Option for the Poor & Vulnerable

A basic moral test is how our most vulnerable members are faring. In a society marred by deepening divisions between rich and poor, our tradition recalls the story of the Last Judgment (Mt 25:31-46) and instructs us to put the needs of the poor and vulnerable first.

Movie Connection

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Learning through Movies

Individuals or groups can reflect upon the Catholic Social Teaching themes of solidarity and option for the poor/vulnerable while watching The Kite Runner, Hotel Rwanda, The Blind Side, or The Soloist. • By Jim Merhaut

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Economic Justice

Option For the Poor

Jesus calls us to serve the poor and be good stewards of our resources.

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Option for the Poor Scripture Activity • Generations of Faith

Use this fill-in-the-blank activity to discover Jesus' central messages about the poor.

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Prayers & Rituals

Option for Poor: Meal Ritual • Generations of Faith

This ritual reminds us that we are called to reach out to those in need.

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Option for Poor: Ritual Moments • Generations of Faith

These four ritual moments focus on knowledge, abundance, plenty and gratitude.

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Option for the Poor: Scripture Reflections • Generations of Faith

Seven reflections focused on the Option for the Poor.

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Prayers & Rituals

Option for Poor: Table Prayer • Generations of Faith

This table prayer will help us remember to share our gifts with others.

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Virtue Reality: Generosity • Generations of Faith

Explore the virtue of generosity in this family activity.

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Blessed Are the Poor • Generations of Faith

Exploring the Themes of Lectionary Cycle C

This activity is part of the Intergeneral Session on Lectionary Cycle C, but can be used as a stand-alone activity for home or parish use. Using 4 Gospel stories from Cycle C, participants will explore one of the main themes of this cycle's readings.

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Meal Portions • Generations of Faith

This all-ages experience will give participants a clear understanding of the imbalance of food distribution around the world.

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Who Needs You to Be Neighbor? • Generations of Faith

Read the story of the rich man & Lazarus, and for one week track all of the stories, personal experiences, news reports, and other ways you hear about people in need.

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Option for the Poor • Generations of Faith

Individuals will be guided through a reflection on God's special concern for the poor and vulnerable.

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Hunger Activities • Generations of Faith

Use these parish ideas to dive into issues related to hunger. Includes an involvement activity, an exploration activity, a reflection activity, action activities, and a prayer service.

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Refugee Activities • Generations of Faith

Use these parish ideas to dive into issues related to refugees. Includes involvement activities, exploration activities, reflection activities, action activities, and a prayer service.

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Enough for Everyone • Generations of Faith

Celebrating World Food Day

The purpose of World Food Day is to focus people's attention on food and to get all the world's people working together to find solutions to problems like food distribution and hunger. Use this activity to guide your family in a reflection on World Food Day.

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Popular Gospel Stories: The Rich Man & Lazarus • Generations of Faith

A family reflection based on Luke 16:19-31.

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Popular Gospel Stories: The Widow • Generations of Faith

A family reflection based on Mark 12:38-44.

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The Living Community • FIRE

Blessed are the Merciful

Participants will experience the meaning and the need for mercy, and will understand the basic difference between mercy and justice. • By Kathleen O'Connell Chesto

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