Catholic Campaign for Human Development
Revised Edition
Highlighting the seven themes of Catholic social teaching, this booklet challenges us to take action in our homes, parishes, and local communities. Contains a new chapter on the "Care for God's Creation," the seventh theme of Catholic social teaching. Each section of the booklet includes relevant excerpts from papal encyclicals and bishops' pastoral letters, citations from Catholic social teaching, and examples of how Catholic Campaign for Human Development-funded groups implement the basic themes.
See excerpts in both English and Spanish.
English: No. 5-433, 52 pp.,
Spanish: No. 5-847, 52 pp.,
1-9 copies, $4.95 each
10-24 copies, $3.95 each
25+ copies, $2.95 each
Resource Member Price $2.97
The Catechism and Social Justice
This prayer resource highlights some of the social justice teachings of the Catechism of the Catholic Church in the context of the six principles of Catholic social tradition. Prayers accompany each theme to move the reader to reflection and action.
English: No. 5-261, 12 pp., 25/$10.00
Resource Member Price, 25/$6.00
Spanish: No. 5-262, 12 pp., 25/$10.00
Resource Member Price, 25/$6.00
Columnist Nancy Amidei challenges the commonly held prejudice that poor people are fundamentally different from others and cites examples of efforts to eradicate poverty.
No. 5-186, 40 pp., $2.50
Resource Member Price $1.50
Well-organized reference to the theme of justice for liturgies, homilies, prayer services, individual or group education, personal prayer/meditation, and discussion related to the U.S. bishops' Catholic Campaign for Human Development.
English No. 5-229, 12 pp.,
Spanish: No. 5-230, 12 pp.,
1-9 copies, $1.95 each
10-24 copies, $1.50 each
25+ copies, $1.00 each
Resource Member Price $1.00
Collection of reflections on select Bible texts for prayerful meditation on social justice.
English No. 5-231, 24 pp.,
Spanish: No. 5-232, 24 pp.,
1-9 copies, $2.50 each
10-24 copies, $2.00 each
25+ copies, $1.50 each
Resource Member Price $1.50
Revised Edition
Follow Mary's example and welcome Jesus into your life as you pray this scriptural rosary for justice and peace. The mysteries--now including the luminous mysteries as suggested by Pope John Paul II--challenge us to see the face of Christ in others and do the work of justice and peace in the world today. From the Catholic Campaign for Human Development.
English: No. 5-635, 28 pp.
Spanish: No. 5-907, 28 pp.
1-9 copies, $2.95 each
10-24 copies, $2.50 each
25+ copies, $1.95 each
Resource Member Price $1.95
Integrates appropriate Bible texts and contemporary concerns about justice and peace. See excerpt here.
English No. 5-237, 12 pp.,
Spanish: No. 5-238, 12 pp.,
1-9 copies, $1.95 each
10-24 copies, $1.50 each
25+ copies, $1.00 each
Resource Member Price $1.00
Toward Justice and Peace
Parallel's Jesus' arrest, imprisonment, trial, and death with events in the lives of heroic Christians such as Dorothy Day, Archbishop Oscar Romero, Edith Stein, and others. From the U.S. bishops' Catholic Campaign for Human Development.
English: No. 5-235, 20 pp.,
Spanish: No. 5-236, 20 pp.,
1-9 copies, $1.95 each
10-24 copies, $1.50 each
25+ copies, $1.00 each
Resource Member Price $1.00
Each of the following reflection/action guides for small faith groups is designed to be used in six sessions in order to enable adults to deepen their awareness of a specific theme in Catholic social teaching.
English and Spanish
1-9 copies, $2.50 each
10-24 copies, $2.00 each
25+ copies, $1.50 each
Resource Member Price $1.50
This 28-page booklet is the first of a series of five study guides highlighting six basic themes of Catholic social teaching. The booklet contains selected scripture readings, reflections, focus questions, and suggested group actions. See excerpts here.
English: No. 5-451, 28 pp.,
Spanish: No. 5-856, 28 pp.,
English: No. 5-189, 28 pp.,
Spanish: No. 5-835, 28 pp.,
English: No. 5-190, 28 pp.,
Spanish: No. 5-850, 24 pp.,
See excerpts in English and Spanish here.
English: No. 5-191, 28 pp.,
Spanish: No. 5-851, 28 pp.,
English: No. 5-192, 28 pp.
Spanish: No. 5-853, 24 pp.
An Adult Education Program on Christian Discipleship in the United States
The purpose of these sessions is to give adult participants an opportunity to get in touch with their attitudes and ways of thinking about poverty and to become aware of and to understand faithjustice as the virtue of promoting a just society based on Christian faith in God's vision of human life. See excerpts in both English and Spanish.
English No. 5-240, 24 pp., $2.50
Resource Member Price $1.50
Spanish: No. 5-807, 24 pp., $2.50
Resource Member Price $1.50
This activity course, for ages 14-22, was designed by staff at the Catholic Campaign for Human Development and Catholic Relief Services. The activity will help young people to experience six of the major themes of Catholic social teaching. An excellent resource for college students, teachers, youth ministers, and religious educators.
Available PDF document only.
Employing the powerful Biblical imagery of water, this video presentation travels across the country and chronicles the spirit of Catholic social teaching, lived out through the CCHD. The video illustrates how lives have changed as a result of self-help projects that received CCHD seed money. This video is a valuable introduction to the work of the Campaign and can be shown in parishes, schools, educational workshops, catechetical and catechumenate programs, campus and young adult ministry, small faith communities, and any setting where people are seeking to put their faith into action. Study guide included.
