This two page backgrounder provides the context for development of Church teaching on disarmament, deterrence, and preserving peace.
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This twenty-four page resource offers not only a brief summary of all major documents relating to Catholic Social Teaching, but it also includes fun trivia, each document’s significant or key innova...more
Given the perennial nature of debates over "revenue enhancements," it's critical that we understand Catholic Social Teaching about taxes. Here, Fred Kammer, S.J., Executive Director of the Jesuit Soci...more
Starting with A New Worldview.
Part Three explores the world view of the Israelites and the contextual use of power in scripture, drawing out a deeper understanding of the nature of power and God's re...more
Power Part Two: Biblical Stories: God Present with Power
Part Two: looks at the biblical definitions of power and traces the Greek and Hebrew words associated with power. This section explores w...more
This series offers a theology that moves beyond a dualism of good versus evil. In a broken world, it is the Incarnation of God in the person of Jesus that is "a rescue and redemption operation, ...more
This resource is an interactive presentation explaining how to use this tool in daily life. It's a tool that directs faith to relevant political, social, and economic events. The pastoral ...more
You don’t’ need to leave home to travel to some remarkable places and encounter remarkable lives. Reading is one of the best pastimes summer has to offer. These recent works are worthy...more
Pope Benedict’s encyclical, Caritas in Veritate (Love in Truth) is an anniversary document marking the 40th anniversary of Populorum Progressio issued by Pope Paul VI in 1967. Benedict notes, “In...more
Caritas in Veritate addresses the social themes vital to the well-being of humanity and reminds us that authentic renewal of both individuals and society requires living by Christ’s truth in love. ...more
