Podcasts about Catholic social teaching

In this episode of Catholic Answers Live, Cy Kellett is joined by theologian Tom Nash for a deep dive into Catholic social teaching through the lens of Rerum Novarum, the 1891 encyclical by Pope Leo XIII. Prompted by Pope Leo XIV's decision to connect his papacy with his namesake, the discussion explores why Rerum Novarum remains foundational for the Church's response to modern social and economic upheavals. From labor rights and the dignity of work to AI, solidarity, subsidiarity, and the proper role of the state, this hour unpacks timeless Catholic principles for navigating new challenges. Whether you’re new to Catholic social teaching or looking to revisit its core insights, this episode offers a clear, passionate, and relevant exploration of how faith meets public life. Please support our mission by donating!Catholicanswersradio.com Join The CA Live Club Newsletter: Click Here Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Topics Covered: 00:00 – Intro: Why Pope Leo XIV chose the name Leo 03:30 – Overview of Rerum Novarum and Pope Leo XIII 07:00 – Origins of Catholic Social Teaching 10:30 – Response to Industrial Revolution 14:00 – Gregory XVI and Marari Vos 17:30 – Theocracy vs. Catholic moral leadership 21:00 – Definition of Catholic Social Teaching 24:30 – Human flourishing and property ownership 28:00 – Dignity of workers and work conditions 31:30 – Modern implications: AI as a moral issue 35:00 – Market economy vs. socialism 38:30 – Greed, envy, and class warfare 42:00 – Role of unions and political integrity 45:30 – How AI might affect human dignity 49:00 – Solidarity and Subsidiarity explained 52:30 – Common Good and the role of the family

In this episode of the Catholic Talk Show, Ryan is joined by Dr. Matthew Bunsen to discuss his new book on Pope Leo XIV, the first American pope. He shares insights from his experience covering the recent Conclave, the election of Cardinal Prevost, and the unique aspects of Leo's background and upbringing. 00:00 Introduction to Dr. Matthew Bunsen and Pope Leo XIV 01:54 Covering the Conclave: A Personal Journey 04:42 The Election of Cardinal Prevost: Insights and Surprises 10:08 Cardinal Prevost: An American with Global Influence 15:51 The Formative Years of Robert Prevost 19:59 The Augustinian Influence on Pope Leo XIV 24:55 The Formation of a Future Pope 27:05 Missionary Work in Peru 30:01 Academic Pursuits and Leadership Development 35:44 Visual Symbols and Papal Identity 39:11 Catholic Social Teaching and Modern Challenges 50:04 Crafting a Portrait of Pope Leo XIV Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this bonus episode, we chat with Mike Vick about the American Solidarity Party. We explore the party's foundations, which are influenced by Christian democratic values and Catholic Social Teaching. Their thorough set of ethical platforms grounded in human dignity, the common good, and solidarity (in a way that neither Democratic nor Republican parties are offering!!) would really be a breath of fresh air in American politics!Mike Vick is the founder of the Liberation Caucus in the American Solidarity Party. The episode delves into Mike's personal and political journey, his stance on social and economic issues, and the challenges within the party, particularly concerning LGBT topics. Come join us as we think about the role of civic pluralism in US politics.—★ Timestamps(00:00) Welcome Mike Vick from the American Solidarity Party(01:50) LGBTQ Topics and Side B Perspective(04:10) Mike Vick's Background and Political Journey(15:51) Solidarity Party's Principles and Inclusivity(19:15) Distributism and Economic Democracy(26:33) Pro-Life Stance and Social Issues(28:32) Platforms and Opinions on LGBTQ+ Issues(32:29) Three Camps within the Party(36:07) Party Challenges and Tensions(42:43) Liberation Caucus and Party Dynamics(49:23) Political Theology and Civic Pluralism(52:14) How to Get Active—★ Links and References in This Episode* ASP Liberation Caucus: www.liberationasp.org* Mike's Linktree: linktr.ee/votevickusa* American Solidarity Party * www.solidarity-party.org/platform* linktr.ee/liberationasp* The Servile State by Hilaire Belloc (1912)* Toward a Truly Free Market: A Distributist Perspective on the Role of Government,Taxes, Health Care, Deficits, and More by John Medaille (2011)—★ Send us feedback, questions, comments, and support!Email: communionandshalom@gmail.com | Instagram: @newkinship | Substack: @newkinship | Patreon: @newkinship—★ CreditsCreators and Hosts: David Frank, TJ Espinoza This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit newkinship.substack.com

We discuss Catholic Social Teaching and Rerum Novarum with Kishore Jayabalan and the unanswered questions of Fiducia Supplicans with Dr. Eduardo Echeverria.

Progressivism is in retreat, not just in the United States but around the world. Catholic Social Teaching provides a wellspring to morally thirsty people. Can secular progressives come and drink?

In honor of the new Pope Leo XIV, and in celebration of the 134th anniversary of Rerum Novarum, Alex Denley and Andrew Willard Jones discuss the pontificate of Pope Leo XIII and the birth of modern Catholic Social Teaching.

Curious about Catholic Social Teaching but don't know where to start? In this episode, Karlo Broussard points you to essential resources—from magisterial documents to accessible books—that will help you understand the Church's teaching on human dignity, the common good, subsidiarity, and solidarity. Whether you’re a beginner or looking to go deeper, this episode lays the groundwork for learning how Catholicism speaks to politics, economics, and justice. Join The CA Live Club Newsletter: Click Here Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 28:50 – I went to a communion service where the female minister was standing in the sanctuary behind the altar. Is this allowed? 31:47 – Are there any resources you can offer to me where I can learn more about Catholic Social Teaching? 40:59 – How much can we read into Pope Leo's Augustinian background? 49:34 – Does the indulgences the pope gave today at his blessing affect those who are in mortal sin?

