Catholic Social Tradition Principles

"Water, Oil, Flame"

Book Discussion Guide
A discussion guide focused on Chapter 4 in Tattoos on the Heart that walks a student through the differences between Sacrament and sacrament in the context of the book.

Justice Stations of the Cross

Prayer Service

Prayer to Reflect on the Great Migration

Prayer
Commemorate Black History Month in your classroom, parish, or community with activities, reflections, and prayers that span from civil rights history to current events.
As this cross shines, backed by sunlight in the face of darkness in this cave remember to embrace your suffering. Just as Jesus did before he could reach his eternal light.

Prayer: The Way Toward Easter

Prayer
Praying toward Easter, we are mindful of global conflict, climate injustice, asylum seekers on the move, and walking with those who suffer. We look toward placing our hope in the Risen Christ.

Catholic Social Teaching and 2024 Elections, Part Two

Activity
In November 2024, Americans will elect new leaders, including the president and members of Congress. As people of faith, it's important to consider Catholic Social Teaching principles when voting....
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Prayer for Black History Month

Prayer
Praying for Black History Month as a way to reflect on Black History alongside its stories and impact for today's world. Commemorate Black History Month in your classroom, parish, or community...
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Catholic Social Teaching and 2024 Elections, Part One

Activity
In November 2024, voters will elect local, state, and national leadership. In addition to electing a new president, U.S. citizens will vote on all 435 seats in the U.S. House of Representatives and...
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A Peculiar Letter and MLK Jr.

Activity
Through a fictional letter from Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. to the Beloved Community of the 21st century, consider how you are being called to justice within your communities.  Commemorate Black...
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Sample Resource: A Magnificat for Us Prayer

Injustice in the Holy Land

Activity
Examine the history of Israel-Palestine which includes the areas of places like Bethlehem, Nazareth, and Jerusalem. Learn about what led to the brutal attack on October 7, 2023 by Hamas, and spend...
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Sr. Norma Pimentel, M.J. Keynote Reflection

Activity
This 2023 Ignatian Family Teach-In for Justice (IFTJ) keynote guide offers an opportunity to delve into the address of Sr. Norma Pimentel (Executive Director, Catholic Charities, Rio Grande Valley)....
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A Magnificat for Us

Prayer
Centering social justice through lifting up God and God’s goodness, this prayer invites us to be grateful for God’s work in our lives and pray for more just and equitable communities.