Peace

Respect for and development of human life requires peace. Peace is not merely the absence of war, and it is not limited to maintaining a balance of powers between adversaries.

Peace cannot be attained on earth without safeguarding the goods of persons, free communication among men, respect for the dignity of persons and peoples, and the assiduous practice of fraternity. Peace is the work of justice and the effect of charity. Catechism of the Catholic Church

Pope Francis’ World Day of Peace message for 2019, entitled "Good Politics at the Service of Peace," is a call to political participation. He reminds us that the Gospel calls us to raise our voices for the common good, for “politics is one of the highest forms of charity.” Advocating for and with communities who are oppressed, disadvantaged, or excluded is a response to our baptismal call to love all members of the Body of Christ, in imitation of Christ’s love.      

• Faithful Citizenship: Section 68, 69
• USCCB: War and Peace
• The Centrality of Conscience
• Catholic Relief Services: Peacebuilding
• Assisi Pledge for Peace: English Version | Spanish Version
• Pax Christi USA
• Wholistic Peace Institute