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During COVID19, there has been a great deal of talk regarding essential workers. In many ways, the virus has reminded us of those workers we frequently forget or outright ignore. Learn how COVID-19 has compounded preexisting injustices, especially those faced by farmworkers, and how a “return to normal” ignores the underlying injustices that CST calls us to address.
The Examen is a traditional method of prayerful awareness that is a bedrock in Ignatian spirituality and Jesuit education. Especially in times of uncertainty and rapid change, taking time to reflect becomes essential. In light of the new set of circumstances many of us find ourselves in with COVID-19, the Examen has been adapted to this unique situation. The examen is available in English and Español.
This fact sheet provides background information on female genital mutilation and identifies voices of women and men working to end this practice. Faith in action steps and discussion questions are also included.
This prayer service reminds us of the faith that has moved U.S. President Jimmy Carter to dedicate himself to human rights, global healthcare, and peace for many decades and that continues to motivate him in his 93rd year.
The Netflix documentary End Game offers a compassionate exploration of how residents in palliative care facilities are helped to face death with dignity. Discussion questions, faith in action, and a prayer are included.
As we celebrate World Health Day on April 7, let us pray to follow Christ the Healer, who displayed compassion and care for all who were suffering, especially those at the margins.
This prayer guides us to pray for the healing of the young women who were victims of genital mutilation and for the end of this violent practice. February 6th is the International Day of Zero Tolerance for Female Genital Mutilation.
The HBO film The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks is based on Rebecca Skloot’s 2010 book of the same title about the life of Henrietta Lacks, a woman whose cancer cells revolutionized medical science and whose identity had been hidden from most of the world for decades while countless companies profited off her cells.
This resource provides a synthesis of Catholic social teaching on healthcare and includes a timeline, links for other resources, and a prayer for healthcare reform.
Code Black highlights the challenges of practicing medicine in a high-trauma zone while dealing with institutional bureaucracy. This discussion guide includes reflection questions that provide important perspective on the contemporary healthcare debate.
This prayer reflects on Christ’s inclusive healing ministry and calls us to support healthcare for all, especially those in poverty, those marginalized, and those ignored.
In celebration of the International Day of Older Persons, this film discussion guide explores the power of music in overcoming memory loss. Alive Inside is a touching, powerful film that brings forth many important connections between Catholic social thought and the wisdom figures in our lives.
