Social Justice Topics

Prayer

Prayer After the Elections

After the polls are closed, this prayer asks God to guide those who were elected, that they may promote the common good and seek solidarity with all people around the world. Not a member?  View...
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Film Discussion Guide

Human Dignity and the Migration Crisis

Reflect on the humanitarian crisis at the U.S.-Mexico border alongside the obstacles and opportunities that can be utilized to create a new approach that will uphold human dignity and advance the...
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Activity

Student Guide on Migrants and Refugees

The United States is a nation of immigrants—people from around the world and diverse cultural traditions have made significant contributions to our history and have helped shape our communities and...
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Bulletin Insert: Migrants and Refugees and the United States Elections (Revised)

This bulletin insert offers insights from Catholic Social Teaching on migrants, refugees, and the elections. It includes recent statistics and reflections from Catholic Social Teaching. Additionally,...
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Prayer for Voter Participation

Reflect on voter participation alongside the value of democracy and calls on citizens to cherish and actively participate as voters to bring light to our nation. Not a member? View sample resource
Prayer

Prayer for Elections

As elections draw near, may we be discerning and reflective as we decide who to call to the task of working toward the common good as our representatives. Not a member?  View sample resource.

Juneteenth Social Media Pack

Download EFJ social media images—designed in 1080x1080 for Instagram and Facebook—to share on your social media feeds/bulletin around Juneteenth on June 19. Not a member? View sample...
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Activity

Catholic Social Teaching Summer Reading List 2024

Summer provides an opportunity to read (or reread) compelling books, to watch some well-made films and series (or rewatch old favorites), and to spend time in spiritual reflection. Here are some...
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Video

Faith and the Faithful in the 2024 Election

Reflect on faith and the 2024 U.S. presidential election using our discussion guide and snippets from the Initiative on Catholic Social Thought and Public Life at Georgetown University's recent...
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Activity

Catholic Social Teaching and the 2024 Elections, Part Three

In November 2024, Americans will elect new leaders, including the president and members of Congress. As people of faith, it's important to consider Catholic Social Teaching principles when voting....
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Cover of the book "Doing Faith Justice" An Introduction to Catholic Social Teach In
Book Discussion Guide

Doing Faithjustice Discussion Guide

In the latest edition of Doing Faithjustice, Fred Kammer S.J., a lawyer, activist, and Jesuit priest, addresses the pressing issue of human poverty and injustice amidst our consumer-driven,...
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Reflection

Laudato Si' and Ecological Conversion

Learn about 'ecological conversion' in the context of Laudato Si' and how Pope Francis calls each of us to make individual lifestyle choices and to work for structural change to protect the integrity...
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