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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 member, John Donaghy provides a first-hand look at what is happening and why along with several statements that provide an analysis and commentary on the recent events. Use this resource in conjunction with our prayer above.
This activity is designed to explore and probe the visionary aspirations found in inauguration speeches. As presidents are sworn in and take the oath for the presidency of the United States, their words provide a rich legacy to explore and reflect upon. Look at the connections to faith, look at the demands of citizenship, explore the vision set forth.
The Liturgy is a place where we seek to transcend all borders, all division. The film, “One Border One Body” looks at the issue of immigration from a sacramental perspective. This film invites not only discussion, but reflection and meditation. This six-page resource includes synopsis, themes to explore, discussion questions and scriptural references. Handouts to use before and after the film are found on pages 6 and 7. The film is directed by John Carlos Frey and Fr. Daniel Groody, CSC.
Kosovo is a region in Balkans (Eastern Europe) that has been in political limbo since 1999 when Serbia’s president, Slobodan Milosevic, began a campaign of terror and ethnic cleansing in Kosovo. The UN has been governing this region until a determination could be made for Kosovo’s status. On February 17, 2008, Kosovo declared its independence, setting off a range of reactions. Education for Justice analyzes some of the peace and justice issues involved in this new chapter in Europe’s history and the world’s development. This 12-page resource includes:
This six-page resource provides an overview of the U.S. federal budget process and engages readers in thinking critically about the priorities and human needs that must be integral in the process. This resource includes:
A new backgrounder on the principle of Subsidiarity provides a thorough overview for anyone interested in a greater understanding of the foundations of Catholic social teaching. This six-page resource includes:
Use this resource to begin to build your own CST reference binder.
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This seven page resource is the first in a series of resources focusing on the U.S. Farm Bill. This is a significant piece on legislation presently being debated in Congress and has a direct impact on our daily lives. Learn about this bill, the history behind it and the present state of the debate. This resource includes the following:
The call to be people of justice is part of God’s ongoing revelation in scripture. This background resource with activities is designed to lay the groundwork for understanding the biblical foundations of justice. It is meant to provide an overview in broad strokes so that a proper framework informs the ongoing struggle for justice by people of faith. This 10-page resource includes the following:
A November 13, 2006 statement by the President of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops, Bishop William S. Skylstad, “Call for Dialogue and Action on Responsible Transition in Iraq,” challenged U.S. leaders to engage in a “substantive, civil and non-partisan discussion of ways to plan and secure a responsible transition in Iraq” instead of the “divisive rhetoric of the recent campaign and the shrill and shallow debate that distorts reality and reduces the options to ‘cut and run’ versus ‘stay the course.'”
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This handout/bulletin insert looks at the high financial cost of war, as well as the financial profits and benefits of war for some corporations.
