Saints, Martyrs, and Heroes

June 19, 2003 - Pope John Paul II and the Ecological Crisis

June 2, 2003 - Pope John Paul II Highlights Conditions for a Peaceful Future

May 23, 2003 Pope John Paul II States Need for Regulation of Globalization

Prayer to Mary, Mother of Sorrows, Mother of Us All

Prayer

May: Month of Mary, Month of Mothers

This reflection explores less traditional images of Mary, Mother of God, and of all mothers. The first section introduces Kathe Kollwitz (1867-1945), a German Expressionist artist who was devoted to...
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Archbishop Oscar Romero

Reflection
This reflection on Archbishop Oscar Romero of El Salvador includes some of his most poignant quotes, discussion questions, a prayer and a list of educational resources that may be obtained from other...
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A Prayer of Faith and Hope in a Time of Fear

Prayer

Thomas Merton: Christian Roots of Nonviolence

Reflection
This four-page resource features excerpts from Thomas Merton's essay, "Blessed are the Meek: The Christian Roots of Nonviolence." A prayer and discussion questions are included.

Martin Luther King, Jr.

Activity
Martin Luther King, Jr., is well-known throughout the world for his leadership role in the U.S. civil rights movement and his belief in non-violent social change. King also supported human rights for...
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Prayer to Our Lady of Guadalupe

Prayer