Democracy is “the most effective historical instrument for ensuring its own future in a way befitting to human beings.” (Pope Benedict XVI)
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God Quotes from Catholic Social Teaching
Every aspect of Catholic social teaching, from its guidance on cultural, political, and economic structures to its answers to pressing social issues has as its beating heart, God Himself.
Social Justice Quotes
Social justice “upholds the fundamental human right to a dignified life”. (Pope Francis)
All, Understanding Encyclicals, What is CST?
“The social message of the gospel must not be considered a theory, but above all else a basis and motivation for action.” (Pope St. John Paul II, 57)
All, What is CST?
Genuine freedom is not simply the ability to do whatever you want; it is the ability to choose the good.
All, Other, What is CST?
The Church's understanding of human rights is rooted in the fact that we are made in the image of God.
All, What is CST?
"When human beings set themselves against God, they...do not become free, but alienated from themselves."
All, Other, What is CST?
"[O]nly the freedom which submits to the Truth leads the human person to his true good. The good of the person is to be in the Truth and to do the Truth."
All, Human Dignity
The Church's understanding of human rights is rooted in the fact that we are made in the image of God.
