Social Justice Topics Archives

Reflection

Thích Nhat Hanh: An Apostle of Peace and Nonviolence, October 11

Thích Nhat Hanh is a Zen Buddhist monk, global spiritual leader, poet, author, and peace activist. This reflection takes his quotes and urges readers to see how they too can become apostles of peace...

Prayer Service

World Food Day, October 16

This short prayer service features quotes of five modern popes who have all urged people of faith to advocate for the right to food so everyone can enjoy daily bread and find a place at the...

Litany

Black Poetry Day, October 17

This short litany includes a small sample of black poets, known and often unknown, who have used their words to shed light on the institutional sins of racism and inequality. Commemorate Black...

Film Discussion Guide

Alive Inside

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...

Fact Sheet & Handout

Ken Saro-Wiwa: Writer, Activist & Martyr, October 10

This resource provides a brief overview of the life of Ken Saro-Wiwa, a Nigerian writer, environmental activist and martyr. He was known for standing up against the Shell oil company to preserve his...

Bulletin Insert

World Mission Day, October 15

World Mission Day is celebrated every year to celebrate missionaries in the Catholic Church and support them through prayer, action, and giving. This bulletin insert provides an overview of what...

Bulletin Insert

Have a Fair Trade Halloween, October 31

This bulletin insert can be used to educate parishioners and students about ways to celebrate Halloween that supports fair trade, an integral aspect of Catholic social thought.

Prayer

Prayer for Girls and Young Women

In celebration of the United Nations International Day of the Girl Child on October 11, this prayer remembers all of the young girls and women in our world who are not given the same opportunities as...