Go and Do Likewise: Catholic Social Teaching in ActionTwenty-Third Publications, 2006 - 86 pagini Our call as Christians is to live as neighbor to everyone, to treat each person with mercy and compassion is part of the call to discipleship. But how do we do this? In clear, concise language the author discusses each of the principles of the Church's social teaching, then offers a wide variety of creative ideas for living them out. Some of the ideas take only five minutes, others take ten minutes, and still others take twenty minutes. This is an excellent resource for both individuals and family members, for peace and justice committees, for RCIA teams, catechists, teachers, and parish ministers. |
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Introduction What Is Social Justice? | 1 |
Life and Dignity | 16 |
Rights | 37 |
Dignity of Work | 57 |
Care for Gods Creation | 76 |
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