Catholic Social Tradition Principles

Reflection

A CST Guide to a More Just Future

As people of faith who are called to hope, we can begin to imagine and plan for a better future even in this dark time. Catholic Social Teaching offers guidance as we ponder what kind of new world we...
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Reflection

Migrant Workers' Rights and COVID-19

During COVID19, there has been a great deal of talk regarding essential workers. In many ways, the virus has reminded us of those workers we frequently forget or outright ignore. Learn how COVID-19...
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Film Discussion Guide

The Human Element

In the Human Element, photographer James Balog explores how the four natural elements (water, fire, air, and earth) are impacted by the fifth element: humans. As people change the elements through...
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Film Discussion Guide

Dark Waters

Dark Waters tells the true story of lawyer Rob Biliott who defended the people of Parkersburg, WV against chemical mogul DuPont after the company knowingly poisoned the community for decades by not...
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Prayer

Examen for Those in Quarantine

The Examen for Those in Quarantine provides space to reflect honestly and prayerfully on your experience of quarantine. Explore the challenges and graces of this time as well as the ways that this...
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Book Discussion Guide

Dying to Live

Dying to Live is a book that aims to dive deeper into the world of those forced to flee home to survive, refugees, through their personal stories. This discussion guide provides questions that allow...
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Prayer

Prayer for These Times

During this time of uncertainty and fear, this prayers calls to God as a beacon of hope. As we long for clarity, healing, and peace, we call upon God's mercy and compassion.
Prayer

Examen for Life During COVID-19

The Examen is a traditional method of prayerful awareness that is a bedrock in Ignatian spirituality and Jesuit education. Especially in times of uncertainty and rapid change, taking time to reflect...
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Bulletin Insert

Faces of DACA

This bulletin insert shares the stories of five young people currently living with DACA (Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals) status. As the country awaits the Supreme Court's ruling on the...
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Prayer

Prayer of Renewal

As we move through the season of Lent and transition from winter to spring, we look to God for renewal in ourselves and our common home.
A poem in the middle of a sunny grassland as the sun shines with no one looking at it. Decipher the poem with your own interpretation of Lent's meaning through line.
Prayer

Lenten Poetry Companion

Using poetry as a companion for prayer can be a rich and engaging endeavor. Poetry invites the listener into participation in the unfolding layers of meaning that come from the nuances of language,...
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Prayer

100 Days of Prayer: March 1-7

Created by the Sisters of St. Joseph of Orange, 100 Days of Prayer provides daily prayer intentions related to social justice issues and for the most vulnerable members of society. Use the prayers in...
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