Genocide

“No one left to speak” – The Life of Martin Niemöller

Martin Niemöller, whose birth we celebrate Jan. 14, is best known for his haunting “First they came…” reflection on complicity in the Holocaust. His story of conversion reminds us that as we...
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The Courageous Heart of Irena Sendler

The Courageous Heart of Irena Sendler tells the story of a woman who saved 2,500 children from likely death during the Holocaust. This discussion guide draws out key themes of Catholic social...
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Seeing History Anew: A Reflection on Celebrating Columbus Day in the Light of Faith

This two page reflection addresses the moral ambiguity of the U.S. Federal Columbus Day holiday. Questions for discussion are included.  

Not on Our Watch (Sudan)

  A gripping book on Darfur by John Prendergast and Don Cheadle offers an eye-opening look at what is happening in the region and why. This book discussion guide offers a short synopsis,...
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Darfur: Catholic Companion and Discussion Guide

This book discussion guide is designed to introduce Catholics to Not on Our Watch: The Mission to End Genocide in Darfur and Beyond, by Enough Project Co-chair John Prendergast and actor/activist Don...
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A Witness Speaks: The Stars are Watching (Video 4)

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Fr. Romain Rurangirwa survived the Rwandan genocide in 1994. He was a college student at the time. In this fourth video segment, Fr. Romain tells spellbinding story of a memory from his childhood...
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A Witness Speaks: Plight of Orphans after Genocide (Video 3)

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Fr. Romain Rurangirwa survived the Rwandan genocide in 1994. He was a college student at the time. In the third of seven video segments, Fr. Romain responds to a student's question about what has...
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A Witness Speaks: Forgiveness after Genocide (Video 2)

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Fr. Romain Rurangirwa survived the Rwandan genocide in 1994. He was a college student at the time. In the second of seven video segments, Fr. Romain responds to a student's question about forgiveness...
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A Witness Speaks: Faith Refined in Rwandan Genocide (Video 1)

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Fr. Romain Rurangirwa survived the Rwandan genocide in 1994. He was a college student at the time. In the first of seven video segments, Fr. Romain responds to a student's question about the impact...
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Genocide Backgrounder

This four-page resource provides a clear and succinct background resource on genocide and includes the following: definitions of terms a timeline of Genocides of the 20th century an article on...
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Darfur Crisis Worsens: A Call to Conscience

Since the signing of a peace agreement between the Sudanese government and one of the three rebel groups in Darfur in May 2006, the violence has only worsened, with more civilian and humanitarian aid...
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Poverty, War, and the Environment in Darfur

This article and reflection is on the continuing violence in Darfur and its root causes, such as poverty and environmental destruction. Use this resource for group discussion or as a bulletin...
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