Catholic Social Tradition Principles

Prayer

Dreams for the 251st Year: A Pentecost Examen

Inspired by Acts 2:17 and written for America's 250th anniversary, this Pentecost examen invites Catholics to reflect on the nation's history through the lens of Catholic Social Teaching. Exploring...
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Activity

America's 250th Birthday Social Pack

The 250th anniversary of the United States offers an opportunity not only to look back on our nation's history, but also to consider our responsibility to one another today. Drawing on voices that...
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Prayer

Witnessing for Good: A Prayer for America at 250

This Catholic social justice prayer for America at 250 invites reflection on human dignity, the common good, and our responsibility to confront injustice. Written by Nia Alvarez-Mapp, the prayer...
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Activity

The Parable of the Cafeteria Line: From Service to Solidarity

The Parable of the Cafeteria Line invites participants to reflect on the difference between charity and solidarity. Through a hopeful story and guided discussion questions, this resource explores the...
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Video

Video Prayer: Come, Holy Spirit

Come Holy Spirit and Show Us What Is True" is a Pentecost prayer inviting reflection on truth, justice, discernment, and faithful living in a world shaped by wealth, information, and division....
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Common Good Webinar

This webinar explores the Catholic understanding of the common good and what it asks of us in a world shaped by inequality, polarization, and environmental crisis. Dr. Allison Covey guides...
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Activity

The Common Good

Explore the Catholic understanding of the common good and what it asks of us in a world marked by inequality, polarization, and environmental crisis. In this discussion guide, Dr. Allison Covey...
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Prayer

Litany of Light and Peace 2026

A Catholic litany for peace rooted in scripture and Catholic Social Teaching, the Litany of Light invites prayerful reflection on global conflict, including tensions with Iran. Designed for...
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Earth Day Social Media Pack 3

Download ready-to-use Education for Justice (EFJ) Earth Day social media images to inspire your community to care for creation. Browse sample graphics and access shareable content designed to elevate...
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Video

Video Prayer to Saint Joseph, Patron of Workers

Rooted in Catholic Social Teaching, this video prayer invites reflection on the dignity of work and the rights of all workers. It calls individuals and communities to advocate for just wages, safe...
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Prayer

An Examen for Young People on the Mission

Preparing to leave for a service experience can stir a mix of excitement, gratitude, anxiety, and hope for young people and their families. This guided prayer adapts the...
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