Popcorn and Social Justice

There are many movies that urge us to consider themes of social justice.  Thanks to our friends at Loyola University New Orleans for compiling a list of some movies and documentaries that address these important themes.  View the list, show the movies, engage in discussion, and don’t forget the popcorn!
http://www.loyno.edu/twomey/blueprint/vol_lviii/No-08_AprMay_2005.pdf

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Seminar Day 6- Caritas Christi Urget Nos

My joy is God
the Threefold
Holy One.
My joy
is His truth
that inspires me.
My joy
is His will
calling me.
My joy
is His word
leading me on.
My joy
is His peace
that gives me rest.
-Mother Julia Verhaeghe, foundress of the Spiritual Family The Work (from
http://www.thework-fso.org/English/indexen.html)
This poem highlights another important focus of the Path to Peace- Holy See Mission
Seminar that I attended [...]

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Fair Trade …

The fair choice is the right choice. The daily decisions you make as a consumer can make a real, positive difference in the world. When you choose to buy fair trade products you are making a strong connection with hardworking, but impoverished workers around the world.  For more info …
http://www.crsfairtrade.org/index.cfm

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Holy See Mission Seminar Day 5- Je dors mais mon coeur veille

Canticle of the Sun, St. Francis of Assisi (1181-1226):
Most High, all-powerful, all-good Lord,
All praise is Yours, all glory, honor and blessings.
To you alone, Most High, do they belong;
no mortal lips are worthy to pronounce Your Name.
We praise You, Lord, for all Your creatures,
especially for Brother Sun,
who is the day through whom You give us light.
And [...]

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