Catholic Social Tradition Principles Archives

Prayer Service

Prayer Service in a Time of War

"Prayer Service in a Time of War" is a ready-to-use Catholic prayer service designed for parishes, schools, campus ministries, classrooms, and faith communities seeking a structured way to pray for...

Prayer

Prayer to Begin Again

As we look to the end of the summer and prepare to begin another academic year, we pray that our spirits be renewed amid the uncertainty and anxiety in this difficult time of world crises.

Quiz

The Option for the Poor Quiz

This quiz asks questions and provides statistics about how COVID-19 affected poverty rates in the United States. Use this quiz to gauge student knowledge on poverty before beginning a new unit or...

Reflection

CST and Economic Security

This reflection discusses Catholic Social Teaching on economic security in light of the COVID-19 pandemic. Reflection questions, suggested actions, and a prayer are included.

Prayer

Prayer for the Summer

As we move into the new summer season, we look to absorb God's light just as we absorb the summer sun. We pray to grow, rest, and reflect in these summer months.

Prayer

Prayer on Inequities

This prayer calls us to bear witness to the many inequities that exist in our communities and around the world. We are invited to respond through our work for global justice and peace so that our...

Prayer

Prayer for the End of This School Year

As we come to the end of the academic calendar, we reflect on the past year and look to the future as a new journey begins. We pray in gratitude for our school community and the blessings of the...

Reflection

Solidarity Through Prayer Reflection

This resource explores the importance of prayer in sustaining commitment to solidarity and justice. Dorothy Day and Daniel Berrigan are highlighted as models of contemplatives in action.

Prayer Service

Servant Leaders Prayer Service

This prayer service can be used to help students reflect on their service experience and also provides a blessing and send-off for students who have participated in servant leadership during the past...

Prayer

Prayer for Holy Thursday

On Holy Thursday, we are called to see the face of Christ in all people and to bend in respect before the dignity of the other, as Jesus bent to wash the feet of his Apostles. Discover...