Introducing Catholic Social Thought

"Introducing Catholic Social Thought is what every teacher and student hopes for in a textbook --- it is well organized, clearly written, accurate in its presentation, and insightful in its treatment of an essential element of the Catholic tradition."---Kenneth R. Himes, OFM, Boston College"This book answers the question: how can we find a brief but solid summary of Catholic social teaching? This introduction is informed by the author's engagement with the scholarly literature, his long teaching experience, and his wise responses to current debates. This will be valuable in college classrooms, parish discussion groups, and interfaith community organizations."---David O'Brien, College of the Holy Cross/University of Dayton"Presents Catholic Social Thought linked not only to its origins but to the alternative perspective it offers to key issues of the day. illustrates the movements, theological convictions and ideas through which the Church engages in the public sphere. A fine companion