John Maytham is joined by Professor Dion A. Forster—Public Theologian at Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam and Extraordinary Professor at Stellenbosch University—for an insightful discussion on the election of Pope Leo XIV, the first American-born pontiff in the history of the Roman Catholic Church Follow us on:CapeTalk on Facebook: www.facebook.com/CapeTalkCapeTalk on TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@capetalkCapeTalk on Instagram: www.instagram.com/capetalkzaCapeTalk on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567CapeTalk on X: www.x.com/CapeTalkSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Episode Topic: Empowering Families, Transforming Futures (https://go.nd.edu/ca6a42)The University of Notre Dame's Global Center for the Development of the Whole Child  works to create pathways out of adversity for the world's most vulnerable children in 25 countries around the world, leveraging evidence-based innovations to develop effective Whole Child Development (WCD) approaches to not only advance children's academic achievement, but also create safe, supportive, and equitable family, school, and community environments. Join Kate Schuenke-Lucien, Director for Haiti and Senior Associate Director for Strategic Planning, Father Lou DelFra '92, M. Div. '03, Director of Pastoral Life, Alliance for Catholic Education, and Makenzy Voltaire, Project Coordinator, Haiti for the Global Center for the Development of the Whole Child for a conversation about the intersection of faith, science, and how faith communities can nurture and support families with young children. Take a deep dive into the importance of integrating the science of early childhood development with the Catholic Church's teachings, and how Haitian parishes can empower parents. They explore the GC-DWC's work in the home and what it means when we say that parents are the “first teachers,” and how that aligns with what we know from both Catholic Social Teaching and the latest scientific research.Featured Speakers:Kate Schuenke-Lucien, Director for Haiti and Senior Associate Director for Strategic PlanningFr. Lou DelFra, C.S.C. '92, M. Div. '03, University of Notre DameMakenzy Voltaire, University of Notre DameRead this episode's recap over on the University of Notre Dame's open online learning community platform, ThinkND: https://go.nd.edu/93acfaThis podcast is a part of the ThinkND Series titled Forging a Future for Haiti. (https://go.nd.edu/c2c802)Thanks for listening! The ThinkND Podcast is brought to you by ThinkND, the University of Notre Dame's online learning community. We connect you with videos, podcasts, articles, courses, and other resources to inspire minds and spark conversations on topics that matter to you — everything from faith and politics, to science, technology, and your career. Learn more about ThinkND and register for upcoming live events at think.nd.edu. Join our LinkedIn community for updates, episode clips, and more.

Today we conclude Bishop Barron's lecture at Charles University in Prague. During the talk, he focuses on St. Thomas Aquinas' distinctive notion of God as “ipsum esse” and its connection with some of the principal themes of Catholic social teaching. Enjoy! Link: Word on Fire Institute: https://institute.wordonfire.org/ NOTE: Do you like this podcast? Become a Word on Fire IGNITE member! Word on Fire is a non-profit ministry that depends on the support of our listeners . . . like you! So become a part of this mission and join IGNITE today to become a Word on Fire insider and receive some special donor gifts for your generosity.

Pope Francis died on Monday April 21, 2025. And to remember and celebrate his life, we're bringing out an episode from our archives featuring social ethicist and Associate Professor of Religious Studies at the University of Virginia, Nichole M. Flores. Ryan McAnnally-Linz interviewed her in early 2021 about Fratelli Tutti, an encyclical teaching he published 6 months into the COVID-19 pandemic. From that encyclical he writes:“Here we have a splendid secret that shows us how to dream and to turn our life into a wonderful adventure. No one can face life in isolation… We need a community that supports and helps us, in which we can help one another to keep looking ahead. How important it is to dream together… By ourselves, we risk seeing mirages, things that are not there. Dreams, on the other hand, are built together. Let us dream, then, as a single human family, as fellow travelers sharing the same flesh, as children of the same earth which is our common home, each of us bringing the richness of his or her beliefs and convictions, each of us with his or her own voice, brothers and sisters all." (Pope Francis, Fratelli Tutti)Last year, in the midst of a global nightmare, Pope Francis invited the world to dream together of something different. He released Fratelli Tutti in October 2020—a message of friendship, dignity, and solidarity not just to Catholics, but "to all people of good will"—for the whole human community. In this episode, social ethicist Nichole Flores (University of Virginia) explains papal encyclicals and works through the moral vision of Fratelli Tutti, highlighting especially Pope Francis's views on faith as seeing with the eyes of Christ, the implications of human dignity for discourse, justice and solidarity, and finally the language of dreaming together of a different world.Support For the Life of the World: Give to  the Yale Center for Faith & CultureShow NotesRead the entire text of Fratelli Tutti online hereWhat is a papal encyclical? For “All people of good will”—not just CatholicsExamining the signs of the times, e.g., Fratelli Tutti will always be connected to its global context during a pandemic.What is Fratelli Tutti? What does its title mean?Brothers and Sisters All: Using Italian, a particular language, as a pathway to the universal, rather than traditional Latin titlePope Francis' roots in Latin America: How his particularity as Latin American gives him a universal message; local and communal belonging; neighborhoods contributing to the common goodSeeing/Gazing: Faith as seeing with the eyes of Christ (Lumen Fidei)Undermining human dignity in social media discourse; the failure of grandstanding rather than encounterSolidarity as a dirty word: conflicts within Catholicism about how to understand and apply justice and solidarity in real lifeSolidarity requires encounter with the otherSocial friendship and fraternityHuman dignity in the tradition of Catholic social ethicsDreaming together: fighting against the temptation to dream alone, inviting us to imagine; cultivating a conversation that forms collective imagination and aesthetic reality.About Nichole FloresNichole Flores is a social ethicist who is Associate Professor of Religious Studies at the University of Virginia. She studies the constructive contributions of Catholic and Latinx theologies to notions of justice and aesthetics to the life of democracy. Her research in practical ethics addresses issues of democracy, migration, family, gender, economics (labor and consumption), race and ethnicity, and ecology. Visit NicholeMFlores.com for more information.

