Global Ethic Expo
Inspired by Hans Küng's address at the 1996 CTA Conference, "Toward a Global Ethic," Fr. Earl Rohleder and a committee at Holy Angels Parish in New Harmony, Ind. developed an art show. The Global Ethic Expo May 1-9, 1998 brought together works from 50 artists from seven states, all celebrating the possibilities of world peace through the unity of a common core of values crossing religious and cultural boudaries. Varied media were used: sculpture, fabric, acrylic, watercolor, poetry and photography. The Expo was described in a photo feature in the Evansville, Ind. diocesan newspaper. Now the committee is seeking ways to spread the message. Call Rohleder at 812 682-4224.

Death penalty
Capital punishment is on the rise in the U.S., with 74 executions in 1997, more than in any year since 1955. But paradoxically, opposition to capital punishment is also gaining ground, thanks to Sr. Helen Prejean's book, Dead Man Walking, and the acclaimed film with Susan Sarandon portraying Helen. Quixote Center's Equal Justice USA has a Moratorium Now! campaign with Prejean and Sarandon co-signing the appeal letter. Over 200 groups -- churches, city councils, organizations -- have already called for a moratorium on all executions. Goal is 2,000 groups by the end of the year 2000. Contact Quixote Center at 301-699-0042. quixote@igc.org

Mario Cuomo and at least 10,000 others in the U.S. have signed a "Declaration of Life," -- stating that if killed in a violent crime, they do not want persons found guilty to be subjected to the death penalty. The idea was conceived by Mercy Sr. Camille D'Arienzo of Brooklyn, N.Y., president-elect of the Leadership Conference of Women Religious. Pax Christi USA has an updated Death Penalty Issue Packet -- action suggestions and resources for getting involved. It's $5. Call 814 453-4955.