War

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Prayer

Prayer for Conscientious Objectors

In this prayer we remember those who are guided by their consciences to take a stand against war.  
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Film Discussion Guide

Hacksaw Ridge

As we celebrate International Conscientious Objector Day on May 15, we remember the life of conscientious objector, Private Desmond T. Doss, who vowed to remain faithful to the commandment, “Thou...
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Film Discussion Guide

Sophie Scholl: The Final Days

Sophie Scholl was a German university student who spoke out about the failings of the Nazi regime despite the cost. This film discussion guide provides questions to reflect on her words and...
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Reflection

Catholic Social Thought and War

Father Fred Kammer discusses the development of the Church’s perspective on war; Pope Francis’s latest pronouncements on nuclear weapons and war are included.  

Signs of Our Times: Bringing Comfort and Relief to the Suffering People of Our World

This litany remembers all who are torn away from their homes and their families by war, violence, greed, and natural disasters.  
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Prayer

One With the Suffering People of Syria

We pray for an end to the war in Syria and ask God to give comfort and strength to our sisters and brothers who have suffered for too long.
Prayer

One With the Suffering People of Syria

We pray for an end to the war in Syria and ask God to give comfort and strength to our sisters and brothers who have suffered for too long.
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Prayer

A Prayer for Aleppo

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Peace

This collection of resources, both revised and new, expanded upon the theme of peace. Subtopics include nonviolence, pacifism, conscientious objection, and nuclear disarmament. Fact Sheet:...
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Prayer

Prayer for the Palestinians

This prayer calls attention to the Church's concern for the Palestinian people and for an authentic peace in the Mideast during a time of violence and conflict in the region.
Quiz

Quiz: Refugees and Internally Displaced Persons

This short true/false quiz on refugees and Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) has been revised with updated statistics.
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Film Discussion Guide

Film Discussion Guide: Voces Inocentes (Innocent Voices)

This striking movie tells the true story of a young boy in El Salvador who, during the country’s civil war, must choose between joining the military or the rebels. A synopsis, connections to CST...
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