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Clean Up the World Weekend

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This bulletin insert calls us to participate in the UN program to promote environmental justice from September 15-17 and to follow Pope Francis’ teaching to restore Creation.  

Prayer After Charlottesville

Prayer
After the recent acts of racism in Charlottesville, Virginia, we pray that we may find ways to move forward towards the light, not back into the the shadows of hatred and violence.  

May We Speak of Peace

Prayer
We pray for peace at a time of words of war; join us with this prayer.

May We Speak of Peace

We pray for peace at a time of words of war; join us with this prayer.

Education for Justice 2017-2018 Justice and Peace Calendar

EFJ's annual Justice and Peace Calendar is filled with dates and resources for the upcoming August 2017 to July 2018 year. Links to the latest EFJ resources are included!

Introduction to the Pastoral Circle

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This video introduces the four moments of the Pastoral Circle: experience, analysis, reflection, and action. The Pastoral Circle is an invaluable tool to respond to the challenges in our community,...
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The Pastoral Circle

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The four moments of the Pastoral Circle form the bedrock for Christian and other faith traditions around the world in responding to the challenges of communities, nations, and the world. This...
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Themes of Catholic Social Teaching

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These seven reflections on the themes of Catholic social teaching have been revised, updated, and reformatted. Themes of CST: Care for God’s Creation Themes of CST: The Common Good Themes of...
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CST and SDGs: Life Below Water

Reflection
This resource discusses the threats to our world’s oceans, seas, and aquatic life and offers quotes from Pope Francis on the importance of water for human flourishing.
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From Pope Paul VI to Pope Francis: Respect for Other Religions

Reflection
This resource can be used to celebrate August 6th, the anniversary of Nostra Aetate, Pope Paul VI’s declaration on the relation of the Church to non-Christian religions.  
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Clare of Assisi: An Example and Mirror of Contemplative Action

Prayer Service
This prayer service celebrates the life of Saint Clare of Assisi and asks her to “inspire us to be faithful servant leaders as we seek to embrace a Gospel-centered life rooted in compassion and...
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Celebrating the Legacy of Pope Paul VI

Prayer
Inspired by the words of Pope Paul VI, this prayer reminds us “We are all children of the same God.”