Mercy in Action: The Social Teachings of Pope Francis

by Thomas J. Massaro

Book Overview

Since his election in 2013, Pope Francis has tackled many issues of urgent reform within the church. Mercy in Action explores Pope Francis's efforts to renewCatholic social teaching--the guidance the church offers on matters that pertain to social justice in the world. The book examines what Pope Francis has said, done, and written on six critical social issues today--economic inequality, worker justice, preserving the environment, healthy family...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1442271744
• ISBN13: 9781442271746
• Release Date: February 2018
• Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield Publishers
• Length: 218 Pages
• Weight: 0.75 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 5.9" x 8.9"
• Grade Range: Postsecondary