Social Justice Topics

Prayer in Celebration of Justice in the World

The 1971 Catholic social teaching encyclical, Justice in the World, echoes the Scriptures: "Our relationship to our neighbor is bound up with our relationship to God" (34). It continues by pointing...
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Prayer Service

Occupy Prayer Service

This two-page prayer service from Interfaith Worker Justice offers a way to join in solidarity with those who are bringing attention to the current economic crisis and the unjust practices that...
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Prayer Service

Justice in the World Prayer Service

The 1971 Bishops' Synod document, Justice in the World, continues to inspire, inform, and motivate its readers. Celebrate its 40th anniversary with this two-page original prayer service.

25th Anniversary of Prayer for Peace at Assisi

On October 27, 2011 religious leaders from around the world come together in prayer in Assisi, Italy, to honor Pope John Paul II's historic event 25 years ago. This update of the event includes...
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Seeing History Anew: A Reflection on Celebrating Columbus Day in the Light of Faith

This two page reflection addresses the moral ambiguity of the U.S. Federal Columbus Day holiday. Questions for discussion are included.  

Can We Teach Peace?

September 21 is the International Day for Peace. In this three page reflection, long-time peace educator Colman McCarthy argues that peace can and should be taught in elementary and high schools....
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Food Security: Famine in Somalia

This two page backgrounder provides critical information for understanding the famine in Somalia and surrounding areas. It reviews the region's tendency towards drought, how colonization played a...
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Justice in the World - 40 years later

Nuclear Energy and the Common Good: Survivors and Bishops Speak Out

In the wake of the earthquake in Japan, a growing number of people--including Nagasaki and Hiroshima survivors and a Japanese bishop--are raising concerns about nuclear energy. This three page...
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The Whistleblower

This film guide overviews the recently released drama The Whistleblower. The film tells the story of Nebraska police officer Kathy Bolkovac who uncovered human trafficking while working for a private...
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Alabama Immigration Law Threatens Free Exercise of Religion

Alabama has passed a law that would make it a crime to knowingly assist an illegal immigrant by providing them a ride, a job, a place to live or any other kind of social assistance, including...
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Prayer Service

Prayer Service for Back to School

Start the school year off by fostering your students’ spirituality. This prayer service includes an opening and closing prayer, readings from the gospel of John, Corinthians, and the Book of...
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