To Do Justice and to Love Mercy: An Introduction to Catholic Social Teaching
Formed in Christ Series · Published by TAN Books
Overview
Catholics are called not only to grow in personal holiness but also to bring the light of Christ into the world around them. To Do Justice and to Love Mercy: An Introduction to Catholic Social Teaching explores the Church's vision for human society and reveals how the Gospel transforms the way Christians live, work, serve, and engage with their communities.
Part of the Formed in Christ series, this course provides a clear and faithful introduction to the principles of Catholic Social Teaching. Students examine God's plan for human happiness and flourishing while exploring the social consequences of sin and the responsibility every Christian has to pursue justice and charity. Through the lens of Sacred Scripture and Church teaching, readers discover how the Ten Commandments and the Beatitudes shape not only personal conduct but also life within families, communities, nations, and the broader human family.
By addressing both timeless principles and contemporary questions, this text helps students understand the Church's teachings on human dignity, the common good, solidarity, subsidiarity, and authentic charity. An appendix addressing common objections and questions provides additional clarity, equipping readers to thoughtfully engage the challenges of modern society through a Catholic lens.
What This Book Offers:
- Introduction to Catholic Social Teaching: Learn the foundational principles that guide Catholic engagement with society.
- Faithful and Orthodox Formation: Study the Church's teachings on justice, charity, and the common good.
- Practical Application: Discover how Catholic principles apply to modern social, cultural, and moral challenges.
- Comprehensive Learning Resources: Includes both the textbook and companion workbook.
- Explore Human Dignity: Understand the Church's teaching that every person is created in the image and likeness of God.
- Study Justice and Charity: Learn how Christians are called to love both God and neighbor through action.
- Examine the Social Effects of Sin: Discover how personal choices impact families, communities, and society.
- Apply the Beatitudes: See how Christ's teachings guide life in the public square.
- Engage Contemporary Questions: Develop a Catholic framework for evaluating social issues and public life.
From Sacred Scripture
“I will show thee, O man, what is good, and what the Lord requireth of thee: Verily to do judgment, and to love mercy, and to walk carefully with thy God.”
— Micah 6:8
Intended Audience
This course is ideal for Catholic schools, homeschool families, parish formation programs, youth ministry groups, and anyone seeking a deeper understanding of Catholic Social Teaching.
It is especially valuable for middle school and high school students learning how to integrate their faith into public life and understand the Church's vision for justice, charity, and human flourishing.
FAQs
What is included in this set?
This set includes the textbook and companion workbook.
What is Catholic Social Teaching?
Catholic Social Teaching is the body of Church teaching that applies the truths of the Gospel to social, economic, political, and cultural life, emphasizing human dignity, justice, charity, and the common good.
Does the course address modern social issues?
Yes. The text provides foundational principles that help students evaluate contemporary issues through the lens of Catholic teaching and moral reasoning.
How does the workbook support learning?
The workbook reinforces key concepts through review exercises, assessments, and activities that help students apply Catholic Social Teaching to real-world situations.
Key Themes
- Human Dignity: Recognizing the value and worth of every person created by God.
- Justice and Charity: Living the Gospel through love of neighbor and concern for the common good.
- Faith in Public Life: Applying Catholic principles to society and culture.
- Social Responsibility: Understanding how personal choices affect communities and nations.
- Catholic Social Teaching: Exploring the Church's vision for a just and flourishing human society.
- Author:
- Christina Dehan Jaloway
- Publication Date:
- 04/05/2021
- Pages:
- 216
- SKU:
- 3063
- Product Format:
- Set
- Author:
- Emily Stimpson Chapman
- Height:
- 9.00
- Width:
- 6.00
