Peace & Justice

You can become as involved as you want to. The only requirement is a desire to live out the social implications of the Gospel.

What We’re About

In light of Catholic social teaching, we want to raise awareness and educate parishioners about current injustices present in our world today and take action appropriate to a parish community.

Important Links

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WORLD FOOD SHORTAGE

Learn about the World Food Shortage and what Catholic Social Teaching says about it.

Education for Justice Food Article

(A website of print ready resources promoting Catholic Social Teaching on issues of justice in society. A site designed specifically for educators.)

Here is a link to a statement from the US Bishops about the need to end the war in Iraq.

This is an article about the organization, Catholics for an End to the War in Iraq.

The Education for Justice Web Site http://www.educationforjustice.org/ was created to help teachers, social action directors, parish members, campus ministers, and others in leadership roles to meet the challenge of sharing Catholic Social Teaching and bringing greater awareness to social justice issues. Through all of the materials available on the web site, we seek not only to introduce Catholic Social Teaching to a wider audience but to help deepen the knowledge of this essential element of faith and to help develop solidarity with all those in the global community who are suffering and oppressed.

Immigration

U.S. Bishops speak out on Labor Day about Immigration:

"The immigration status quo is unacceptable and unsustainable. The system is broken. We need far-reaching and comprehensive reform. There is no fence long enough or high enough that can wall out the human and economic forces that drive immigration."

To see the complete article click below:

http://www.usccb.org/comm/archives/2007/07-137.shtml

Learn what Cardinal George and the US Catholic Bishops have to say about Immigration Reform.

http://www.archdiocese-chgo.org/immigration.shtm

Have you heard the following MYTHS about Immigration Reform? "Immigrants don't pay taxes" "Immigrants take jobs away from Americans." "Most immigrants cross the border illegally."

These UNTRUTHS are dispelled by the US Catholic Bishops. Learn what the Bishops have to say.

http://www.justiceforimmigrants.org/myths.html

What Do We Do?

We highlight current issues in our world that need our prayer and action. We do this through bulletin articles, hosting speakers, encouraging participation in signature campaigns for social issues, providing opportunities for outreach, sponsoring discussion groups and workshops. We have sponsored:

Want to Become Part of Peace & Justice Ministry?

You can become as involved as you want to, or as your schedule permits. The only requirement is a desire to live out the social implications of the Gospel. Monthly meetings are held at members’ homes on the third Tuesday of the month. We come together to reflect, discuss, and form plans of action. For those interested, there are various educational activities offered such as racism workshops and facilitator training for racism workshops, presentations and discussion groups in the Chicago area.

For More Information

Persons interested in learning more about the Peace & Justice Ministry should fill out the Contact Information Form, call the St. Hubert Ministry Center, 847-885-7700, or email the parish office: catholic@sainthubert.org.