Run with Perseverance

We are called to promote a culture of peace and justice even when it seems difficult. This reflection, by Jim McGinnis of the Institute for Peace and Justice, considers hope and perseverance in the...
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Slavery Facts and Prayer

This one page resource includes facts on contemporary slavery and a prayer for those in slavery.

Journey through Africa: Central Africa

As part of our Journey through Africa, this unit focuses on Central Africa and includes a case study on the war for resources in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and a role-playing activity on...
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"I will not leave you orphans..."(John 14:18): Caring for AIDS Orphans

[Nov. 2004, Vol. 2, No. 3]

A Catholic Call to Political Responsibility

Food Security and Fuel

This fact sheet highlights food security and also describes a difficult choice for many U.S. residents in winter between food and heat.

Violence against Women

This unit on Violence against Women promotes the elimination of violence against women and includes a fact sheet, case studies, discussion questions, prayers and reflections.

Children and Hunger

This resource provides information about the issue of children and hunger through case studies of children around the world. This resource includes a quiz, prayers, reflections, and discussion...
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Journey through Africa: Southern Africa

As part of our Journey through Africa series, the Southern Africa unit explores the region through a role play activity, a traveler's log, case studies, a fact sheet on the HIV/AIDS crisis, a quiz,...
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October 25, 2004 - Pope Reminds Politicians of Their Duty to Defend Children

October 20, 2004 - Vatican Appeals to Rich Countries in U.N. to Help Africa

Child Victims of War

Over the last decade, 2 million children have been killed by conflict. Learn more facts and read the reflections of the Pope and bishops in this fact sheet.