
Prayer Service in Times of Natural Disaster
Prayer ServiceThis two-page prayer service includes a suitable print-ready prayer service to be used in times of natural disaster. The prayer service focuses on praying in solidarity with our brothers and sisters...

Why is Haiti So Poor?
As the recovery and reconstruction of Haiti continue, learn more about the structural causes of poverty that have added to the magnitude of this disaster. This interactive PowerPoint looks at...

Not on Our Watch (Sudan)
A gripping book on Darfur by John Prendergast and Don Cheadle offers an eye-opening look at what is happening in the region and why. This book discussion guide offers a short synopsis,...

Refugees Seeking a Home-Prayer Service
Prayer ServiceWorld Refugee Day is June 20. The United Nation's theme for the 2010 World Refugee Day is "They took my home, but they can't take my future." This print-ready prayer service includes prayers and...


Human Rights and Iran
The U.S. media has turned its focus to Iran once again as egregious violations of human rights continue there. On January 9, 2010, Iranian police arrested 33 mothers of young adults who were...

Prayer Service: A New Heaven and a New Earth - Haiti
Prayer ServiceThis prayer service with Leader's guide can help explore the challenges facing the people of Haiti and possible ways of responding in faith.

Haiti Resources from CRS
The CRS prayer and educational resources below can help explore the challenges facing the people of Haiti and possible ways of responding in faith.
Lesson Plan for Middle and High School: Challenges...

Natural Disasters and Haiti: A Tragic History
Haiti is one of the poorest countries in the western hemisphere. In 2008 alone, three hurricanes have hit Haiti and the toll has been devastating. This two-page resource highlights how poverty in...

Guided Meditation to Regions of Our World
This three-page resource provides the script for a guided meditation focusing on prophetic women of our time who witness to justice around the world. Resource includes script, highlights of needs...

Caritas in Veritate, Charity in Truth
Caritas in Veritate addresses the social themes vital to the well-being of humanity and reminds us that authentic renewal of both individuals and society requires living by Christ’s truth in love. ...

In the News: Honduras
Honduran Bishops Denounce Coup
On June 28, 2009 a political coup in Honduras forcibly removed Honduran President, Manuel Zelaya, from power and flew him to Costa Rica.
Education for Justice...