Catholic Social Tradition Principles

Fact Sheet & Handout

Mater et Magistra, Christianity and Social Progress

This resource looks at Mater et Magistra (Christianity and Social Progress), an encyclical of Pope John XXIII. Included is an overview of the document, historical notes, an outline of the document...
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Fact Sheet & Handout

Women and the Prison System

This three-page resource provides an introduction to the topic of women and the prison system, a case study, discussion questions, and a prayer.  
Fact Sheet & Handout

Work as Key to the Social Question

In mid September 2001, The Pontifical Council for Justice and Peace held a conference on the theme of "Work as Key to the Social Question: The Great Social and Economic Transformations and the...
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Reflection

Rerum Novarum, The Condition of Labor

This resource looks at Rerum Novarum (The Condition of Labor), an encyclical of Pope Leo XIII. Included is an overview of the document, historical notes, an outline of the document and discussion...
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Reflection

Laborem Exercens, On Human Work

This resource looks at Laborem Exercens, On Human Work, an encyclical of Pope John Paul II. Included is an overview of the document, historical notes, an outline of the document and discussion...
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Activity

Women of Faith - Sr. Maria Riley, OP: Global Leadership for Women

Maria Riley, OP, an Adrian Dominican, is recognized around the world for her leadership in the global women's movement and her work for justice for all women, their families and their communities.

The Way of the Cross of a Migrant

Stations of the Cross.
Prayer

Prayer for Women and Trade Justice

Unit

War and Conflict, Peace and Social Justice

This five-page unit takes an introductory look at some of the complexities of war & conflict and peace & justice, on both the personal and international levels.
Prayer

Prayer for the Decade of Nonviolence for Children

Lesson Plan

Water Privatization

This six-page unit looks at the current trend of water privatization throughout the world. Beginning with a short prayer, this unit discusses several topics including water as a human right, CST and...
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Reflection

2003 World Day of Peace Message and Discussion Questions

This reflection includes the full text of Pope John Paul II's 2003 World Day of Peace Message, discussion questions and a pledge for peace.