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Power Series

A Theology of Power: Part Two , by: Robert Stewart

Power Part Two: Biblical Stories: God Present with Power Part Two: looks at the biblical definitions of power and traces the Greek and Hebrew words associated with power.  This section explores w...more
Discussion group

Discussion Guidelines and Ground Rules , by: Education for Justice

This two-page downloadable resource is desined to help facilitate respectful dialogue around controversial topics. This resource provides discussion guidelines and ground rules for facilitators and gr...more

Prayer for 9/11 , by: Jane Deren, PhD

The flames and ashes proclaimed our brokenness,But healing was our challenge and our call,Our vocation in the Spirit.  We must continue as a human communityTo move toward wholeness,To repair the ...more

A Theology of Power: Part One , by: Bob Stewart, with Jane Deren, editor

This series offers a theology that moves beyond a dualism of good versus evil.  In a broken world, it is the Incarnation of God in the person of Jesus that is "a rescue and redemption operation, ...more

Reflection & Prayer for Mine Workers , by: Jane Deren, PhD

Thirty-Three mine workers in Chile are currently trapped alive 2,200 feet underground. It could be more than a month before they are rescued. Recent tragedies in the U.S. and elsewhere have highlighte...more

A Vision of Labor, Solidarity & Social Justice , by: Robert Stewart

This two-page resource provides a look at the intersection of labor, solidarity and social justice through the life and work of Walter Reuther.  This Labor Day piece looks at Catholic social teac...more

Prayer for the People of Pakistan , by: Linda Jones/CAFOD

We pray for those who have been affected
by the immense flooding in Pakistan.
From the northern mountains
to the southern wheat fields
the rising water has left devastation in its wake.

Compassionate God, have mercy.

Wipe away the tears of those
who have lost their families,
their homes and their livelihoods.

Loving God, hear our cries.

We pray for those battling
to deliver aid and support,
and for the families and friends

Back to School Prayer for Educators , by: Jane Deren

As I step into a new academic year, Restore my spirit. Renew my passion... ...more

Prayer Service for the Start of a New School Year

This two-page prayer service provides a print-ready prayer service which sets a tone and calls on God's blessing for the new year of learning ahead. Prayer service includes readings from scriptures, i...more
The work of our hands

Litany for Labor Day , by: Jane Deren

This two-page resource includes a litany for workers of all kinds, praying for 'the work of our hands', along with updates on current legislation pertaining to worker's rights. An advocacy activity c...more

Labor Day: A Time To Reflect On And Work For Economic Justice For All , by: Bob Stewart

Labor Day is a fitting occasion to look again at the Church's teaching on the economy. This two-page article provides a lens for assessing the current economic realities of our country and wider worl...more

Litany for the Remembrance of Hiroshima and Nagasaki , by: Jane Deren

We Remember Hiroshima and Nagasaki And the skies rained down fire. Hiroshima. Nagasaki. In the gardens of those cities the agony began. The images of flames, smoke, destruction. The smell of burning...more

Justice and Peace Calendar 2010-2011 , by: Education for Justice

This calendar is an extensive listing of relevant justice and peace anniversaries and events from August 2010 through July 2011. Education for Justice creates resources to correspond to these dates. ...more
Jerusalem

Middle East & Church Basics , by: Jane Deren

A Long History, A Hopeful Future: This three-page resource lays out the broad strokes of the Church's work in the Middle East over time to bring about peace and a just resolution to the long-simmering...more
Pastoral Circle

The Pastoral Circle - Explained , by: Dave Semmens, O. Carm

This resource is an interactive presentation explaining how to use this tool in daily life.  It's a tool that directs faith to relevant political, social, and economic events.  The pastoral ...more