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Dear ,
With the Labor Day holiday upon us, we wish you time for rest, relaxation and appreciation for the labor of justice. We look at a variety of issues, controversies and needs in our world today in this posting. We hope you will take time to explore the resources available and use the "comment" feature on the website to let us know what you think or how you use a particular resource.
We have a great lineup of new resources to support your ministry of faith and justice. See our list at the left.
Peace,
Sr. Katherine Feely, SND
The Education for Justice Team
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A Prayer Reflection for Mine Workers
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|  33 Miners Trapped AliveThirty-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 highlighted the danger of mining. Education for Justice has prepared a prayer and reflection resource to pray, especially this labor day, for all those who work in the mining or extractive industries and to pray especially for the families affected by this recent tragedy. Go to resource |
A Prayer for 9/11
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|  We Remember and Pray for Healing
This prayer marks the anniversary when thousands of lives were lost and a nation's consciousness was forever changed. We remember the families of those so deeply touched by this act of terror and we pray for healing as we embrace the future. Go to prayer |
Lesson Plan: A Mosque Near Ground Zero
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|  A Perspectives Analysis & CST
The current controversy over the proposed building of a new community center and Mosque near Ground Zero provides a teachable moment to look beneath the rhetoric and analyze a variety of perspectives beneath the surface. This resource includes background information, a step by step process, handouts, links and suggested discussion questions. Explore the issues from the lens of Catholic social teaching and the deeper values of respect for all God's people.
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Discussion Guidelines for Controversial Topics
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|  Print-Ready Handout
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 group participants. |
A Theology of Power - Part Two
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|  A New Seminar Series
This series offers a theology that moves beyond a dualism of good versus evil. The series explores the dynamics and uses of power from a variety of perspectives. Each posting this fall will include a new segment of the series.
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 ways in which God displays power in both the Hebrew Scriptures and New Testament and focuses on the distinctive nature of Jesus as God's love in the flesh.
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International Day for the Preservation of Ozone Layer
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|  September 16, 2010In his "World Day of Peace Message 2010," Pope Benedict asserted,
"... it is imperative that humankind renew and strengthen "that
covenant between human beings and the environment, which should mirror
the creative love of God, from whom we come and towards whom we are
journeying." While the international
community has taken some important steps in working towards greater
protection of the ozone layer, there is still much more to be done. Use this two-page resource with background, links and a prayer to mark this day. Go to resource |
Korean Martyrs Feast Day
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|  September 20, 2010
Andrew Kim Taegon is one of the 103 Korean martyrs being honored on this feast day. This one-page resource includes biographical background on the martyrs honored this day, connections to Catholic social teaching and prayers of intercession.
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A Million Minutes for Peace
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|  Sign the Pledge for Peace
We are proud to partner with Odyssey Networks' Million Minutes for Peace Campaign, and we're working to help collect one million pledges to pray for peace in observance of the United Nations International Day of Peace.
On September 21, 2010, people all over the world will stop at noon and pray for peace for one minute - in their own way.
Join us in pledging a minute of silence to pray for peace.
Pledge to Pray for Peace
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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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