Greetings! 
Greetings of peace!
In this issue, consideration is given to peace building in a world beset by war. Within the framework of Catholic Social Teaching, our guest writer, Scott Wright, focuses upon the implementations of U.S. nuclear policy and the threat of war with Iran. Also in this posting are new resources on All Souls' Day, a bulletin insert on global security and the 2012 elections, a unit on the Congo, a film discussion on the documentary Fog of War, as well as a prayer service through the eyes of a child. We hope that you will find these resources of value.
The principles of CST are an insistent reminder that our response to wars, and calls of war, must be an ever greater commitment to building pathways to a world of peace. Let us join our voices with Pope Paul VI in saying, "No more war, war never again!"
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Companions on the journey for justice and peace, Sister Dianna Ortiz and the Education for Justice Team efj@coc.org |
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The Danger of Another War in the Middle East
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In this resource, our guest writer, Scott Wright, considers the relationships between the U.S. nuclear deterrence policy, Catholic Social Teaching, and the possibility of war with Iran.
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Prayer for a Resolution to Conflicts around the World
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| Prayer Service 
This five-page service for the resolution to conflicts around the world commences under the guidance of a child with the invitation to see the destruction of war and violence through his eyes. It concludes with suggestions on ways to put one's faith in service to action.
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Global Security and the 2012 Elections
| | Bulletin Insert 
The results of the U.S. election season will have profound impacts on people around the globe. This bulletin insert includes statistics on key issues pertaining to global security, reflections from Catholic Social Teaching, and questions for candidates to public office.
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Prayer for the Election
| | Faithful Citizenship 
This prayer seeks, as we consider our consciences ahead of the election, for discernment in service to the common good.
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All Souls' Day
| | November 2nd 
This two-page resource provides a brief history and the traditions of two important days in the Catholic faith: All Souls' Day and "The Day of the Dead."
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A Closer Look at the Congo
| | Multimedia Unit: 'I Am Congo' 
This resource was created to bring to light the current situation in the Democratic Republic of Congo. Located in the heart of Africa, the Congo is unique in its beauty and history, but also in its track record of grave injustices and human rights atrocities. This unit uses video to explore the Congo, looking at the country's history and current chaotic situation through its portrayal in the media.
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Fog of War
| | Film Discussion 
This resource is a two-page discussion guide to the documentary Fog of War. The film examines eleven lessons learned by former Secretary of Defense Robert McNamara about the need for a moral compass in U.S. foreign policy. These lessons also touch on some of the fundamental conditions underlying "Just War" theory.
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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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