African bishops call on global finance leaders to end isolation of poor
By Dennis Sadowski – African bishops called on global financial institutions meeting in Washington to “help shape an economy that better protects the dignity and basic human...
Category: Economy
Vatican: New law brings needed transparency to finances
By Junno Arocho Esteves – A new law that removes financial assets from the control of the Vatican Secretariat of State is a step forward on the path...
Pope Francis: Make Space at the Table
By Cindy Wooden – Pope Francis admits he is not an economist, but he is a pastor. And as a pastor, he has seen how the global...
The Economy of Francis – of Both Saint and Pope
The world – and especially the poor – needs a national and global economy that justly and fairly works for everyone. The hungry, homeless, unemployed, underemployed, refugees...
Cardinal Turkson: Human Dignity Not At Centre Of Current Global Economy
By Junno Arocho Esteves – The rise of popular movements around the world is proof that today’s profit-driven economic system fails to place human dignity at its centre,...
Pope: Time Is Running Out To Fix Economy, Protect The Earth, Help The Poor
By Cindy Wooden – The predominant global economic system is “unsustainable,” particularly in its impact on the environment, Pope Francis said. “We are faced with the moral imperative...
People Have Right To Know How Vatican Uses Resources, Official Says
By Carol Glatz – The Vatican’s financial situation must be “a glass house” that displays transparency and honesty, letting Catholics know where its revenues come from and go,...
Pope: Economy Must Place People Above Idols Of Finance
By Junno Arocho Esteves – As many people around the world face economic uncertainty due to the pandemic, a paradigm shift is needed that places the good...
Heal Our Sick Economy – Work to Bring Economic Justice For All
Labour Day – a holiday celebrated in many countries, including Australia, Trinidad and Tobago, New Zealand, South Africa (Workers Day), India and the US – is an...
Warning: SA is Losing the Corruption Battle
South Africa is losing the battle against corruption, especially at a time when all attention is focused on Covid-19, several voices have warned recently. Deputy Chief...
Fr Pierre Goldie: Big Business Must Now Give Back
It is surprising to note how many commentators contend that the pandemic, apart from its devastating effect on life and the economy, is heralding a new way...
Basic Income Grant has Catholic Backing
I hear everyone say, with much hope, that the Covid-19 virus will change how the world operates. When I hear that, I keep quiet because I don’t...