Today, we're discussing the recent passing of Pope Francis. As a Protestant, I don't hold to Catholic doctrine, and I've had some serious theological issues with the papacy—but that doesn't mean I won't stop to reflect when someone steps into eternity.In this episode, I'm praying for Pope Francis' soul and hoping he had a deathbed conversion—because no one is beyond God's reach. I also hope Catholics choose a biblical pope next time, not one more interested in pleasing the world than honoring the Word.We'll talk about the things he did right—his care for the poor and moments of humility. But we'll also look at the dangerous things he got wrong:Promoting open borders that have devastated countries and erased traditionSaying all religions worship the same God (they don't)Claiming the human heart is good (the Bible says it's deceitful above all things)Ignoring original sin and the fallen nature of manThis is a respectful but honest take on a figure who meant a lot to many—but who, like all of us, needed Christ above all.--https://noblegoldinvestments.com/

Today we bring you the first half of Bishop Barron's lecture at Charles University in Prague. In this talk, Bishop focuses on St. Thomas Aquinas' distinctive notion of God as “ipsum esse” and its connection with some of the principal themes of Catholic social teaching. Enjoy! Link: Word on Fire Institute: https://institute.wordonfire.org/ NOTE: Do you like this podcast? Become a Word on Fire IGNITE member! Word on Fire is a non-profit ministry that depends on the support of our listeners . . . like you! So become a part of this mission and join IGNITE today to become a Word on Fire insider and receive some special donor gifts for your generosity.

Lucas Koach came to faith as a teenager through Young Life, and pursued a call to ministry, entering Denver Seminary. That trajectory eventually led him to the Anglican Church of North America, where he served as an ordained priest for several years. Drawn by Catholic Social Teaching, a desire for Christian unity, and the thought of St. John Henry Newman, Lucas eventually became convicted of the truth and beauty of the Catholic Faith and made the journey home.

In this episode, Rayne and Mika chat with Nick Townsend. Nick is an academic and theologian from England who specialises in Christian politics and ethics. The conversation covers the history of individualism in the West, Catholic Social Teaching and Christian ethics, and conceptualisations of the common good. Nick outlines the role of businesses, workers, governments, and citizens in forming and contributing to the common good, in order to build a society where everyone can flourish.ReferencesLaborem Exercens (1981) | John Paul IICCLA – common-good focused investment bankTogether For The Common Good (UK charity)Charles Taylor, Sources of the Self: The Making of the Modern Identity (1989)Lynn Stout, The Shareholder Value Myth: How Putting Shareholders First Harms Investors, Corporations, and the Public (2004)Nicholas Townsend, 'Blue Labour + Red Tory = Christian Democracy?' (2015)

Day of Prayer for the Legal Protection of Unborn Children. Father Dave reflects on Jesus' desire to restore humanity and make us whole. In light of today's feast, he challenges us to stand up for human life even when modern society considers it disposable. Preached at St. Paul the Apostle Church, New York City, NY on 1-22-25

Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time. Father Dave recounts how all three readings today feature people who made radical changes in their lives after hearing God's call. He challenges us to boldly and loudly say yes to how God may be calling us today. Preached at St. Paul the Apostle Church, New York City, NY on 2-09-25

Dr. James Bergida, a professor of political science and economics at Christendom College, previews the subject of his upcoming four-week Lenten series in our Lyceum Auditorium – an introduction to Catholic Social Teaching. The series will share about the Catholic Church's "best-kept secret”: its social doctrine. Here are the dates of his talk: + March 18: Social Creatures: Timeless Principles for an Everchanging World + March 25: Family: The Basic Unit of Society + April 1: Government: An Institution for the Common Good + April 8: Living with Things: Material Goods, Work, and the Economy For more information, click here.

A deeply considered examination of the “common good” reconciling Catholic Social Thought with secular politics and philosophy. The Second Vatican Council invites dialogue about the common good as the set of economic, political, legal, and cultural conditions for human flourishing, whether as individuals or as communities. However, some contemporary Catholic authors jeopardize this dialogue by polarizing liberalism and the common good, interpreting the commitment to individual liberty as incompatible with commitment to the common good. Human Dignity and Liberal Politics: Catholic Possibilities for the Common Good (Georgetown UP, 2023) clarifies the meaning of the common good through the three lenses of Aristotelian practical philosophy, twentieth-century Catholic Social Thought, and political liberalism. It makes the case that embracing the common good does not entail a rejection of liberalism, but that a commitment to liberal politics is compatible with faithful adherence to the Catholic tradition. The book argues that liberal political philosophy is not only compatible with Catholic Social Teaching but may also be the most appropriate framework for communicating the richness of the Church's tradition today. Furthermore, accepting political liberalism can facilitate collaboration in political life between those who hold different worldviews and foster an enriched discussion of democracy, human rights, and religious liberty. Students and scholars of Christian ethics and political philosophy will benefit from this response to the challenges of dialogue about the “common good” in the context of the resurgence of this topic. Sam Young is a recent PhD graduate from Cardiff University, specialising in the theological history of European social Catholic movements active during the crisis years of the 1920s and 1930s. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

A deeply considered examination of the “common good” reconciling Catholic Social Thought with secular politics and philosophy. The Second Vatican Council invites dialogue about the common good as the set of economic, political, legal, and cultural conditions for human flourishing, whether as individuals or as communities. However, some contemporary Catholic authors jeopardize this dialogue by polarizing liberalism and the common good, interpreting the commitment to individual liberty as incompatible with commitment to the common good. Human Dignity and Liberal Politics: Catholic Possibilities for the Common Good (Georgetown UP, 2023) clarifies the meaning of the common good through the three lenses of Aristotelian practical philosophy, twentieth-century Catholic Social Thought, and political liberalism. It makes the case that embracing the common good does not entail a rejection of liberalism, but that a commitment to liberal politics is compatible with faithful adherence to the Catholic tradition. The book argues that liberal political philosophy is not only compatible with Catholic Social Teaching but may also be the most appropriate framework for communicating the richness of the Church's tradition today. Furthermore, accepting political liberalism can facilitate collaboration in political life between those who hold different worldviews and foster an enriched discussion of democracy, human rights, and religious liberty. Students and scholars of Christian ethics and political philosophy will benefit from this response to the challenges of dialogue about the “common good” in the context of the resurgence of this topic. Sam Young is a recent PhD graduate from Cardiff University, specialising in the theological history of European social Catholic movements active during the crisis years of the 1920s and 1930s. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/political-science

