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Catholic Social Teaching
A framework of moral principles rooted in human dignity, justice, and the common good, guiding individuals and societies toward compassionate and equitable action.
Religious Liberty: A Right to Defend, A Calling to Live (Part II)
Religious liberty is more than just a right—it’s a responsibility. True religious freedom isn’t just about protecting ourselves; it’s about using our faith to serve others, especially the vulnerable. Jesus calls us not to cling to privilege but to take up our cross and follow him. This article explores how religious liberty is a gift to be lived boldly and with love, shaping not only our beliefs but our daily choices.
Religious Liberty: A Right to Defend, A Calling to Live (Part I)
Religious liberty is a fundamental human right recognized by the Church as essential for all people, not just Christians. However, how we talk about it today often focuses more on defending institutions than ensuring true freedom of conscience for all. Is our concern for religious liberty truly about justice, or are we sometimes more focused on preserving privilege? This article explores what religious liberty is—and what it is not.
The Catholic Framework That Can Change the World—No Religion Required (Part 2)
This is the second of two posts. Catholic Social Teaching provides young adults with a practical framework for addressing today’s challenges. It embraces universal principles like justice, dignity, solidarity, care for creation, the importance of local action, and the common good without relying on strict dogma or religious obligation.
The Catholic Framework That Can Change the World—No Religion Required (Part 1)
Catholic Social Teaching provides young adults with a practical framework for addressing today’s challenges—embracing universal principles like justice, dignity, solidarity, care for creation, the importance of local action, and the common good, all without relying on strict dogma or religious obligation.