Economic Justice

The Dark Knight Rises

This two-page resource looks at the third film in Christopher Nolan's Batman trilogy. It includes discussion questions and a brief reflection on violence in the media.

Fordlandia

Greg Grandin’s book provides a fascinating study of Henry Ford’s complex character, while documenting the unraveling of his utopian vision for the Amazon. This book discussion guide includes...
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From Biblical Foundations to the Rights and Duties of Persons, Communities, and Nations

Twenty-five years after its publication, the U.S. Bishops’ statement Economic Justice for All continues to be powerfully relevant. The second piece of a two part resource focuses on duties, human...
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Vatican Raises Concerns Over World Finance

This resource addresses the November 2011 statement by the Pontifical Council for Justice and Peace on global finance. The statement calls for reform of global financial systems, and proposes a...
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Margin Call

Margin Call is set in 2008, as the real estate market begins to fall apart. This discussion guide for the film considers key themes, such as the idolatry of money, and connections to Catholic Social...
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Catholic Social Thought and Distributive Justice

This brief piece is an excellent conversation starter on themes such as taxation, financial assistance, and just distribution of and access to the goods of the earth.

Global Poverty Quiz

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This resource tests your knowledge of poverty around the world, its impact, and some of the current causes of global poverty. Answer sheet provided.

There Shall Be No Other God But Me: Lent 2012, Week 3

This three-page Lenten reflection invites readers to consider the modern-day forms of idolatry, such as the worshipping of the false gods of power, financial security, and status.

Creation, Covenant, and Community: The Foundation for Christian Reflection on Economic Justice, Part One

Twenty-five years after its publication, the U.S. Bishops’ statement Economic Justice for All continues to be powerfully relevant. The first piece of a two part resource provides an overview of the...
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Social Insurance Programs: Promoting the Common Good

This five page backgrounder reviews key social insurance programs that protect human dignity and the common good and foster economic justice. Social Security, Medicare, and Pension plans are...
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A Revolution of Hope: Occupy Advent and the Vatican

This two page reflectionby guest writer Alex Mikulich, Ph.D., explores how the Occupy protestors embody the season of advent. Includes active links to background resources.

25th Anniversary of Economic Justice For All

This three page resource reviews the letter's context and major contributions. Questions for discussion and a list of its six moral principles for the economy are included.