A deeply considered examination of the “common good” reconciling Catholic Social Thought with secular politics and philosophy. The Second Vatican Council invites dialogue about the common good as the set of economic, political, legal, and cultural conditions for human flourishing, whether as individuals or as communities. However, some contemporary Catholic authors jeopardize this dialogue by polarizing liberalism and the common good, interpreting the commitment to individual liberty as incompatible with commitment to the common good. Human Dignity and Liberal Politics: Catholic Possibilities for the Common Good (Georgetown UP, 2023) clarifies the meaning of the common good through the three lenses of Aristotelian practical philosophy, twentieth-century Catholic Social Thought, and political liberalism. It makes the case that embracing the common good does not entail a rejection of liberalism, but that a commitment to liberal politics is compatible with faithful adherence to the Catholic tradition. The book argues that liberal political philosophy is not only compatible with Catholic Social Teaching but may also be the most appropriate framework for communicating the richness of the Church's tradition today. Furthermore, accepting political liberalism can facilitate collaboration in political life between those who hold different worldviews and foster an enriched discussion of democracy, human rights, and religious liberty. Students and scholars of Christian ethics and political philosophy will benefit from this response to the challenges of dialogue about the “common good” in the context of the resurgence of this topic. Sam Young is a recent PhD graduate from Cardiff University, specialising in the theological history of European social Catholic movements active during the crisis years of the 1920s and 1930s. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/religion

A deeply considered examination of the “common good” reconciling Catholic Social Thought with secular politics and philosophy. The Second Vatican Council invites dialogue about the common good as the set of economic, political, legal, and cultural conditions for human flourishing, whether as individuals or as communities. However, some contemporary Catholic authors jeopardize this dialogue by polarizing liberalism and the common good, interpreting the commitment to individual liberty as incompatible with commitment to the common good. Human Dignity and Liberal Politics: Catholic Possibilities for the Common Good (Georgetown UP, 2023) clarifies the meaning of the common good through the three lenses of Aristotelian practical philosophy, twentieth-century Catholic Social Thought, and political liberalism. It makes the case that embracing the common good does not entail a rejection of liberalism, but that a commitment to liberal politics is compatible with faithful adherence to the Catholic tradition. The book argues that liberal political philosophy is not only compatible with Catholic Social Teaching but may also be the most appropriate framework for communicating the richness of the Church's tradition today. Furthermore, accepting political liberalism can facilitate collaboration in political life between those who hold different worldviews and foster an enriched discussion of democracy, human rights, and religious liberty. Students and scholars of Christian ethics and political philosophy will benefit from this response to the challenges of dialogue about the “common good” in the context of the resurgence of this topic. Sam Young is a recent PhD graduate from Cardiff University, specialising in the theological history of European social Catholic movements active during the crisis years of the 1920s and 1930s. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/politics-and-polemics

A deeply considered examination of the “common good” reconciling Catholic Social Thought with secular politics and philosophy. The Second Vatican Council invites dialogue about the common good as the set of economic, political, legal, and cultural conditions for human flourishing, whether as individuals or as communities. However, some contemporary Catholic authors jeopardize this dialogue by polarizing liberalism and the common good, interpreting the commitment to individual liberty as incompatible with commitment to the common good. Human Dignity and Liberal Politics: Catholic Possibilities for the Common Good (Georgetown UP, 2023) clarifies the meaning of the common good through the three lenses of Aristotelian practical philosophy, twentieth-century Catholic Social Thought, and political liberalism. It makes the case that embracing the common good does not entail a rejection of liberalism, but that a commitment to liberal politics is compatible with faithful adherence to the Catholic tradition. The book argues that liberal political philosophy is not only compatible with Catholic Social Teaching but may also be the most appropriate framework for communicating the richness of the Church's tradition today. Furthermore, accepting political liberalism can facilitate collaboration in political life between those who hold different worldviews and foster an enriched discussion of democracy, human rights, and religious liberty. Students and scholars of Christian ethics and political philosophy will benefit from this response to the challenges of dialogue about the “common good” in the context of the resurgence of this topic. Sam Young is a recent PhD graduate from Cardiff University, specialising in the theological history of European social Catholic movements active during the crisis years of the 1920s and 1930s. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A deeply considered examination of the “common good” reconciling Catholic Social Thought with secular politics and philosophy. The Second Vatican Council invites dialogue about the common good as the set of economic, political, legal, and cultural conditions for human flourishing, whether as individuals or as communities. However, some contemporary Catholic authors jeopardize this dialogue by polarizing liberalism and the common good, interpreting the commitment to individual liberty as incompatible with commitment to the common good. Human Dignity and Liberal Politics: Catholic Possibilities for the Common Good (Georgetown UP, 2023) clarifies the meaning of the common good through the three lenses of Aristotelian practical philosophy, twentieth-century Catholic Social Thought, and political liberalism. It makes the case that embracing the common good does not entail a rejection of liberalism, but that a commitment to liberal politics is compatible with faithful adherence to the Catholic tradition. The book argues that liberal political philosophy is not only compatible with Catholic Social Teaching but may also be the most appropriate framework for communicating the richness of the Church's tradition today. Furthermore, accepting political liberalism can facilitate collaboration in political life between those who hold different worldviews and foster an enriched discussion of democracy, human rights, and religious liberty. Students and scholars of Christian ethics and political philosophy will benefit from this response to the challenges of dialogue about the “common good” in the context of the resurgence of this topic. Sam Young is a recent PhD graduate from Cardiff University, specialising in the theological history of European social Catholic movements active during the crisis years of the 1920s and 1930s. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/christian-studies

