When we ponder the essence of theology, we each bring our unique perspectives and personal encounters to the table. This individual connection is a profound aspect to consider. So let's take a look: Theology, on the one hand, is the systematic study of religious beliefs, concepts, and practices. At its core, theology examines questions about:... Continue Reading →
Do we have a Catechetical Problem?
"Economic Justice for All" is a landmark pastoral letter issued by the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops in 1986. It addresses the moral dimensions and human consequences of American economic life, focusing on issues such as poverty, unemployment, housing, and the financial relationship between the United States and developing nations. The pastoral letter "Economic... Continue Reading →
A Theology of Democracy
A theology of democracy is an approach that examines democratic principles and practices through a religious or theological lens. When we speak of democratic principles, we refer to all human rights—the right to medical services, clean water, housing, food, and fair and just labor. The life of Joseph Cardijn, Albert Nolan, Louis Putz, and those... Continue Reading →
It Is Just a Different Revolution
For those in the US, I don't know if you watched the Oprah special on "AI and the Future of Us" on Thursday evening, 9/12/24. It was suitable for people who don't understand the concern about Artificial Intelligence (AI). Many in the US believe it will just go away someday, or they say, "It doesn't... Continue Reading →
Mediums, use them wisely
From 1948 until he died in 1969, Fr. Louis J. Twomey published a newsletter out of Loyola University New Orleans, "Christ's Blueprint for the South," to educate his fellow Jesuits on Catholic social teaching and challenge them to put it into practice. Think See-Judge-Act as the theme of the newsletters. As Marshall McLuhan famously stated, 'The medium is the message.' The... Continue Reading →
There were disciples and there was a crowd.
Matthew 5:1 We read that Jesus went up on a mountainside and sat down. At the beginning of Jesus' ministry, think about your beginnings in Catholic Social Teaching and ministry. Reflect on the beginnings of those you follow and admire, both historically and present today. What were and are those beginning days about? How did... Continue Reading →
Christian messages and medium practices are starkly divided.
Christian messages and medium practices are starkly divided. Christian practices are starkly divided between those that are focused on imperialism and those that strive for liberation. As Marshall McLuhan famously stated, 'The medium is the message.' The medium significantly influences human perception and behavior, often overshadowing the specific information it carries. Surprisingly, the Church and politicians share more similarities than one... Continue Reading →
Something is profoundly wrong with the way we live today.
What used to be local or regional problems are now global and require a new way of global thinking. This thinking, deeply rooted in ethical considerations, cannot be prescribed or regulatory. This is where the See-Judge-Act method comes into play, empowering us to shape a better world and instilling hope for a brighter future. At... Continue Reading →
A New Threesome…
Richard Rohr's OFM framework, Order, Disorder, Reorder, incorporates the See, Judge, Act method of Joseph Cardijn. Suppose you have yet to listen to or read Richard Rohr's works. I recommend you do so to discover the insights and parallels between the two visionaries. "The transition from eternity to time It is full of suffering, fears, and little deaths. ... Continue Reading →
Who is Driving the Bus?
In our understanding of artificial intelligence (AI), the ability to discern between favorable and unfavorable outcomes is paramount. However, the real question is, should we strive to grasp this understanding before we are confronted with a critical outcome that might be too late to rectify? This is where See-Judge-Act enters into the picture. As highlighted in various... Continue Reading →
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