A preferential option for the poor and vulnerable must go way beyond occasionally donating foods. The Church must intentionally bring those on the margins into the full membership of society, work for justice to fix broken systems and advocate for the voiceless and powerless.
Catholic social teaching: Preferential option for the poor
District judge focuses on compassion, commitment, collaboration
“When I’m on the bench, I don’t wear my faith on my sleeve. I’m not preaching to them. But I do try to look at the people in front of me with the eyes of Christ,” says Frank Kundrat.
Catholic social teaching: Human rights and responsibilities
Only by exercising our personal and social responsibilities can we protect the human rights of all.
Catholic social teaching: Family, community and participation
The family is the first “school” for attention to the wider community.
St. Cloud Mayor Dave Kleis: ‘Love everybody, respect everyone, and it’ll be just fine’
St. Cloud mayor talks family, community and participation.
Catholic social teaching: Life, dignity and love
The measure of every institution is whether it threatens or enhances the life and dignity of the human person.
Young Princeton man finds purpose, understanding, belonging at church
“It’s really hard to put into words what it is like to work with Nick. He is just so totally amazing. Nick has such a good sense of humor. His wonderful personality gives me so much joy.”