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Dignity and the Death Penalty: Evolution of Catholic Teaching
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Created in partnership between Catholic Mobilizing Network and RENEW International, Dignity and the Death Penalty is a seven session, small group based on the insights of Sister Helen Prejean, CSJ. The resource employs Catholic teaching, current statistics, personal testimonies, and reflection questions, prompting in-depth discussion around the brokenness of the criminal legal system and life-affirming alternatives to capital punishment. Special note: Use code CMN-DDP20 for 20% discount on the purchase.
About Sister Helen
Sister Helen Prejean, CSJ is a leading advocate for the abolition of the death penalty and the elimination of social and economic unfairness in the criminal legal system. She is the bestselling author of titles including Dead Man Walking: An Eyewitness Account of the Death Penalty in the United States and River of Fire: My Spiritual Journey.
Catholic Mobilizing Network Endorsement
Dignity and the Death Penalty is a timely, informative, and engaging resource for those looking to deepen their understanding of how capital punishment is counter to the Gospel value that all human life is sacred. Using definitive Catholic Church teaching, current statistics, and testimony from people directly impacted by the death penalty, this formation guide creates opportunities for rich discussion and reflection and offers concrete actions on how Catholics can build a culture of life.
