Today’s Checklist

Finish Darfur Now

Questions for further thought

Peace and violence

Reminder: Songs (or articles!) for Social Justice due tomorrow

The desire for peace

The people of Darfur are working towards peace

Why the fascination with violence, when humans have a desire for peace?

Flash mob for peace

Violence – where is it?

Brainstorm the different types of violence that you are aware of

What are the causes of these types of violence?

Are these causes connected?

Webbing

Violence…love/hate

Where do you see a fascination with or interest in violence?

Fans love violence

Violence – what is it?

Violence refers to harming or destroying the well-being or existence of a person, group or community. The harm is not restricted to physical action; it can also be spiritual or psychological. Violence touches every level of human relationships, from the personal to the global, including our treatment of the earth.

Write this down

Countering injustice

The prayer of St. Francis of Assisi

Reflect upon the prayer

What is St. Francis’ response to injustice?

Writing your own prayer for peace

Journal entry

Write a journal entry (not to be handed in)…are you at peace with yourself, others, friends, family, or other groups of people.

What steps would you use in order to create a climate of peace in their particular situation?