Books on Social Justice and the Common Good
Catholics in Alliance will highlight important books of interest to Catholics and anyone looking for engaging works that challenge conventional wisdom, broaden our perspectives and ask thoughtful questions about the most critical issues of our time.
Whether it’s a theologian weighing in on the nuances of Catholic moral theology or a social justice activist tackling poverty issues, these writers push us to think about our responsibilities in serving the common good.
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Book Profile: A Nation for All: How the Catholic Vision of the Common Good Can Save America from the Politics
A Nation for All by Chris Korzen and Alexia Kelly.
Coming in June 2008!
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Book Profile: Living the Catholic Social Tradition
Living the Catholic Social Tradition
Cases and Commentary
Edited by Kathleen Maas Weigert and Alexia K. Kelley
Rowman & Littlefield, Publisher 2005
This collection of essays from leading scholars looks at cases studies based on community social justice projects across the country. These case studies tackle the issues that grassroots groups and visionary leaders face as they try to bring about positive changes in the communities.
Book Profile: The Moral Measure of the Economy
Orbis Books, 192 pages
John Gehring, senior writer for Catholics in Alliance for the Common Good, talks with Chuck Collins about his new book, the Moral Measure of the Economy.