A deeply considered examination of the “common good” reconciling Catholic Social Thought with secular politics and philosophy. The Second Vatican Council invites dialogue about the common good as the set of economic, political, legal, and cultural conditions for human flourishing, whether as individuals or as communities. However, some contemporary Catholic authors jeopardize this dialogue by polarizing liberalism and the common good, interpreting the commitment to individual liberty as incompatible with commitment to the common good. Human Dignity and Liberal Politics: Catholic Possibilities for the Common Good (Georgetown UP, 2023) clarifies the meaning of the common good through the three lenses of Aristotelian practical philosophy, twentieth-century Catholic Social Thought, and political liberalism. It makes the case that embracing the common good does not entail a rejection of liberalism, but that a commitment to liberal politics is compatible with faithful adherence to the Catholic tradition. The book argues that liberal political philosophy is not only compatible with Catholic Social Teaching but may also be the most appropriate framework for communicating the richness of the Church's tradition today. Furthermore, accepting political liberalism can facilitate collaboration in political life between those who hold different worldviews and foster an enriched discussion of democracy, human rights, and religious liberty. Students and scholars of Christian ethics and political philosophy will benefit from this response to the challenges of dialogue about the “common good” in the context of the resurgence of this topic. Sam Young is a recent PhD graduate from Cardiff University, specialising in the theological history of European social Catholic movements active during the crisis years of the 1920s and 1930s. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week we are joined by Austin Ruse, President of Center for Family & Human Rights (C-Fam) in New York and Washington DC and writer/editor for Crisis Magazine. In this episode, Deacon Geoff and Austin discuss ways the sexual revolution continues to impact our Western society and the behavior of leaders in our country. In a world that is riddled with compromise, they emphasize the importance of being bold and courageous in living out the truths of the Catholic Christina faith, which can sometimes mean uncomfortable conversations and acknowledging ways leaders in the community are not upholding every aspect of Catholic Social Teaching and the dignity of the human person. To read more of Mr. Ruse's articles or purchase his books, visit https://crisismagazine.com/author/austin-ruse. For more information on the Center for Family & Human Rights visit https://c-fam.org/.

We welcome back Stefano Gennarini of C-Fam to discuss recent changes in United States foreign policy, abuses of international aid, and national sovereignty. Might the country be moving closer towards a core element of Catholic Social Teaching: subsidiarity? Father finishes with Timely Thoughts.   Show Notes How Trump's Dismantling Of USAID Marks A Seismic, Historic Shift In America's Role In The World | ZeroHedge USAID D.C. Headquarters Closed To Staff After Musk Declares Agency Shutdown With Trump's Approval – One America News Network DHS official confirms dept will defy Kristi Noem if they ‘don't agree with' her priorities: OMG  BREAKING NEWS: Trump Announces Vast Pro-Life Policies - C-Fam The Dirty Truth Behind Bill Kristol's 'Private' Funding – PJ Media Trump Eradicates Gender Ideology on Week One - C-Fam Withdrawing The United States From The World Health Organization – The White House World Health Organization: Friend or Foe? (Fr. Robert McTeigue S.J.) 5/27/22 The World Health Organization Doesn't Like You (Dr. Rebecca Oas) 2/19/24 Contradictions from the UN? (Dr. Rebecca Oas) 11/18/24 Elon Musk Confirms Trump Admin Shutting Down Pro-Abortion USAID - LifeNews.com Tiktok influencer and activist from Uganda thanks the U.S. for ending USAID aid.... U.S. Debt Clock iCatholic Mobile The Station of the Cross Merchandise - Use Coupon Code 14STATIONS for 10% off | Catholic to the Max Read Fr. McTeigue's Written Works! "Let's Take A Closer Look" with Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J. | Full Series Playlist Listen to Fr. McTeigue's Preaching! | Herald of the Gospel Sermons Podcast on Spotify Visit Fr. McTeigue's Website | Herald of the Gospel Questions? Comments? Feedback? Ask Father!

As we strive to be saints in the making, Father Dave welcomes Daryl Grigsby to highlight holy men and women from his new book, “Catholics for the Common Good: An Eternal Offering.”   

Donald Trump is picking fights on many fronts — China, Canada, and even Greenland. But his tough policies on immigration have raised the ire of another world leader, Pope Francis.

In this episode Stacy wishes listeners a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year while also discussing some of the challenges the podcast has faced over the last 6 months. She also asks listeners to continue to pray for all involved with Coffee & Catholics.   Resource discussed:  http://www.wordoftheyear.me/   Join us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/231017461535192   If you enjoy this podcast, please consider contributing to our Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/coffeeandcatholics or you can email us at coffeeandcatholics@gmail.com for direct donations and prayer requests.   Looking to learn how to reflect God's mercy in your parenting, let go of irritation and anger, become less reactive and more tenderhearted, and depend on God to lead you and help you bear “fruit that will last” (John 15:16)? Get more info on Lauren's Merciful Mama Retreat by emailing gatheringmannaformoms@gmail.com   Thank you to our lovely affiliate Blessed is She for their dedication to sisterhood in Christ. https://blessedisshe.net/?ref=COFFEECATHOLICS   We are big fans of Catholic Sprouts and all the wonderful things Nancy and the team are doing to spread the faith in families. Get their new book Catholic Social Teaching for Youth and many other great items at https://shop.catholicsprouts.com/?ref=COFFEEANDCATHOLICS   Love TAN Books? We do too! Consider using our affiliate account for your next purchase. https://tanbooks.com?rfsn=7123077.dfb511   We're a proud partner of the SmartCatholics Podcast Network. Find new shows to love, meet like-minded Catholics, and join the community at smartcatholics.com.

Catholic Social Teaching

 Bishop Dolan joins us to talk about Sunday's Gospel. Abigail Standish will continue with our exploration of Catholic Social Teaching with a conversation about solidarity. Sr. Ginger Downey will share stories of consecrated men and women religious in their retirement years. You'll also get up to date on the latest news and happenings around the diocese.   Special thanks to Catholic Cemeteries and Funeral Homes for making this show possible.

Austrian Economics, Catholic Social Teaching and much more comes up as we discuss the role and moral basis of private property rights.

