Social Justice Topics

Prayer Service

Prayer for Migrant Children

Pope Benedict’s 2010 Message for Migrant and Refugee Day focuses on the plight of migrant children around the world.  While this day is officially celebrated on January 17, the Pope released his...
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Climate Change: Theological Reflections

This PowerPoint presentation on Climate Change offers theological points for reflection and connection. God's creation reveals God's glory. Stewardship is a call to reverence all that God has...
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Healthcare

There is a lot of misinformation regarding the Catholic/Christian perspective on the issue of healthcare reform. This two-page resource provides a succinct summary of the key points drawn from the...
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Film Discussion Guide

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"Caritas in Veritate" - A Closer Look at Labor

Brian Corbin from the Diocese of Youngstown offers an analysis on Pope Benedict's treatment of labor in the newest encyclical, "Caritas in Veritate." This timely two-page resource is a great...
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Made in L.A.

Made in L.A. is an Emmy award-winning feature documentary (70 min) that follows the remarkable story of three Latina immigrants working in Los Angeles garment sweatshops as they embark on a...
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Populorum Progressio and Caritas in Veritate: Authentic, Integral, Human Development

Pope Benedict’s encyclical, Caritas in Veritate (Love in Truth) is an anniversary document marking the 40th anniversary of Populorum Progressio issued by Pope Paul VI in 1967. Benedict notes,...
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Caritas in Veritate, Charity in Truth

Caritas in Veritate addresses the social themes vital to the well-being of humanity and reminds us that authentic renewal of both individuals and society requires living by Christ’s truth in love. ...
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A Summer Prayer for Children

This prayer expresses gratitude for the summer season and asks God for safety and the freedom to play for all children.  
Quiz

Economic Crisis Quiz

Test your knowledge on the the key issues of the economic crisis. This interactive quiz is a great springboard into a discussion of root causes and the intersection of forces that need to be...
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Earth

Earth provides a remarkable perspective on the planet we call home. It tells the story of three animal families and their journeys across the planet. This movie discussion guide connects the film...
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The Soloist

The Soloist is the true story of Los Angeles Times Journalist Steve Lopez and his friendship with Nathaniel Anthony Ayers, Jr. When Lopez first meets Ayers, he is playing a violin with only two...
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