul II and can be used in large and small group settings to celebrate his...
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Some Major Themes of Pope John Paul II's Teaching

This handout/bulletin insert highlights some of the main social justice themes of Pope John Paul II's teaching, using quotes from his addresses and documents.

Bishops' Campaign to End the Death Penalty

[April 2005, Vol. 2, No. 8]

Poverty and the Environment

Environmental degradation has a magnified affect on the poor. This informative fact sheet includes statistics, a case study, discussion questions, CST, and a prayer.

March 27, 2005 - New Patents in India Will Limit Production of Generic AIDS Drugs

Workers Rights and Unions: The Computer Industry

This is an interactive resource that contains case studies, CST, a role play, prayers, reflection questions, and more. It was adapted from CAFOD's "Clean up your computer" game.