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On the Brink of Summer
| June 3, 2010 | |
Dear ,
The news these days has been rather grim. We watch the violence escalate in the Middle East, the tensions rise between North and South Korea, the loss of life in Afghanistan and Iraq and of course the Gulf Oil spill's unabated destruction. We pray for each of these situations.
In reading the signs of the times, however we are also called to be people of action, not spectators. May we listen to the Spirit calling forth a response from each of us to be witnesses, peace-builders, hope-bringers, advocates and companions. May we seek new possibilities in the face of great obstacles with courage.
We have a series of new resources for you assist you in each of these calls. Please see the list of new resources to the left.
Also, as we look towards the summer, please let us know how we can support your ministry with new resource ideas and suggestions. Email us at efj@coc.org.
Peace,
Sr. Katherine Feely, SND
The Education for Justice Team
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Gulf of Mexico Oil Spill & A CST Perspective
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|  Consumption & Corporate Accountability
The massive devastation in the Gulf of Mexico as a result of the BP Oil rig explosion will continue to affect people and the ecosystems for years to come. New questions are now being raised and must be examined to look at the impact of our choices and actions when it comes to deep sea drilling and the consumption demand for oil. This three page resource includes basic facts, quotes from Church leaders, questions for reflection and discussion and suggestions for taking action. |
End of the School Year Commissioning Service
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|  A Prayer Service & Sending Forth
This two-page prayer service is designed as a commissioning service and a sending forth at the conclusion of the academic semester or school year. It can be used for students or faculty. It includes prayers, rituals, readings and commissioning. |
World Day Against Child Labor
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|  June 12
The root cause of child labor is poverty. The livelihood of many poor families often relies on a child's earnings. The family may also not have enough money to meet education costs, so the children may have to work.
Child labor includes the use of children in slavery, forced labor, trafficking, debt bondage, serfdom, prostitution, pornography, forced or compulsory recruitment for armed conflict, as well as work that is harmful to their health or safety.Work is being done around the globe to address poverty and end child labor.
This Prayer to End Child Labor is in both Spanish and English and can be used with bilingual audiences.
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"LOST": Discussion Guide - Catholic Social Teaching
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|  *Updated for the last episode!
The Lost series offers opportunities for reflection on some of the main principles of Catholic Social teaching as well as on the relationship of faith, spirituality, and moral decisions, decisions that may have social and communal implications and impact.
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Prayer Service: World Refugee Day is June 20
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|  "Refugees Seeking a Home"
World Refugee Day is June 20. The United Nation's theme for the 2010 World Refugee Day is "They took my home, but they can't take my future." This print-ready prayer service includes prayers and reflections, readings and ritual for marking this day and praying for refugees everywhere. |
Summer Reading List & Catholic Social Teaching
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|  Grab a book, Dive in
You don't' need to leave home to travel to some remarkable places and encounter remarkable lives. Reading is one of the best pastimes summer has to offer. These recent works are worthy of note and we have highlighted their connection to Catholic social teaching themes. We hope each book suggested below will leave you with an expanded world view, food for thought, and a greater sense of solidarity. Add these to your summer reading list or Book Club line up. |
June is Torture Awareness Month
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|  End the use of TortureEducation for Justice has the following resources available on the site to expand your awareness and inform your advocacy:
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Sunday Lectionary Reflections
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| Readings, Reflections, Connections and Prayer
The 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.
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