#114 Myra Martinez: Danielle, A Story of Surrender and Trust   In this episode, we are joined by Myra Martinez who shares the story of her seven-year-old daughter Danielle who courageously battled leukemia. Myra speaks of the transformative power of suffering when united with faith.    You can find Myra's book Danielle: A Story of Surrender and Trust at https://www.amazon.com/Danielle-Surrender-Myra-J-Martinez/dp/B0CRFT61ZG   For more information about the Ecclesial Family and Gospel of Life Disciples+Dwellings: https://www.gospeloflifedisciples.org/   Family Consecration to the Sacred Heart   Join us on Facebook  https://www.facebook.com/groups/231017461535192   If you enjoy this podcast, please consider contributing to our Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/coffeeandcatholics or you can email us at coffeeandcatholics@gmail.com for direct donations and prayer requests.   Looking to learn how to reflect God's mercy in your parenting, let go of irritation and anger, become less reactive and more tenderhearted, and depend on God to lead you and help you bear “fruit that will last” (John 15:16)? Get more info on Lauren's Merciful Mama Retreat by emailing gatheringmannaformoms@gmail.com   Thank you to our lovely affiliate Blessed is She for their dedication to sisterhood in Christ. https://blessedisshe.net/?ref=COFFEECATHOLICS   We are big fans of Catholic Sprouts and all the wonderful things Nancy and the team are doing to spread the faith in families. Get their new book Catholic Social Teaching for Youth and many other great items at https://shop.catholicsprouts.com/?ref=COFFEEANDCATHOLICS Get 10% off your order using our code: coffeeandcatholics10 Love TAN Books? We do too! Consider using our affiliate account for your next purchase. https://tanbooks.com?rfsn=7123077.dfb511   We're a proud partner of the SmartCatholics Podcast Network. Find new shows to love, meet like-minded Catholics, and join the community at smartcatholics.com.

Fr. Charles Oduke, PhD, is a Kenyan-born, Jesuit-trained, Kenya-India-USA- educated, world-traveled, university-founder and hospital mission-integrator, who conducts a clinic on Roman Catholic social teaching and doctrine rooted in human dignity and advancing common good as a basis for societal equity and justice.

In this conversation, Daniel chats with Julie Schumacher Cohen about Catholic peacemaking work in Palestine-Israel. Julie shares about her Israeli Jewish family and the impact that visiting Palestine has had on her identity and faith.  She also discusses how her Catholic faith influences the way she advocates for peace and justice through her work at Churches for Middle East Peace. See also our previous conversation with Jordan Denari Duffner, who co-authored an important article with Julie on Catholic Social Teaching in relation to Palestine-Israel. In their extended conversation for our Patreon supporters, Daniel and Julie discuss President Biden's commitment to Zionism. To access this extended conversation and others, consider⁠ ⁠supporting us on Patreon⁠⁠. Julie Schumacher Cohen is a member of the Catholic Advisory Council of Churches for Middle East Peace, having previously served as its deputy director. Julie is also assistant vice president for community engagement and government affairs at the University of Scranton, a Jesuit and Catholic university, where she chairs its community-based learning board, leads its political dialogue initiative, and collaborates with local partners on economic justice, refugee solidarity, and other civic engagement projects. If you enjoy our podcast, please consider becoming a Patreon monthly supporter at: https://www.patreon.com/AcrosstheDivide  Follow Across the Divide on ⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠ and ⁠Instagram⁠ ⁠⁠⁠‪@AcrosstheDividePodcast‬⁠⁠⁠ Show Notes: Article on Catholic Social Teaching co-authored with Jordan Denari Duffner: https://www.americamagazine.org/politics-society/2024/06/20/catholic-social-teaching-israel-palestine-conflict-248191 Article by Julie about Biden's lack of empathy towards the Palestinians: https://www.americamagazine.org/politics-society/2024/01/25/biden-empathy-palestinians-israel-hamas-247021 Article by Julie about  Fr. Ignacio Ellacuría and the role of Jesuit higher ed in this time of great turmoil in Gaza and Israel-Palestine: https://conversationsmagazine.org/gaza-and-israel-palestine-the-role-of-jesuit-higher-education-in-a-time-of-turmoil-810e1ab89001

#113 Judy Burke and her Journey with Terminal Cancer   In this episode, we speak with Judy Burke, a mother of 3 with terminal adenoid cystic carcinoma. Join us in this surprisingly joyful conversation about living while knowing you are dying. Multiple trigger warnings - death, cancer, molestation.    Judy's IG: Judith_Means_Courage  GoFund Me for their family   Resources Mentioned:  ‘ Blessed by Cancer IG   Sr. Miriam James' and the JPII Healing Center   Franciscan Sisters of the Eucharist Counseling Center   Join us on Facebook  https://www.facebook.com/groups/231017461535192   If you enjoy this podcast, please consider contributing to our Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/coffeeandcatholics or you can email us at coffeeandcatholics@gmail.com for direct donations and prayer requests.   Looking to learn how to reflect God's mercy in your parenting, let go of irritation and anger, become less reactive and more tenderhearted, and depend on God to lead you and help you bear “fruit that will last” (John 15:16)? Get more info on Lauren's Merciful Mama Retreat by emailing gatheringmannaformoms@gmail.com   Thank you to our lovely affiliate Blessed is She for their dedication to sisterhood in Christ. https://blessedisshe.net/?ref=COFFEECATHOLICS   We are big fans of Catholic Sprouts and all the wonderful things Nancy and the team are doing to spread the faith in families. Get their new book Catholic Social Teaching for Youth and many other great items at https://shop.catholicsprouts.com/?ref=COFFEEANDCATHOLICS Get 10% off using our code coffeeandcatholics10   Love TAN Books? We do too! Consider using our affiliate account for your next purchase. https://tanbooks.com?rfsn=7123077.dfb511   We're a proud partner of the SmartCatholics Podcast Network. Find new shows to love, meet like-minded Catholics, and join the community at smartcatholics.com.

