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Fratelli Tutti: Pope Francis And The Catholic Response To Human Rights, Tiffany Hunsinger
Fratelli Tutti: Pope Francis And The Catholic Response To Human Rights, Tiffany Hunsinger
Biennial Conference: The Social Practice of Human Rights
On October 4, 2020, Pope Francis issued a letter to the world entitled Fratelli Tutti, On Fraternity and Social Friendship.
The document served as a culmination of the Church’s response to the global pandemic, as well as the more considerable perils of throwaway culture. This presentation will explore the specific response of the Catholic Church as it attempts to counter destructive boundaries and structure of its institution.
Pope Francis continues a tradition in pastoral response to the “signs of the times.” However, can the Church respond effectively in this current world?
Or do the needed changes surpass the capability …