Work, Family & Ecology

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Taught at JST. This course examines three central but often-neglected questions in Catholic social ethics. How can human labor be most life-giving? To what extent should we rethink family arrangements and gender roles in our new millennium? In what ways does our Christian vocation to care for the natural environment call for new commitments? Drawing upon recent developments such as the social teachings of Pope Francis, we will engage in moral reasoning about many issues that shape our cultural and physical environment. We will also investigate diverse Christian resources for social activism in response to the challenges of our times. Expect a combination of lecture, seminar format and student presentations. Requirements will be tailored for students in any masters or doctoral program.