Social Justice Topics

Prayer

Prayer for Prophetic Resilience

The theme of the Ignatian Solidarity Network's 2020 Ignatian Family Teach-In for Justice was Prophetic Resilience: Breaking Down, Building Up. Using the seasons as a metaphor, this prayer calls us to...
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Fact Sheet & Handout

Crossing the Big Divide: Bridging the Income and Wealth Gaps in Our Nation

In this presentation, Sr. Simone Campbell explains race-based income and wealth disparities, the historical causes of these inequalities, and the importance of addressing structural racism in...
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Prayer

Post-Election Prayer

This post-election prayer asks for openness to walk a path towards peace and unity as a country and to choose light over division in the days, weeks, and months after the election.
Fact Sheet & Handout

Voting Rights Timeline

The Voting Rights Timeline shows the major developments to voting rights in the United States from 1776 to 2020. Follow along the timeline to see the expansion of voter rights throughout United...
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Activity

Conversations on Race in the Classroom: Defining the Terms

Conversations about race are more crucial now than ever, and it is important to know how to facilitate these conversations in a classroom. In this series, Justin White and Br. Ken Homan, S.J. share...
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Activity

Physically Distanced Service Ideas

Your usual service programs might not be feasible to do this year; however, there are still plenty of ways to provide service to your community especially through education, advocacy, and prayer. Use...
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Fact Sheet & Handout

Racial Justice Movie Guide

Use the Racial Justice Movie Guide for information on 11 movies and documentaries that explore themes of racial justice in the United States. This guide contains short summaries of the movies, links...
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Prayer

A Prayer for Creation and Migration

September marks the Season of Creation as well as World Day of Migrants and Refugees. As we reflect on the interconnections between climate change and migration, we invite you to pray for creation...
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Prayer

Season of Creation Jubilee Prayer

As we enter the Season of Creation, we hold and uplift the current turmoil of the world. We pray for guidance to explore the theme of Jubilee for the earth, as we find radically new ways to live in...
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Reflection

Catholic Social Teaching and Racism in Education

Learn about key moments in from history that have perpetuated racism in the education system in the United States to the present moment. Discussion questions invite critical thinking around the...
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Film Discussion Guide

John Lewis: Good Trouble

This film discussion guide provides questions to go along with the documentary about civil rights leader John Lewis. Topics covered include commitment to Nonviolence, voter rights, and the role of...
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Prayer

Prayer for an Uncertain Beginning to a New Academic Year

Beginning a new school year always brings excitement and challenges; however, starting school in the midst of a pandemic brings a new level of uncertainty and fear for students and teachers. This...
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