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This week the world watches as the South Sudanese vote on whether or not to seek independence from the North. The referendum began on Jan. 9 and voting will remain open until Jan. 15. See our prayer below as we all continue to watch and pray for a peaceful outcome and a future full of hope.
We wish to extend our prayers and wishes to you for a graced and blessed New Year as we cross this threshold of time and begin a new year and a new decade.
We have a new lineup of resources to support your ministry of faith and justice. Please see our list at the left.
Happy New Year,
Sr. Katherine Feely, SND
The Education for Justice Team
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2011 Pope Benedict's World Day of Peace Message
| |  A Reflection and Discussion Guide
Pope Benedict's 2011 World Day of Peace Message for January 1, 2011 focuses on Religious Freedom this year. This resource provides and overview of his message along with questions for reflection and discussion.
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Sudan Update from CRS
| |  The Referendum is this week
Sudan is at a critical crossroads and the fate of its people hangs in the balance. In early January, 2011 the people of southern Sudan will vote on a referendum that will determine if the country of Sudan should be divided into two separate countries...north Sudan and south Sudan ore remain united.
Stay up do date with what is happening in Sudan:
- Prayer for Sudan
- 101 Days of Prayer for Sudan
- Background on the Referendum and the Comprehensive Peace Agreement for Sudan
- Information and advocacy resources
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Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
| |  Monday, January 17, 2011
Education for Justice has the following resources to mark this anniversary:
- Biography & Background Resource on the Life of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. - click here
- Prayer Service: Martin Luther King, Jr. Prophetic Vision Prayer Service - click here
- Prayer Service for Martin Luther King, Jr. Day - click here
- Prayer for Martin Luther King, Jr.'s Birthday - click here
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A Prayer for Those Who Migrate
| |  A Perilous Journey
The world is experiencing unprecedented movements of peoples due to war, violence, famine and natural disasters. This prayer of solidarity brings their needs and realities before us so that we may respond.
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The Spirituality of Justice - Eucharist & Justice
| |  Sr. Theresa Koernke, IHM
This interactive video series is designed to engage the question, "How is an experience of God and action for justice an essential expression of being human?" In this segment listen to Sr. Theresa explore the essential connection between the Eucharist and the work for justice. Videos are accompanied with discussion questions and transcript.
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PowerPoint on: "Why is Haiti So Poor?"
| |  Haiti: Structural Causes of Poverty
As the recovery and reconstruction of Haiti continue, learn more about the structural causes of poverty that have added to the magnitude of the earthquake disaster. This interactive PowerPoint looks at the root causes and the economic and political factors that plagued Haiti long before this recent disaster.
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International Day of Prayer for Peace in the Holy Land
| |  A Prayer for the Mideast The Third International Day of Intercession for Peace in the Holy Land will take place on January 29-30, 2011. Catholic Youth Organizations are leading the way. Use this prayer to mark the occasion and commit to 24 hours of prayer and intercession. More than 2,000 cities globally and planning to participate. Go to prayer
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Understanding the U.S. Refugee Program
| |  What happens to Refugees in the U.S.?
This interactive module explains the basic process of resettlement when a person comes to the United States as a refugee.
The module includes a step-by-step explanation of the program, the realities and processes required at each stage.
Short quizzes to test comprehension appear at the end of each step.
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Sunday Lectionary Reflections
| | 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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