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Social Justice Resources
Everyone is equally sacred and important. At Catholic Charities our vision is “Cherishing the Divine within All.” When we believe that every one of us is sacred, then every person we encounter will be treated with dignity and love. It is not enough to just meet others where they are — we are also called to treat our neighbors as we would want to be treated. Our focus on the work of social justice is firmly rooted in our mission to love, serve and teach, as we provide care and services to improve the lives of Marylanders in need.
Journey to Social Justice: Catholic Charities Symposium
Our 3rd annual Journey to Social Justice event will be October 22, 2025.
A Conversation with Father Greg Boyle on his book ‘Cherished Belonging.” Father Boyle is the founder of Homeboy Industries, the largest gang rehabilitation and re-entry program in the world. For over 35 years, they have stood as a beacon of hope in Los Angeles to provide training and support to formerly gang-involved and previously incarcerated people, allowing them to redirect their lives and become contributing members of our community.
Dessert reception to follow. This event is free and all are welcome. Our host will be Church of the Nativity, 20 E. Ridgely Road, Timonium, MD 21093
Registration coming early September!
2023 Symposium
In 2023, Catholic Charities hosted its inaugural symposium, “Journey to Social Justice: A Call to Action.” Attendees around Maryland engaged in discussion about “Good Trouble” and racial justice. Below, you will find the “Reflection Guide” from the event and a recording of Dr. Greer Gordon’s presentation.
Video of 2023 Symposium
Click the image to watch the recording of the 2023 Inaugural Symposium from April 20, 2023.
2023 Symposium Coverage
View media coverage from the 2023 Symposium.
Social Justice Toolkit
Catholic Charities’ Social Justice Toolkit is comprised of resources, activity ideas and community organization profiles that highlight the social justice principles informing our mission over the years. It is our hope that this toolkit serves as a resource for you to continue to write that history in your own neighborhoods and faith communities. Catholic Social Teaching guides much of our work. Because of this, the Social Justice Toolkit you find here is organized around the seven principles, which present the way that we navigate our society and live the call to holiness. We hope this approach is helpful as you consider your initial or continued work in social justice.
Navigating the Toolkit
Click the Toolkit image to open the document. Then, navigate the document using the hyperlinks in the table of contents as well as the blue squares at the bottom of each page.
