January 1942 – Catholic Worker Movement

Our Country Passes from Undeclared War to Declared War; We Continue Our Christian Pacifist Stand

ByDorothy Day January 1, 1942October 14, 2022 Reading Time: 5 minutes

Summary: A month after Pearl Harbor she reaffirms the gospel basis of pacifism. Says she will not be carping in her criticism of our country but refuses to participate in war. Recommends constant prayer, the works of mercy, and mutual forbearance in disagreements. (DDLW #868) The Catholic Worker, January 1942, 1,4.

1940s | Dorothy Day | Dorothy Day's Writings

Day After Day – January 1942

ByDorothy Day January 1, 1942December 12, 2022 Reading Time: 4 minutes

Summary: Laments the country at war. Describes the hectic Christmas period, the many gifts, the ongoing work of hospitality, the illnesses of workers, her travels, and reading for the month. Asks forgiveness for not getting all the letters written. (The Catholic Worker, January 1942, 1, 4. DDLW #378).

Month: January 1942

Our Country Passes from Undeclared War to Declared War; We Continue Our Christian Pacifist Stand

Day After Day – January 1942

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