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Dear ,
Pope Benedict's latest encyclical, "Caritas in Veritate" (Love in Truth) was just released earlier this week. It is a long-awaited document and one you will find well worth reading. It highlights 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.
In this posting you will find a helpful guide or
précis to the overall structure and content of the encyclical along with tips for reading the encyclical and bulletin quotes for reflection and conversation.
Over
the coming weeks, Education for Justice will be developing educational
and catechetical resources based on this encyclical including a study
guide, lesson plans, deeper analysis, and more.
Peace,
The Education for Justice Team
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New Encyclical Overview: Caritas in Veritate
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 "Love 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. Truth in love is the heart of the Church's social teaching.
In this encyclical, Pope Benedict does not offer technical solutions to social problems, but rather focuses on the principles indispensable for authentic human development.
The document below provides a structural map and outline of the newest encyclical.
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Tips for Reading Encyclical Documents
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These twelve simple tips will help you to read and reflect on the newest encyclical and contribute to your
understanding of the social issues and vision articulated by Pope Benedict. This one-page resource addresses the question of how to approach
reading an encyclical and includes essential tips on what to do, and what not to do.
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New Book on Service Learning!
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 Whatsoever You Do: Helping Students Think Deeply About Service Experiences
This new resource edited by Christiane Connors from the NCEA Secondary Education Department and Fr. Martin Connell, S.J. is a book for practitioners by practitioners. It offers a wealth of wisdom and experience that can support anyone involved in service learning activities. Add this to your summer reading list and use it to strengthen your service-learning program. Go to bookstoreGet sample chapter: "Immersion Trips Across Borders" |
Prayer for Communities in Political Turmoil
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 Honduras, China, Iran
Recent headlines have focused our attention on the political unrest and violence caused by the political coup in Honduras, the discrimination and use of force on minority populations in western China and the suspected rigging of the election outcome in Iran.
This prayer, based on the Psalms, keeps those communities experiencing civil, political and social unrest in our prayers. Go to prayer |
In the News: Honduras Coup - A First-Hand Look
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 Honduran Bishops Denounce Coup
On June 28, 2009 a political coup in Honduras forcibly removed Honduran President, Manuel Zelaya, from power and flew him to Costa Rica.
Education for Justice member, John Donaghy is in Honduras and provides a first-hand look at what is happening. This overview provides background information and the current state of affairs along with several statements issued in country that provide an analysis and commentary on the recent events. Use this resource in conjunction with our prayer above.
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Sunday Lectionary Reflection
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The Word Becomes Flesh
The Sunday Lectionary Reflections by Fr. John Bucki, S.J., provide an excellent resource for personal or communal reflection on the Word as well as ideas for homily preparation. Each reflection includes a list of the readings, quotes for reflection, connections to Catholic Social Teaching, Prayers of the Faithful/Petitions, links for action and more. For this week's reflection, follow the link below.
Go to Lectionary Reflection
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