Today we pick back up considerations of Catholic Social Teaching, but with a liturgically appropriate twist: in this month of November dedicated to praying for the dead, what can the dead teach us about civic life and Catholic Social Teaching? Ruminating on a wide array of commentators, we explore how the ultimate poverty of death should make us treat the living better and understand how Christ's Death and Resurrection shows His preferential option for us even in the grave. Iowa Catholic Radio Network Shows: - Be Not Afraid with Fr. PJ McManus - Catholic Women Now with Chris Magruder and Julie Nelson - Faith of Trial with Deacon Mike Manno and Gina Noll - Making It Personal with Bishop William Joensen - Man Up! with Joe Stopulus - The Catholic Morning Show - The Uncommon Good with Bo Bonner and Dr. Bud Marr - Faith and Family Finance with Gregory Waddle    

A surprising number of Catholic conversions in the last hundred years begin with one man: G. K. Chesterton. A modern Catholic favorite, Chesterton looms large in subjects as diverse as theology, satire, marginalia, philosophy, politics, and mystery fiction. Our guest today is Dale Ahlquist, founder and president of the Society of Gilbert Keith Chesterton. His own journey of conversion started with Chesterton's The Everlasting Man. In our conversation, we visit many of Chesterton's ideas, concluding with the much misunderstood “distributism”—a Chestertonian practical philosophy and the subject of Ahlquist's co-edited book of essays titled Localism: Coming Home to Catholic Social Teaching. Chapters: 1:53 Conversion by way of Chesterton 6:17 Chesterton: a “complete thinker” 8:16 Reading recommendations 12:05 The opening of Everlasting Man 13:56 The ending of Man Who Was Thursday 17:16 Fairy tales and fundamental truths 19:18 “The twitch upon the thread” 22:27 Defining distributism, or localism 30:13 Localism for D.C. (sub)urbanites 33:44 Founding schools: localism in action 39:11 Family enterprises 42:19 The contributors to Localism 45:31 Creating a life of localism where you are Links: Localism: Coming Home to Catholic Social Teaching edited by Dale Ahlquist and Michael Warren Davis The Everlasting Man by G. K. Chesterton G. K. Chesterton: The Apostle of Common Sense by Dale Ahlquist Common Sense 101: Lessons from G. K. Chesterton by Dale Ahlquist Orthodoxy by G. K. Chesterton St. Thomas Aquinas by G. K. Chesterton St. Francis of Assisi by G. K. Chesterton Father Brown: The Essential Tales by G. K. Chesterton “The Roots of the World” by G. K. Chesterton The Man Who Was Thursday: A Nightmare by G. K. Chesterton   Men in the Making, Alvaro de Vicente's substack featuring original articles Featured Opportunities: What Should a Catholic University Be? at The Heights School (December 7, 2024) Also on the Forum: Episode 1: The Homework Problem, newly launched Forum Faculty Podcast hosted by Tom Cox featuring round-table discussions with veteran teachers

Bishop Dolan joins us to talk about Sunday's Gospel. Abigail Standish and Brianna Dell Valle explore the Catholic Social Teaching pillar of the option for the poor and vulnerable. We'll get a visit from Cande de Leon from St. Vincent de Paul. You'll also get up to date on the latest news and events.   Special thanks to Catholic Cemeteries and Funeral Homes for making this show possible.

#112 November A Month of Remembrance  In this episode, Annie, Alisha, and Stacy remember the souls in purgatory and discuss some upcoming episodes on loss, grief, and the peace of Christ.  The Art of Dying Well by St. Robert Bellarmine   Searching for and Maintaining Peace by Fr. Jacque Philippe    St. Gertrude Prayer: Eternal Father, I offer You the most Precious Blood of Your Divine Son, Jesus, in union with the Masses said throughout the world today, for all the Holy Souls in Purgatory, for sinners everywhere, for sinners in the Universal Church, those in my own home, and within my family. Amen   ETWN Why do Catholics Celebrate All Souls Day https://www.ewtn.com/catholicism/seasons-and-feast-days/all-souls-20378   Is Purgatory in the Bible? https://www.catholic.com/magazine/online-edition/is-purgatory-in-the-bible     Join us on Facebook  https://www.facebook.com/groups/231017461535192   If you enjoy this podcast, please consider contributing to our Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/coffeeandcatholics or you can email us at coffeeandcatholics@gmail.com for direct donations and prayer requests.   Looking to learn how to reflect God's mercy in your parenting, let go of irritation and anger, become less reactive and more tenderhearted, and depend on God to lead you and help you bear “fruit that will last” (John 15:16)? Get more info on Lauren's Merciful Mama Retreat by emailing gatheringmannaformoms@gmail.com   Thank you to our lovely affiliate Blessed is She for their dedication to sisterhood in Christ. https://blessedisshe.net/?ref=COFFEECATHOLICS   We are big fans of Catholic Sprouts and all the wonderful things Nancy and the team are doing to spread the faith in families. Get their new book Catholic Social Teaching for Youth and many other great items at https://shop.catholicsprouts.com/?ref=COFFEEANDCATHOLICS   Love TAN Books? We do too! Consider using our affiliate account for your next purchase. https://tanbooks.com?rfsn=7123077.dfb511   We're a proud partner of the SmartCatholics Podcast Network. Find new shows to love, meet like-minded Catholics, and join the community at smartcatholics.com.    

Prof. Martin Chung (Hong Kong Baptist University/Center for the Study of Ethnic Conflict, Queens University Belfast) gave a lecture to the Maurin Academy introducing us to Catholic Social Teaching on economic life and the international community. … More Prof. Martin Chung on “Catholic Social Teaching on Economic Life and the International Community.”