English: No. 5-362, 15 minutes, $17.95
Resource Member Price $10.97
Spanish: No. 5-842, 15 minutes, $17.95
Resource Member Price $10.77
Tells the story of Economic Justice for All through employment, housing, farming issues, and citizen participation in local decision-making. The video documents how community groups are living out the "new American experiment."
No. 5-196, 28 minutes, $19.95
Resource Member Price $11.97
This video is designed for parishes seeking ways to develop plans for social action. Four successful models of parishioners addressing specific social issues are featured. Study guide included.
No. 5-195, 23 minutes, $19.95
Resource Member Price $11.97
This hour-long documentary on Catholic social teaching, originally broadcast on NBC-TV, highlights the work of CCHD and other Catholic organizations in its review of the Catholic Church's commitment to justice. Released in 1991 to mark the 100th anniversary of Rerum Novarum, this critically acclaimed special is now available with a study guide.
No. 427-9, 60 minutes, $19.95
Resource Member Price $11.97
Take the pledge to help break the cycle of poverty with these four-color cards. Give these out to any parish-based group like your youth group, small faith community, or religious education class. Or distribute them after Mass, after host a hunger meal, or during a rally or walk for hunger. Support the Church's efforts to end poverty, especially in January (Poverty in America Awareness Month), March (annual American Bishops Overseas Appeal), and November (annual Catholic Campaign for Human Development.)
No. 5-558, card, 50/$10.00
Presents an overview of CCHD—its mission, strategy, and funded projects. Describes how individuals can help people help themselves through CCHD.
No. 5-284, 8-panel brochure, no charge
This brochure makes clear connections between CCHD's work and church teaching about the dignity of the human person and the sanctity of human life—and CCHD's commitment to those values and teachings.
No. 5-409, 6-panel brochure, 25/$10.00
Resource Member Price 25/$6.00
A striking visual portrayal of CCHD's anti-poverty mission and work throughout the country. Ideal for display in schools, parish halls, church vestibules, and offices.
English: No. 5-534, $0.25
Resource Member Price $0.15
Spanish: No. 5-886, $0.25
Resource Member Price $0.15
Pin-on buttons with the CCHD theme, "If You Want Peace, Work for Justice." Measuring 2 1/4" in diameter, these buttons are perfect for promoting CCHD and its November parish collection with parishioners, students, and others. You may order up to 100 of these buttons free of charge.
English: No. 5-307, first 100 free, $0.15 each after the first 100
Resource Member Price $0.09
Spanish: No. 5-813, first 100 free, $0.15 each after the first 100
Resource Member Price $0.09
Prominently displays the CCHD theme, "If You Want Peace, Work for Justice."
English: No. 5-308, first 100 free, $0.15 each after the first 100
Resource Member Price $0.09
Spanish: No. 5-814, first 100 free, $0.15 each after the first 100
Resource Member Price $0.09
An affirming gift for pastors, volunteers, committee members, and donors, this white cone style coffee mug with green and blue design features a quote from Daniel 12:3: “Those who lead the many to justice shall be like the stars forever.” It also includes Catholic Campaign for Human Development’s (CCHD) name, website, and the words, “Break the Cycle of Poverty.”
No. 5-717, $3.00
New oval shaped white vinyl window cling with black edge rim and black letters with acronym, “CCHD” for Catholic Campaign for Human Development. Help raise CCHD’s visibility by placing these in your car or home or give to college students to place in the windows of their dorm rooms.
No. 5-718, First 50 free, $3 for 25 clings after first 50
New sticky note pads (4” x 6”, 25 sheets) combine Catholic Campaign for Human Development’s (CCHD) name and website with a design that scratches out “Poverty” and replaces the word with “Hope, opportunity, and community.”
No. 5-716, 10 pads for $3.00
This oversized postcard with the 2005 promotional design and theme: “Break the Cycle of Poverty. Build Community.” is a helpful tool for pastor and parish pre-collection outreach or as thank-you notes. Quantities are limited, so place your order before September for your fall promotion efforts.
No. 5-719, First 50 free, $5 for 50 postcards after first 50
"If you want peace, work for justice" four-color design by Sr. Corita on 4 ½" x 6 1/8" glossy card stock, with envelopes. Use as a creative way to present invitations to award ceremonies or to send personal messages throughout the year.
No. 5-388, package of 25, $7.00
Resource Member Price $4.20
This white t-shirt has a red-and-blue design with the Catholic Campaign for Human Development’s (CCHD) name and theme—“Break the Cycle of Poverty. Build Community”—on the front. The back encourages others to think about, talk about, and take action to end poverty in the United States. Distribute these t-shirts at social action events. Give them as a sign of appreciation to pastors or volunteers. Use them as a uniform for CCHD events. Encourage youth to wear them during a day of service in the community.
Small: No. 5-676, $6.50 each or 5 for $30
Medium: No. 5-648, $6.50 each or 5 for $30
Large: No. 5-649, $6.50 each or 5 for $30
X-Large: No. 5-650, $6.50 each or 5 for $30
XX-Large: No. 5-651, $6.50 each or 5 for $30
This 3-sided pen, white with blue trim, includes CCHD’s name, website address, national telephone number, and the theme: “Break the Cycle of Poverty, Build Community.” A great giveaway at conferences or thoughtful gift for your volunteers, pastors, or donors.
No. 5-647, 10 for $5.00
This rectangular “CCHD – Breaking the Cycle of Poverty” pewter lapel pin is a perfect way to thank your pastors, volunteers, committee members, and donors.
No. 5-579, $1.50
Resource Member Price $0.90
Each brass bookmark comes in its own gift envelope and is mounted on a gift card with space for your personal note. Burgundy and navy blue enameled CCHD – Break the Cycle of Poverty – Build Community design. Use as a table place card at a fundraising or education event or as a staff appreciation gift.
No. 5-580, $1.95
Resource Member Price $1.17
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