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.

 

Litany

Litany: Remembering Fr. Pedro Arrupe, S.J.

Father Pedro Arrupe, S.J., a great missionary, a man on fire promoted compassion through structural change. He was a pioneer in urging the combination of pastoral concern, biblical reflection, and...
Reflection

Pope Francis’s Visit to Africa

This artistic smilebox reflection takes quotes from Pope Francis’s trips to Kenya, Uganda, and Central African Republic and offers a prayerful meditation on the Gospel call to uphold the poorest...
Creative Voice

Christmas Reflections 2015

Creative Voice Paul Magno reminds us that, like Mary and Joseph, we are the keepers of the story of Redemption in today's broken world. Copyright © 2015, Education for Justice, a project of...
Reflection

Pax Christi International Calls for an End of Escalating Violence in Israel & Palestine

This press release by Pax Christi International summarizes the escalating violence between Israel and Palestine and includes reflection questions for group discussion. Copyright © 2015, Pax...
Prayer Service

Building a Global Community: Promoting and Protecting the Human Dignity of the World's Citizens

This prayer service commemorates the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR) put forth by the United Nations on December 10, 1948. Copyright © 2015, Education for Justice, a project of...
Prayer

Prayer for Inclusion

This prayer celebrates the landmark Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) that seeks to end discrimination in the workplace, to provide equal employment and opportunities for people with...
Creative Voice

From Lidia Bastianich’s Family Table

Creative Voice Lidia Bastianich joins EFJ once again and invites us to gather around her table and celebrate the joy of a communal meal.  
Bulletin Insert

World Mission Day, October 15

World Mission Day is celebrated every year to celebrate missionaries in the Catholic Church and support them through prayer, action, and giving. This bulletin insert provides an overview of what...
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Reflection

Catholic Social Thought and Solidarity

In this resource, Fr. Fred Kammer, S.J., looks at the history of the idea of solidarity as a core principle of Catholic Social Teaching and the reflections of our recent popes on the implications of...
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Reflection

Pope Francis: Dialogue is a Way to Peace

Pope Francis recently visited Bosnia and Herzegovina, still recovering from a bloody war two decades ago that pitted different ethnic and faith communities against each other, to proclaim that...
Prayer

Prayer for a Renewed World

We pray with these words for a world that desires the fullness of life and renewal in the face of so much suffering.  
Bulletin Insert

International Public Service Day: Hearts and Hands for Others, June 23

International Public Service Day honors federal, state, and municipal employees around the globe. Use your heart and hands to give to others by serving in your community. Here are some...