Slave-free seafood label campaign
Catholic organizations press for positive change in the lives of those who work in the international fishing industry.
Peru to pay Bear Creek Mining Company
A Maryknoll-supported legal collective in Peru brought an amicus brief as part of trade tribunal case which was decided on November 30.
Nonviolence: A commitment to a way of life
The Catholic Nonviolence Initiative (CNI) is focused on promoting a renewed commitment to Gospel nonviolence at the heart of the Church, including the possibility of a new official teaching on nonviolence. The following article is an update from one of the CNI’s five “roundtables” made up of practitioners of nonviolence from around the world.
World Day of Peace Message 2018
Pope Francis’ message for the World Day Peace on January 1 calls on the world to view global migration not as a threat but as an opportunity to build peace.
Exploring Our Call in Caring for Creation December 2017
A meditation on the Winter Solstice.
Exploring Our Call in Caring for Creation November 2017
A meditation on darkness.
The moment has come for defending immigrant communities
We need Congress to deliver a clean Dream Act and save TPS families before the end of the year.
Maryknoll condemns President Trump’s decision to recognize Jerusalem as the capital of Israel
The Maryknoll Office for Global Concern urges the U.S. Congress to denounce the Trump administration’s decision and to deny funding the move of the U.S. embassy from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem.
Zimbabwe between a crisis and a kairos opportunity
Christian churches have called for a national dialogue.
Letter to Congress: Oppose the “Israel Anti-Boycott Act"
Christian leaders ask Congress to uphold nonviolent peaceful action.
Resources from November-December 2017 NewsNotes
The following resources were listed in the November-December 2017 issue of NewsNotes.
Advent Reflection Guide 2017
The new Advent reflection guide for 2017 offers us all a special opportunity to grow in our relationship with God and to deepen our commitment to Jesus' way of life, rooted in love and welcome.