Prayer: The Way Toward Easter
Praying toward Easter, we are mindful of global conflict, climate injustice, asylum seekers on the move, and walking with those who suffer. We look toward placing our hope in the Risen Christ.
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Archive for category: Option for the Poor and Vulnerable
A Peculiar Letter and MLK Jr.
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
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 time in reflection through discussion questions and ideas for action. View the corresponding webinar.
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Sr. Norma Pimentel, M.J. Keynote Reflection
This 2023 Ignatian Family Teach-In for Justice (IFTJ) keynote guide offers an opportunity to delve into the address of Sr. Norma Pimentel (Executive Director, Catholic Charities, Rio Grande Valley). Pimentel’s talk amplifies the stories of walking with migrants and the opportunities many have to stand in solidarity with those searching for a more robust life. View the YouTube playlist of all IFTJ 2023 mainstage content.
Advent Journaling
Advent Journaling for Young People – Prepare the Way and celebrate Advent with daily journaling prompts. Reflect on the themes of hope, peace, love, and joy. This Advent resource was created for use in elementary grades and can be used in faith formation settings.
Christmas Carol
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 Church. We chose an excerpt from Chapter 6 as a way to showcase how author Charles Dickens encouraged his audiences in A Christmas Carol to honor Christ at Christmas by advancing works of Christian justice.
Hope for the Holidays: Finding Light at the Darkest Time of the Year was written by Paul E. Jarzembowski and published by Paulist Press in 2023.
Miguel Pro
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 money. He was executed in Mexico City, Mexico on November 23, 1927.
Tattoos on the Heart Excerpt
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”. We selected this resource for October 2023 in conjunction with the theme of Boundless and Beloved for our Ignatian Family Teach-In for Justice, which is scheduled for Oct. 28-30.
Mass for Creation
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
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 for action related to global hunger.
Questions and resources compiled by Clarissa Aljentera
Prayer As We Keep Vigil
In observance of Respect Life Month each October, utilize this prayer for abolishing the death penalty. It was written in collaboration with Catholic Mobilizing Network for their monthly First Friday prayer vigil in December 2022.
Synod Reflection Guide
Catholic Mobilizing Network assembled a handful of presenters in winter 2022 to discuss what restorative justice practices can inform the Synod on Synodality. The conversation offered a view of the process, tips on restorative practices to guide the process, and even an opportunity to discuss where hope can be found in this endeavor. The presenters were Sr. Nathalie Becquart, XMCJ; Fr. David McCallum, S.J.; Joe Cotton; Krisanne Vaillancourt Murphy; Caitlin Morneau; and Julia McStravog.
The webinar can be found here: https://bit.ly/47MNqew
The transcript can be found here: https://bit.ly/3QTe4ww
