Posts Tagged ‘Social Justice’
Catholic Social Justice
In the recent months there has been much debate in the media with regards to the activities of faith based communities including the Catholic Church with regards to the value of social justice ministries. Some have suggested that the ministries of social justice are not authentic Christian ministries and that they are a cover for ... Read more
The Ascension of Christ: a Labyrinth of social justice
Lectionary Readings: Acts 1:1-11. Between Easter and Ascension Jesus instructs the apostles and advised them to “wait… [for] you will be baptized with the Holy Spirit.” Eventually Jesus will return gloriously, the same way by which he ascended from their midst. Ephesians 1:17-23. Christ’s “fullness fills the universe” and so the Lord distributes “the wealth of his ... Read more
In Lectionary Reflections | Tagged Ascension, Labyrinth, Social Justice
“Thy Will Be Done”: The Power of Prayer
On Thursday May 6th we in the United States observe the National Day of Prayer. In our nation there are some who may question whether a secular and pluralistic society should espouse an official event that has religious overtones. I deeply admire our pluralistic society and I wholeheartedly agree with protecting religious liberty and to ... Read more
Second Sunday After Christmas
Readings: Sirach 24: 1-4, 8-12. Wisdom proclaims her life with God before the creation of the world. Afterwards she wandered the world restlessly until she fixed her abode at the Jerusalem temple. Ephesians 1:3-6, 15-18. Before creation God predestined us in Christ as the object of his love and as his very own adopted children Paul ... Read more
In Lectionary Reflections | Tagged charity, Christ, Ephesians, God, Jesus, John, Logos, Predestined, Sirach, Social Justice, Sophia, The Word, Wisdom
32 Sunday of Ordinary Time
Readings: 1 Kings 17:10-16. The poor widow makes bread for Elijah with her last remaining ingredients only to be blest by God with a year’s worth of flour and oil. Hebrews 9:24-28. Christ is the high priest who has removed our sins through his sacrifice. He will come again to bring salvation for those who await him. Mark ... Read more
Corporate Responsibility and the Passionist
(The Interfaith Center on Corporate Responsibility (ICCR) is begining to celebrate its 40th anniversary. ICCR has been the organizational giant that has led religious communities here in the United States in developing the ministry of corporate responsibility. The Passionist have played a role in this social ministry by addressing issues that are of particular concern to us, ... Read more
Recent News & Blogs
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Twenty Third Sunday of Ordinary Time: Reevaluating Our Relationships
Lectionary Reflections - September 1, 2010
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Twenty Second Sunday of Ordinary Time: True Humility
Lectionary Reflections - August 24, 2010
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Globalization’s impact on the Family:
Passion for Justice - August 18, 2010
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Twenty First Sunday of Ordinary Time: Celebrating the Foreigners and Outsiders
Lectionary Reflections - August 17, 2010
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Solidarity vs. Subsidiarity
Passion for Justice - August 17, 2010
