Saints, Martyrs, and Heroes
Saints, Martyrs, and Heroes are ordinary individuals who provide us with role models and examples of how to live as disciples in a complex world. By learning about their lives and paying attention to their example, we can draw strength for our journey of faith as we strive to bring about the vision of love, justice, and peace.
Discover inspiring resources that highlight the lives of saints, martyrs, and heroes who embodied the values of Catholic Social Teaching. These extraordinary individuals serve as role models of faith, justice, and compassion, offering profound examples of how to live out the Gospel in service to others and the common good.
On this page, you’ll find:
- Profiles of Saints and Martyrs: Stories of holy men and women who championed human dignity, social justice, and peace in their lives and missions.
- Faith-Based Reflections: Prayers and meditations inspired by the actions and legacies of saints who upheld the principles of Catholic Social Teaching.
- Educational Resources: Lesson plans and activities exploring the connection between the lives of these saints and the Church’s call to promote justice, solidarity, and care for creation.
- Multimedia Content: Videos, articles, and infographics that bring to life the enduring impact of saints and holy people who worked tirelessly for the poor, marginalized, and oppressed.
- Advocacy Inspiration: Tools and examples of how the lives of saints can inspire modern acts of faith-based advocacy and justice.
These resources offer a meaningful way to explore the practical application of Catholic Social Teaching through the lives of those who have gone before us. Perfect for educators, faith leaders, and advocates, they serve as powerful tools for fostering a deeper understanding of the Catholic Church’s social tradition and a call to action in today’s world.
Why did the current Pope choose "Benedict" as his name? This fact sheet highlights Benedict XVI's commitment to promoting peace – a commitment the new pope has pledged to...
Pope John Paul II was a tireless advocate for interfaith dialogue and unity, reaching out particularly to our sisters and brothers in the Islamic and Judaic traditions. This resources is a one-page...
The Eucharist, Pope John Paul II said, calls us to work for justice. This one-page summary of his reflections on the Eucharist can inspire us to work for justice.
This two-page handout/bulletin insert overviews John Paul II's concerns about debt of poor countries and the problem of hunger in the world.
In Sollicitudo Rei Socialis (The Social Concerns of the Church), 1987, Pope John Paul II promoted a vision of a world united by the solidarity of all humanity. This one-page resource highlights...
During his time as Pope, John Paul II continuously spoke about development, solidarity, and the common good as essential elements to world peace. This one-page resource reflects on these themes as...
This handout/bulletin insert highlights some of the main social justice themes of Pope John Paul II's teaching, using quotes from his addresses and documents.
"Inspired Discipleship: Rededicating Our Faith through the Words of Our Holy Father" is based on the words of John Paul II and can be used in large and small group settings to celebrate his...
This prayer service uses quotes by the late Archbishop Óscar Romero to pray for justice in situations throughout Latin America today.
Calling on God to grant us insight and courage to work for peace, this prayer was adapted from an original version originally written by Saint Pope John Paul II.
This two-page handout includes reflections from the Pope's address on the Year of the Eucharist, discussion questions and a prayer to remind us that John Paul II has long viewed the Eucharist as the...
