the Catalyst

Poverty in Canada. Climate Justice. Refugee Rights. These are just a few of the justice issues covered in the Catalyst. Each edition is filled with articles, reflections, and updates on social justice work happening in Ottawa and across Canada. The Catalyst is a critical resource for justice-oriented Christians looking to be informed and take action. The Catalyst regularly wins awards from the Canadian Church Press. Read the latest book reviews from the Catalyst. If your church is interested in receiving multiple copies of the Catalyst, please click here to subscribe.

the Catalyst, Spring 2016

By Citizens for Public Justice | March 23, 2016

Refugee Health Care Restored by Rachel DeBruyn
COP21: Three Next Steps for Churches by Miriam Mahaffy
Stories from “Prayers for COP21 in Paris
Faith Perspectives Matter in Seeking Justice by Darlene O’Leary
The Earth is Our Mother by Michelle Nieviadomy
A Chance to End Child Poverty for Good by Anita Khanna
Groundings: Faith Rooted in Migration Stories by Naomi Kabugi

the Catalyst, Winter 2015

By Citizens for Public Justice | November 10, 2015

What Election 2015 Means for Public Justice by Joe Gunn
Shouting It From the Rooftops by Michèle Biss
Inter-faith Statement Links Poverty and Climate Justice by Randolph Haluza-DeLay, PhD
A Better Future for Our Children by Karri Munn-Venn
5 People Who Are Praying for Paris By Miriam Mahaffy
Groundings: An Advent Call to Listen in the Face of Fear by Dena Nicolai

the Catalyst, Summer 2015 – Vol. 38, No. 2

By Citizens for Public Justice | July 5, 2015

Justice Tour Visits Eight Cities in Canada by Joe Gunn
Time for Churches to Speak as One by Glen Pearson
Changing the Climate Debate by Karri Munn-Venn
Churches Well-placed to Advocate for Refugees by Elizabeth Keith
We Are More Than Taxpayers by Janelle Vandergrift
Reflections from Justice Tour 2015 by Bishop Susan Johnson

By Citizens for Public Justice | March 29, 2015

We Have a Plan by Janelle Vandergrift
Reconciliation is Scared Work by Mike Hogeterp
Faith Leaders Defend Syrian Muslim Refugees by Kathryn Teeluck
Poverty Promises and Income Splitting by Sara Hildebrand
A Home for Public Justice by Jim McIntyre
Of Pigsties, Stewardship, and the Flourishing of Creation by Jim Dekker

the Catalyst, Winter 2014 – Vol. 37, No. 3

By Citizens for Public Justice | November 24, 2014

Churches Fear Future of Refugee Sponsorship by Ashley Chapman
Canada’s Invisible Citizens by Michael Cooke
2015: A Big Year for the Climate by Joe Gunn
Chew on This! a Success by Thea deGroot
Is your church Living Ecological Justice?
CRA Audits: Six Questions by Kathy Vandergrift
The Heart of God by Thomas Coldwell
The Advent of Justice… Again by Brian Walsh

the Catalyst, Summer 2014 – Vol. 37, No. 2

By Citizens for Public Justice | July 6, 2014

Minding the Margins: Christians Must Look Beyond the Middle Class by Janelle Vandergrift
The State of Refugee Health: A Prognosis for Public Justice in Canada by Doug Gruner
Jobs, Training, and the Common Good: An interview with Mike Luff
Defiance, Not Compliance: Turning the Other Cheek by Leah Watkiss
Economic Justice: Are We There Yet? by Joe Gunn
Groundings: Hanging Out With Jesus: Today’s Christian and the least of these by Allison Chubb

the Catalyst, Spring 2014 – Vol. 37, No. 1

By Citizens for Public Justice | April 28, 2014

Let Them Have Dominion by Karri Munn-Venn
New Year, New Rules for Refugees by Ashley Chapman
The Recession Lives On by Brad Wassink
Health as a Public Good: Thinking Broadly, Acting Locally by Lori Kleinsmith
Stop Profiting from the Wreckage! by Nicole Armstrong
Income Splitting: A Contentious Debate within the Canadian Church by Simon Lewchuk
Groundings: Jesus’ Values Revolution by David Pfrimmer

the Catalyst, Winter 2013 – Vol. 36, No. 3

By Citizens for Public Justice | January 7, 2014

Public Justice – Now, More than Ever! By Will Postma
Photos from 50th Anniversary Events
Charity and Justice: Food Bank Volunteers Call for Government Action By Simon Lewchuk
BC’s Carbon Tax: Reducing Emissions, Spurring Action
Linking Justice and Faith in the Christian Reformed Church By Steve van de Hoef
Participatory Budgeting: Let Canadians Decide on Spending Priorities By Simon Lewchuk
Faith House By Miriam Illman-White

By Citizens for Public Justice | August 29, 2013

Reaching for Right Relationships by Joe Gunn
Somewhere in Between by Karri Munn-Venn
Exposing the Myths: Canadians for Tax Fairness by Gail Dugas
Book Reviews
“Restorers of streets with dwellings…” by Henriette Thompson
Moving from Memory to Healing and Joy by Lorraine Land
Loyalty to “The Stranger”: Two Voices by Carolina Teves and Mark Glanville
Falling in Love with the Earth by Stephen Bede Scharper

By Citizens for Public Justice | May 3, 2013

Fifty Years of Working for Change Together
Taking Back Compassion: Reducing Inequality by Sarah Shepherd
Refugee health: Churches need to speak out by Brad Wassink
Building Public Justice Together by Lee Hollaar
Building Homes, Building Lives: An interview with CPJ member and affordable housing developer Nick Volk
Pipelines and Public Justice by Joe Gunn
Growing Food Sovereignty in Gardens by Nettie Wiebe

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