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7 Febr. 2021 As COVID-19 continues to wreak havoc in countries – decimating people’s livelihoods, and leaving health systems struggling to provide healthcare and vaccines for the entire populat... more

In the light of growing environmental concerns we are witnessing an integration of ecology into the fabric of ... social thought. Catholic social teaching (CST) has traditionally focused on economic and social development, encompassing issues related to human work, the economy, peace, human rights, the family and national and international political development. In the light of the ecological crisis, that focus is now expanding more

The call to justice and peace has always been an essential part of the life of the Christian. Our sacred texts offer a constant reminder ... the centrality of this call. In the Old Testament the prophet Micah tells us: “this is what Yahweh asks of you: only this, to act justly, to love tenderly, and to walk humbly with your God” (Micah 6:8). more

The Common Good and the Catholic Church's Social Teaching

The distinctive role of the Catholic Church in development and humanitarian response: 7 ways the Church makes a difference

Briefing on the Situation of Ebola Virus Disease in Coastal West Africa and the Response of the Caritas Confederation and other Catholic Church-inspired Organizations

Catholic Social Teaching and Ecology Fact Sheet

Reflection on Catholic Social Teaching

Note of the Vatican Covid-19 Commission in collaboration with the Pontifical Academy for Life “Vaccine for all. 20 points for a fairer and healthier world"

Promoting Sustainability: Partnerships in the Catholic Church Development Chain

Resource Guide on Climate Change for Religious Communities