Michael Jordan Laskey has brought together in one place the key elements of Church teaching and tradition that shape Catholic peace and justice ministry in the U.S. By adding stories, examples, and resources, he provides a practical tool for bringing this ministry to life in parishes. The Ministry of Peace and Justice is an essential guide for parish leaders.Joan Rosenhauer, Executive Vice President, US Operations, Catholic Relief Services In clear, concise language, this book offers a valuable resource for any parish hoping to more fully participate in Christ's call to loving service. Through his thoughtful questions, compelling examples and practical tips, Michael Jordan Laskey will inspire readers to delve more deeply into Catholic Social Teaching and then go out and live it.Kerry Weber, managing editor of America, and author of Mercy in the City: How to Feed the Hungry, Give Drink to the Thirsty, Visit the Imprisoned, and Keep Your Day Job Your parish wants to make a difference by serving those in need and responding to social issues at home and around the world. But where do you start? How do you get organized? How do you mobilize your parish community? Michael Laskey has written an inspiring and practical guide to help every parish understand why the community should be engaged in the ministry of peace and justice and how the community can do it through prayer and worship, preaching and education, outreach and charity, legislative action, organizing for justice, and building solidarity. The Ministry of Peace and Justice will help every parish embrace Catholic social teaching in its entire life and equip the community to transform the world. Our world needs the witness and transforming actions of parish communities!John Roberto, LifelongFaith Associates, Author of Reimagining Faith Formation for the 21st Century Michael Jordan Laskey's The Ministry of Peace and Justice is a Christocentric and practical guide to fostering ministries of peace and justice at the parish level. Grounded in the Church's tradition of social thought, Laskey thoughtfully leads the reader to consider the kind of reflective praxis necessary for forming Christian communities in recognizing Christ in "distressing disguise." His work should be read by all those seeking to foster peace and justice in the life of the parish.Timothy P. O'Malley, Director, Notre Dame Center for Liturgy