Catholic Social Tradition Principles

Lectionary Reflection

The Baptism of Jesus [c] January 10, 2016

The Baptism of Jesus [c] January 10, 2016
Lectionary Reflection

Feast of the Epiphany [c] January 3, 2016

Feast of the Epiphany [c] January 3, 2016
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Lectionary Reflection

Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God [c] January 1, 2016

Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God [c] January 1, 2016
Lectionary Reflection

Feast of the Holy Family [c] December 27, 2015

Feast of the Holy Family [c] December 27, 2015  
Lectionary Reflection

The Nativity of the Lord [c] December 25, 2015

The Nativity of the Lord [c] December 25, 2015  
Four lit Advent candles stand in dark dirt and dust, held together in a black bowl, denoting the fourth week of Advent
Lectionary Reflection

Fourth Sunday of Advent [c] December 20, 2015

Fourth Sunday of Advent [c] December 20, 2015
Reflection

Pope Francis’s Visit to Africa

This artistic smilebox reflection takes quotes from Pope Francis’s trips to Kenya, Uganda, and Central African Republic and offers a prayerful meditation on the Gospel call to uphold the poorest...
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Reflection

Catholic Social Thought and Freedom

Fr. Fred Kammer, S.J., explores the faith-based concept of freedom that is an important part of Catholic Social Teaching, freedom that is grounded in both human dignity and the common...
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Reflection

Visions and Hope for the New Year - 2016

This reflection invites a review of the past year as we look forward to the new year. Journaling messages of gratitude and hope for personal development can lead to action that supports those in need...
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Reflection

Bread and Roses Strike of 1912

On January 11, 1912, textile workers in Lawrence, Massachusetts, cried out “Give us bread, but give us roses, too!” This reflection summarizes the events that occurred in 1912, provides...
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Prayer

The Magi: Moving into A New Year

Inspired by the Magi and their journey to visit God Incarnate, we are called to spread the nourishment of God’s mercy and love to those who are broken in our world. Copyright © 2015, Education...
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Prayer

The Call to Mercy: The Model of Dorothy Day

Dorothy Day used the Works of Mercy to guide her vocation of serving the homeless and poor in New York City. This prayer commemorates the beginning of the Year of Mercy and offers Dorothy Day as a...
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