Catholic Social Tradition Principles

Activity

Just Music Playlist: Liberation

The Just Music Playlist provides a list of songs with discussion questions about a particular theme. The theme for this month's playlist is liberation.
Prayer

Psalm of Liberation

This prayer by Jane Deren asks for the freedom needed to work for justice in the world by liberating ourselves and calling upon God.
Reflection

Film Discussion Guide: El Deportado

“El Deportado” is a short documentary that was created as a collaboration between faculty and students at Creighton University in Omaha, NE.  The documentary provides personal testimonies of...
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Lectionary Reflection

Lectionary Reflection: Season of Creation Twenty-third Sunday in Ordinary Time [c]

Use this lectionary reflection for September 8, 2019 to highlight the Season of Creation and the upcoming Synod on the Amazon.
Reflection

Prophets of Liberation: Moses and Saint Oscar Romero

Learn about the similarities between how Moses and Saint Oscar Romero were called to overcome fear and to use their voices prophetically. Then consider how you are being called to work as a prophet...
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Film Discussion Guide

The Prodigal Son, the Death Penalty, and Reconciliation

In her Catholic Women Preach reflection, Krisanne Vailliancourt Murphy, Executive Director of Catholic Mobilizing Network, preaches on the Return of the Prodigal Son. Use this discussion guide and...
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Book Discussion Guide

Kinship: Lessons from "Tattoos on the Heart"

Read an excerpt from the book "Tattoos on the Heart" to learn about the concept of kinship and reflect on its role in your own life using the provided discussion questions.   Photo Credit:...
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Prayer

Examen on Social Media

Social media can be used as a positive tool for justice and social change or can become an addiction or distraction if not used mindfully. This examen on social media provides space to reflect on how...
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Reflection

The Social Nature of the Human Person

The relational nature of God in the Trinity provides a model for humanity. In a time when social isolation is rampant, this resource analyzes the importance of kinship and community in work for...
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Prayer

Migrant Prayers: Reflections from the Comedor

The Kino Border Initiative (KBI) provides services to migrant men, women, and children in Nogales, Sonora, Mexico. The prayers and scripture quotes in this document were collected from individuals...
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Activity

Yom Kippur

Learn about Yom Kippur, the Jewish "Day of Atonement." Included is a brief description of Yom Kippur, prayers used during the day, and a brief activity that encourages students to connect with local...
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Prayer

Video: Examen on Migration

This guided examen prayer on migration expresses gratitude for the beauty of diverse people and cultures in our world. As we reflect on the migration stories of our neighbors, we pray to move beyond...
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