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A Pilgrimage for Peace in the Holy Land , by: Jill Rauh

Each year, the Vatican sponsors a "marathon-pilgrimage" for peace in the Holy Land in order to encourage dialogue in this conflict-ridden part of the world. This resource provides instructio...more

Prayer for Disarmament Week (Oct. 24-30) , by: Jill Rauh

Peaceful God,
We come to you from the midst of a broken world where nations raise weapons against nations and mothers and children are the innocent victims of violence.
We cry out for peace!

Wise God,

October 8, 2006 - Vatican Continues to Make Strong Statements Urging Disarmament , by: Jill Rauh

NOTE: Key terms are in bold and definitions can be found in section after the article text.

In the months leading up to Disarmament Week (October 24-30), the Vatican has been anything but silent about its position on large—and small—weapons of destruction.

The U.S. Bishops Urge Responsible Transition in Iraq, plus Fact Sheet on the Situation in Iraq , by: Education for Justice

A short article on the bishops' Nov. 2006 statement on Iraq is provided, as well as a comprehensive fact sheet that explains current events, new reports, the insurgency, economic costs, reconstruction...more

Victims of Torture , by: Education for Justice

The International Day in Support of Victims of Torture is June 26. Use this fact sheet to learn about the torture that remains a problem in at least half the world's countries in the 21st century. ...more

Disarmament Week , by: Education for Justice

This resource provides reflections, Catholic Social Teaching and discussion questions on disarmament and the arms race. ...more
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