We keep trucking along with our series reconsidering the fundamental pillars and principles of Catholic Social Teaching, the same first run of shows we started with when we began the UnCommon Good on Iowa Catholic Radio 8 years ago. Today we deal with the Dignity of Persons, and how that plays into things like the Imago Dei, Human Rights, and how the primacy of the human person alters how we consider any other social question. Iowa Catholic Radio Network Shows: - Be Not Afraid with Fr. PJ McManus - Catholic Women Now with Chris Magruder and Julie Nelson - Faith of Trial with Deacon Mike Manno and Gina Noll - Making It Personal with Bishop William Joensen - Man Up! with Joe Stopulus - The Catholic Morning Show - The Uncommon Good with Bo Bonner and Dr. Bud Marr - Faith and Family Finance with Gregory Waddle    

#111 Patriotic Rosary for the United States of America   In this episode, we invite our listeners to pray along with us the patriotic rosary for the United States of America.   https://www.sfsparish.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/THE-PATRIOTIC-ROSARY-Handout-Version-PDF-1.pdf   Join us on Facebook  https://www.facebook.com/groups/231017461535192   If you enjoy this podcast, please consider contributing to our Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/coffeeandcatholics or you can email us at coffeeandcatholics@gmail.com for direct donations and prayer requests.   Looking to learn how to reflect God's mercy in your parenting, let go of irritation and anger, become less reactive and more tenderhearted, and depend on God to lead you and help you bear “fruit that will last” (John 15:16)? Get more info on Lauren's Merciful Mama Retreat by emailing gatheringmannaformoms@gmail.com   Thank you to our lovely affiliate Blessed is She for their dedication to sisterhood in Christ. https://blessedisshe.net/?ref=COFFEECATHOLICS   We are big fans of Catholic Sprouts and all the wonderful things Nancy and the team are doing to spread the faith in families. Get their new book Catholic Social Teaching for Youth and many other great items at https://shop.catholicsprouts.com/?ref=COFFEEANDCATHOLICS   Love TAN Books? We do too! Consider using our affiliate account for your next purchase. https://tanbooks.com?rfsn=7123077.dfb511   We're a proud partner of the SmartCatholics Podcast Network. Find new shows to love, meet like-minded Catholics, and join the community at smartcatholics.com.

In this episode, Daniel engages in a conversation with Jordan Denari Duffner, a Catholic public theologian, author, and educator. They discuss the work Duffner has been doing since October 7, including a sign-on letter she co-authored from U.S. Catholics on Israel-Palestine. They also delve into another article she co-authored to help Catholics better understand the situation in Gaza, Israel, and Palestine. A significant portion of the discussion is dedicated to Catholic Social Teaching. In their extended conversation for our Patreon supporters, Jordan discusses some of her research on islamophobia and the role it plays in impacting the way people in the West think about Palestine. To access this extended conversation and previous ones, consider ⁠supporting us on Patreon⁠.  Jordan Denari Duffner specializes in Muslim-Christian relations, interreligious dialogue, and Islamophobia. She holds a Ph.D. in Theological and Religious Studies from Georgetown University and serves on the Catholic Advisory Council of Churches for Middle East Peace, which advocates for justice for all in Israel-Palestine. She has written two books, Finding Jesus among Muslims: How Loving Islam Makes Me a Better Catholic (2017) and Islamophobia: What Christians Should Know (and Do) about Anti-Muslim Discrimination (2021). In 2023, she was also appointed by the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops to the National Catholic-Muslim Dialogue. You can find her writing at her Substack publication, Digging Our Well, follow her on social media, and contact her via JordanDenari.com. If you enjoy our podcast, please consider becoming a Patreon monthly supporter at: https://www.patreon.com/AcrosstheDivide  Follow Across the Divide on ⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠ and ⁠Instagram⁠ ⁠⁠⁠‪@AcrosstheDividePodcast‬⁠⁠⁠ Show Notes: Catholic sign-on letter with signatures: Sign-On Letter from U.S. Catholics on Israel-Palestine Article on Catholic social teaching and I-P: What should Catholics think about Gaza, Israel and Palestine? Catholic social teaching has answers. | America Magazine Essay on crossing the border: What's in a name? Stories of interrogation at the Israeli border

#110 Fall Saints That We Fall in Love With    In this episode, Stacy, Lauren, and Annie share about their Confirmation Saints and other Saints whose feast days are in Autumn and how they have pursued them over the years.    The Message of St. Therese of Lisieux by Mgr Vernon Johnson   Stigmata: The Miraculous Gift St. Francis Wanted to Hide   https://holyheroes.com/   https://www.catholicicing.com/   Tiny Saint's JPII Charm    Looking to learn how to reflect God's mercy in your parenting, let go of irritation and anger, become less reactive and more tenderhearted, and depend on God to lead you and help you bear “fruit that will last” (John 15:16)? Get more info on Lauren's Merciful Mama Retreat by emailing gatheringmannaformoms@gmail.com   Join us on Facebook  https://www.facebook.com/groups/231017461535192   If you enjoy this podcast, please consider contributing to our Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/coffeeandcatholics or you can email us at coffeeandcatholics@gmail.com for direct donations and prayer requests.   Thank you to our lovely affiliate Blessed is She for their dedication to sisterhood in Christ. https://blessedisshe.net/?ref=COFFEECATHOLICS   We are big fans of Catholic Sprouts and all the wonderful things Nancy and the team are doing to spread the faith in families. Get their new book Catholic Social Teaching for Youth and many other great items at https://shop.catholicsprouts.com/?ref=COFFEEANDCATHOLICS   Love TAN Books? We do too! Consider using our affiliate account for your next purchase. https://tanbooks.com?rfsn=7123077.dfb511   We're a proud partner of the SmartCatholics Podcast Network. Find new shows to love, meet like-minded Catholics, and join the community at smartcatholics.com.         ReplyForward   Add reaction

This is the second of a two part interview with Peter Sonski, American Solidarity Party candidate for President of the United States. In this episode we discuss tenets of Catholic Social Teaching as the guiding principals of the American Solidarity Party.

This is the first of a two part interview with Peter Sonski, American Solidarity Party candidate for President of the United States. In this episode we delve into the issues that we as Catholics should consider when voting, and our role as citizens in sharing the Gospel.

Tune in to hear why it is important to participate and take responsibility for the health of society, and some practical tips on how to discern one's participation. This is the second of a 3-part miniature sermon-series on Catholic Social Teaching in conjunction with voting.

Tune in to hear how the Church defines “society”, and why society is absolutely essential to our flourishing as human beings. This is the first of a 3-part miniature sermon-series on Catholic Social Teaching in conjunction with voting.