Common Good (April 2012)

Our April Justice Café Topic is Common Good.

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"The good we secure for ourselves is precarious and uncertain until it is secured for all of us and incorporated into our common life." ~ Jane Addams

Reflect & Explore (Before the Cafe)

• Pay attention to discussions about public services, budget cuts, and the election debate.  How is the common good included (or not) in the discussion?
• Think of a time when you made a decision that was for the good of others, not just yourself.  What was the impact? What did you learn?
• Watch a video and post a comment
• Explore the topic further using the "learn more" links below
   

Learn More (Before and After the Cafe)

• Visit these websites to learn more about the critical issues and real life stories
  
  • Network of Mutuality - Voter Discernment Resource from IPJC
  • Common Good Definition & Analysis - from Santa Clara University
  • Global Oneness Project
  • On the Commons
  • The Common Good
  • Wealth for the Common Good
  • Catholics Vote for the Common Good
• Watch a video clip about the common good

Continue the Conversation (After the Cafe)

• Visit the Conversation Blog
  
  • Connect with young adults in other cities in the main Discussion Blog
  • Post an update from your Justice Cafe conversation
  • Share action suggestions and continue the conversation
• Watch a video clip and post a comment
   

Act for Justice

• Participate in or organize a voter registration drive
• Organize a fundraiser for an organization that supports the common good globally or locally
• Visit the IPJC Legislative Action Center to take action for justice