Global Solidarity

Solidarity “is the firm and persevering determination to commit oneself to the common good of all and of each individual, because we are all really responsible for all.” Compendium of the Social Doctrine of the Church, #193

A peaceful vigil with people holding candles and Ukrainian flags, expressing global solidarity for the people of Ukraine.Explore a rich collection of resources that bring the principle of global solidarity in Catholic Social Teaching to life. Grounded in the Gospel call to love our neighbors as ourselves, these materials inspire reflection, learning, and action toward building a world rooted in justice, compassion, and unity.

Education for Justice and Global Solidarity:

  • Reflections and Prayers: Deepen your understanding of global solidarity through faith-based meditations and spiritual exercises.
  • Educational Resources: Lesson plans, activities, and discussion guides to engage students and communities in understanding solidarity and its practical implications.
  • Multimedia Content: Videos, stories, and graphics that highlight real-world examples of solidarity and its transformative impact.
  • Advocacy Tools: Resources to support efforts for global justice, human dignity, and partnership with marginalized communities.

These resources provide a profound exploration of solidarity as a call to action, emphasizing our shared responsibility to support one another across borders, cultures, and socio-economic divides. Whether for classroom use, parish discussions, or personal enrichment, they empower individuals to live out the Church’s vision of a unified human family.

 

Fourth Week of Lent: The Tortured Christ in Our Midst

Solidarity is a key theme in the readings for Week 4 of Lent. When we understand the methods and effects of torture, we become better advocates for its survivors. Posted March 2013

HIV/AIDS and the Faith Community

This 4-page resource explores the U.S. Bishops’ 1987 statement on The Many Faces of AIDS: A Gospel Response.  In this faith-centered document, we are invited to imitate Jesus—to be...

Pray the Devil Back to Hell

This film guides recounts the courage of Christian and Muslim women in Liberia united to end the civil war that wracked their nation for fourteen years.  The women’s unwavering belief for peace is...
Prayer Service

Prayer Service for a Resolution to Conflicts around the World

This five-page service for the resolution to conflicts around the world commences under the guidance of a child with the invitation to see the destruction of war and violence through his eyes. It...

A Closer Look at the Congo

This resource was created to bring to light the current situation in the Democratic Republic of Congo. Located in the heart of Africa, the Congo is unique in its beauty and history, but also in its...
Prayer Service

United in One Voice: No to Violence, No to Hate

This five-page prayer service features the voices of interfaith religious leaders calling for calm amid protests which have flared in Libya, Yemen, Afghanistan, Tunisia, Iraq, Iran, and other...

Syrian Uprising

Since March 2011, Syria has been embroiled in an escalating conflict that began as a nonviolent uprising during the Arab Spring. This five-page resource provides background on the conflict, response...

In a Time of Violence

This prayer remembers those who are affected by violence and conflict, and asks for the courage to commit ourselves to the difficult work of building peace.  

World Humanitarian Day

In honor of Humanitarian Day on August 19, this one page fact sheet covers the basics of humanitarian aid, including what aid is, typical types of disasters which receive it, and who provides it. The...

Monseñor Juan Gerardi: Martyr for Peace in Guatemala

Human rights defender and martyr for peace, Bishop Juan Gerardi guided the Recovery of Historical Memory project, documenting human rights violations during Guatemala’s internal conflict.  

A Revolution of Hope: Occupy Advent and the Vatican

This two page reflectionby guest writer Alex Mikulich, Ph.D., explores how the Occupy protestors embody the season of advent. Includes active links to background resources.

Food Security: Famine in Somalia

This two page backgrounder provides critical information for understanding the famine in Somalia and surrounding areas. It reviews the region's tendency towards drought, how colonization played a...