Pope Francis: All People Have a Right to Religious Freedom, Not Just Christians

Highlights from Pope Francis in chapter 8 of Fratelli Tutti: The different religions, based on their respect for each human person as a creature called to be a child of God, contribute significantly to building fraternity and defending justice in society. (271) We are convinced that “when, in the name of an ideology, there is… Read More Pope Francis: All People Have a Right to Religious Freedom, Not Just Christians

Pope Francis: Inequality and Injustice Make Peace Impossible

Highlights from Pope Francis in chapter 7 of Fratelli Tutti: Those who work for tranquil social coexistence should never forget that inequality and lack of integral human development make peace impossible. (235) Nor does this mean calling for forgiveness when it involves renouncing our own rights, confronting corrupt officials, criminals or those who would debase… Read More Pope Francis: Inequality and Injustice Make Peace Impossible

Highlights from Chapter 1 of Fratelli Tutti: We Can Only Be Saved Together

Ancient conflicts thought long buried are breaking out anew, while instances of a myopic, extremist, resentful and aggressive nationalism are on the rise. In some countries, a concept of popular and national unity influenced by various ideologies is creating new forms of selfishness and a loss of the social sense under the guise of defending… Read More Highlights from Chapter 1 of Fratelli Tutti: We Can Only Be Saved Together