Social Justice Topics

To Labor and To Love: A prayer on the Feast of Saint Frances Cabrini

St. Frances Cabrini is the patron of immigrants. Her feast day is November 13th. This prayer celebrates her labors of love as the first U.S. citizen to be canonized.  
Lesson Plan

...And Health Care for All

The Affordable Care Act expands access to quality health care. Yet obstacles remain to getting people enrolled, and the need for universal health care persists for immigrants here and people around...
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Food Fight: Congress Debates SNAP Cuts

On Sept. 19, the House passed a bill that deals a major blow to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program. It would drop 3.8 million people from food aid next year. Learn more about farm bill...
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Prayer Service

Syria: May Peace Prevail

As leaders work to negotiate to end the use of chemical weapons in Syria, we pray that peace will prevail and for the safety and needs of refugees. This package also includes Pax Christi's statement...
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Lee Daniels' The Butler

Lee Daniels' The Butler tells the story of White House butler who served eight U.S. presidents, while trying to support his family through turbulent times. Our discussion guide explores the...
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Grandparents Day Resources

These resources for Grandparents Day discuss some recent statements in which Pope Francis lifts up the blessings that grandparents provide to society. The "Am I My Grandchild's Keeper?" fact sheet...
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Immigration Reform: Resisting Indifference

The push for comprehensive immigration reform appears stalled in the House of Representatives. This update includes insights from Pope Francis and Archbishop Jose Gomez, along with a call for...
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The Good Bishop

Phyllis Theroux has written a comprehensive story of the courageous life of Bishop Walter Sullivan of Richmond, Va. This discussion guide explores his ministry and how he lived out Catholic...
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Prayer Service

Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking

June 26 is the International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking. The effort is an ongoing commitment to strengthen cooperation and action against drug trafficking and abuse around...
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Guatemalan Genocide Trials

Uncover insightful resources on the Guatemalan genocide trials, a pivotal chapter in the history of human rights advocacy. These materials provide a deep dive into the quest for justice...
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Prayer Service

Guantánamo: Forgiveness, Justice, and Mercy

The situation at the detention center at Guantánamo Bay is dire. More than 100 prisoners continue to be detained without charge, trial, or prospect of release. Prayer and action are needed.  

A Glimpse of the Syrian Crisis

Prospects of peace remain dim in Syria. An estimated 70,000 people have lost their lives and more are being killed every day. Human rights violations abound. This thorough backgrounder provides...
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