January 1, 2011
The Octave Day of Christmas
The Blessed Virgin Mary, the Mother of God

Read

Today, the Church celebrates the World Day of Peace. Read about some of the troubled spots on the African continent where there are continued challenges to peace from the Catholics Confront Global Poverty Campaign.

Pray

The Litany of the Blessed Virgin Mary.

Reflect

Pope Benedict XVI has chosen the theme "Religious Freedom, the Path to Peace" for the 2011 World Day of Peace observation. Reflect on that theme and the importance of religious freedom in your life and community.

Act

Resolve to take Pope Paul VI’s famous exhortation, “if you want peace, work for justice,” to heart this year by getting involved in peace and justice activities in your parish or community. Become a peace and justice advocate by signing up for action alerts from the USCCB Office for Justice, Peace and Human Development.