by Beth | Feb 8, 2007 | Justice and Peace
Though the Church “continues to maintain that the legitimate authorities of state have the duty to protect society from aggressors,” the declaration explained that in the modern world, the death penalty is difficult to justify. The Holy See’s... by Beth | Feb 5, 2007 | Justice and Peace
In a letter to members of Congress, National President Joseph Flannigan asks that they remember America’s most needy in the 2007 Farm Bill and FY 2008 Budget. “Please give those who are poor in America a chance,” he said. “Remember children and... by Beth | Feb 4, 2007 | Justice and Peace
The notion of social justice was a core motivating factor for the Society’s founder, the Blessed Frederic Ozanam. Indeed, on witnessing first-hand the plight of the marginalised on the streets of 19th Century Paris, Frederic felt compelled to act. The scope of... by Beth | Feb 3, 2007 | Justice and Peace
Among the features on this page… Hundreds of Economists Say: Raise the Minimum Wage I Minimum Wage Update – December 19, 2006 Donald Kerwin, Catholic Tradition and Teaching on Migrants and Newcomers”More and source by Beth | Jan 24, 2007 | Justice and Peace
According to the UN website the Daughters of Charity were recommended for special consultative status with the Economic and Social Council of the UN.For more background on the signifance of this visit the Wikipedia article on Consultative Status From the UN website... by Beth | Jan 18, 2007 | Justice and Peace
The Holy See’s permanent observer mission to the United Nations is co-sponsoring with the Vincentian Center for Church and Society at SJU a February 27th conference. NEW YORK, JAN. 17, 2007 (Zenit.org).- The Holy See’s permanent observer mission to the...
