Peace & Justice

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Uphold Justice

Reflect To follow Jesus is to commit ourselves to justice. This requires inward change more often than we would like and can be a complicated …

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Let Justice Flow Like a River

Dorothy Day lived in a time replete with injustice against others, and she actively refused to fade into all the noise. Her life—marked by justice and solidarity—serves as a reminder of the gospel message.
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Perceptions of migrants are in the political crosshairs ahead of midterms

The political ads began appearing in early October, strategically aired a month before the November midterm elections that will determine which party will control the U.S. House of Representatives.
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New documentary on Sister Thea Bowman highlights her faith, justice work

A new documentary on Sister Thea Bowman shines a light on her life and work as an advocate for racial justice and intercultural understanding.
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Pope: Without forgiveness and humility, injustice will rage

The world will keep witnessing wars, violence and injustice as long as people fail to understand that true freedom comes from seeking God's will, love and mercy, Pope Francis said.
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Welcoming Afghan Refugees

Inspired by St. Francis, this author reaches beyond language and cultural differences to connect with Afghan refugees resettling in the United States.
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Franciscans at the Border

Along treacherous stretches of borderland between the United States and Mexico, Franciscans are working to respond to the humanitarian crisis there with faith and compassion.
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