Catholic Social Tradition Principles Archives

Lectionary Reflection

Pentecost Sunday [b] May 24, 2015

As the cross sits behind the bushes that appear as darkness, right before the sun goes down. Remind yourself of the darkness Jesus embraced in order to find his eternal glory.

Lectionary Reflection

Seventh Sunday of Easter [b] May 17, 2015

Lectionary Reflection

Seventh Sunday of Easter [b] May 17, 2015

Creative Voice

A Day in Palestine

This reflection offers the perspective of one American student during a day in Palestine: exploring the streets of Ramallah, speaking with young Palestinian students, and encountering the reality of...

Reflection

Catholic Social Thought and Migration

In this Catholic Social Teaching resource, Fr. Fred Kammer S.J. reflects on migration and migrants from the perspective of the Church's teaching. He includes quotes from the American bishops as well...

Reflection

Prayer and Reflections from the Archbishop of Baltimore on Injustice and Violence

On May 28, 2015, Archbishop William Lori of Baltimore, Maryland, held a public mass for peace in his city, calling for calm and good-faith dialogue in the wake of violent unrest fueled by the death...

Fact Sheet & Handout

Gustavo Gutiérrez: Father of Liberation Theology

Learn more about Gustavo Gutiérrez, O.P., a Peruvian theologian who has contributed so much to our understanding of the option for the poor and its expression in Liberation Theology.

Prayer Service

Mediterranean Sea: A Growing Graveyard for Migrants

This longer prayer service educates people of faith about the horrific plight of migrants trying to cross the Mediterranean Sea. It lays out our Church's response to their quest for a life of...