Global Solidarity

A Peculiar Letter and MLK Jr.

Activity
Through a fictional letter from Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. to the Beloved Community of the 21st century, consider how you are being called to justice within your communities. 

Injustice in the Holy Land

Activity
Examine the history of Israel-Palestine which includes the areas of places like Bethlehem, Nazareth, and Jerusalem. Learn about what led to the brutal attack on October 7, 2023 by Hamas, and spend...

A Magnificat for Us

Prayer
Centering social justice through lifting up God and God’s goodness, this prayer invites us to be grateful for God’s work in our lives and pray for more just and equitable communities.

Ellie Hidalgo Keynote Reflection

Film Discussion Guide
This 2023 Ignatian Family Teach-In for Justice (IFTJ) keynote guide offers an opportunity to delve into the address of Ellie Hidalgo, co-director of Discerning Deacons. Hidalgo’s talk amplifies the...

Christmas Carol

Book Discussion Guide
Hope for the Holidays is designed as a light-hearted and approachable tool for people to navigate their feelings of hopelessness by widening their vision towards the common good in society and the...

Miguel Pro

Reflection
Fr. Miguel Agustín Pro, S.J., celebrates his feast day on November 23. Pro centered his life around supporting those who were poor and vulnerable. He supported them through the sacraments and with...

Tattoos on the Heart Excerpt

Activity
This text selection is meant to be read alongside Tattoos on the Heart. The Power of Boundless Compassion, written by Fr. Greg Boyle, S.J.  The text is an excerpt from Chapter 3: “Compassion”....

Mass for Creation

Prayer
Catholic Climate Covenant created a mass template that can be used to uplift care for creation. This Mass guide offers hope in the midst of the climate crisis.

CRS Global Food Update Discussion Guide

Activity
In Summer 2023, CRS published a update on the impact of our global food crisis. Through the lens of the pastoral circle, the discussion guide walks participants through questions, prayer, and ideas...

Labor Day Reflection

Reflection
Reflect on the impact of Labor Day and learn more about labor and the history of workers' rights through Catholic Social Teaching.

Synodal Process and Inclusion

Take a more reflective look into the Synod on Synodality to prepare your heart in understanding issues and opportunities that face the synodal process in October 2023. Be more attentive to...

Prayer for St. Phoebe

A prayer inspired by St. Phoebe who heard God's call to minister in the early days of the Church. She loved deeply and shared great courage. Her feast day is September 3. Discerning Deacons shared...