The Social Doctrine of the Catholic Church

ISBN: 1936045966

Author: Mike Aquilina

Condition: Used

Unlock the Catholic Church?s Social Teachings with The Didache Series! This textbook introduces students to the social doctrine of the Catholic Church, exploring how Christ?s concern for others-especially the poor and needy-remains central to the Church?s mission today. Key Topics Covered: ? Unity of Humanity - Understanding the Church?s view on human dignity. ? Social Teachings in Scripture - Biblical foundations of justice and charity. ? Forms of Justice - Distributive, legal, commutative, and social justice. ? Moral Law & Commandments - The importance of ethics in society. ? Pastoral Letters & Catholic Tradition - A look at the Church?s modern responses to social issues. Part of the Didache Semester Series, this textbook is based on the USCCB Curriculum Framework (Elective C: Living as a Disciple of Jesus Christ in Society). It is published with ecclesiastical approval from the Archdiocese of Chicago and has been submitted for review for conformity with the Catechism of the Catholic Church. Perfect for high school and college students, this book is a must-have resource for Catholic educators, catechists, and those seeking a deeper understanding of faith and justice.