Commonweal Conversation Starter Series 2023-2024

Discussion resources for starting
a conversation in your community.


The Commonweal Conversation Starter Series (CSS) is an annual discussion guide resource ideal for fostering thoughtful dialogue in your parish, classroom, or book club. Adaptable for both virtual and in-person conversation, the CSS is available for download in a PDF format so that you can share this resource right away. 


Curated and written by Commonweal's editors and writers, each of the eight topics in this annual series includes:

  • An introduction to a topic's history and current relevance
  • Reading materials to deepen familiarity with the topic
  • Discussion questions to help you unpack the readings
  • Suggestions for further reading if the group—or an individual—is inclined

Now available: 
The 2023-2024 CSS.
Topics include: 

1. Injustice at the Border
2. The War in Ukraine
3. Housing Is a Human Right
4. The Ecclesiology of Pope Francis
5. Art & Activism
6. On Forgiveness
7. Death & Dignity
8. What We Value, What We Pass On


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Each series includes comprehensive discussion materials for eight topics selected and curated by Commonweal's editors and writers. Only one PDF purchase is needed per group. Look inside a sample topic to see what you're buying. 

Both Individual topics and complete series are available for purchase.

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