God Gives What We Don’t Share
God has provided generously for our physical needs, as the Gospel of Matthew tells us (6:25-34). He is a provident God who has blessed us with resources and talents to “subdue” the earth (Gen...
Category: Poverty & Social Justice
Pope: Ignoring the Poor Falsifies the Gospel
By Carol Glatz – Christians must not underestimate the importance of embracing and assisting the poor, oppressed and outcast, Pope Francis said. Not only did Jesus entrust his disciples with the task of continuing...
Foundation Supports Orphanage After Funding is Withdrawn
Manny de Freitas, a parliamentarian and founder of the De Freitas Foundation, said Angel Care Home in Germiston had been turned away by government when it applied for a subsidy and is thus completely dependent on private funding.
The Night I Drove Home Naked
How often to we see God in the beggar? FRANCIS TUSON writes about a time when he was confronted with poverty and had an epiphany. Even as I sit and write this, I am aware of...
Why are People Poor?
It’s not because there aren’t enough resources to go around. For one thing, the world produces enough food to adequately feed every single person.
Well, then what are the reasons?
Stone Soup: Not Just a Moral Tale
Do you remember the childhood story Stone Soup? It’s an old folktale about a couple of hungry travellers who creatively entice hesitant villagers to fill their large cooking pot with delicious soup ingredients.
Rev Martin Luther King Jr: His Wisdom is Still Calling us Higher
When a disciple of Jesus takes his or her baptismal call seriously, that person’s words and actions live on long after he or she leaves this world. An outstanding example of this truth is found in the prophetic discipleship of the Rev. Martin Luther King, Jr.
Pope: Stop Payday Loan Sharks’ Trade
Usury is a grave sin that must be fought by building more just and humane economic and financial systems as well as by teaching people to live within their means, Pope Francis said.
Faith and Migration – Dominicans Look Through the Lens of Faith
By Ernest Mwape OP – In a new book, the Dominicans articulate the issue of migration from a faith perspective, an angle few historians have so far explored.
The World’s Suffering Little Ones – Don’t Forget them this Christmas
Imagine hearing a knock at your front door. As you open the door, to your great surprise you see a baby lying in front of you. Without hesitation, you immediately pick up the infant and bring her out of the cold night and into the warmth of your home and heart.
Catholic Church’s First World Day of the Poor
When was the last time you shared a meal with a poor person? For Pope Francis it was just a couple of weeks ago.
What the Pope Said On The First World Day of the Poor
People have a basic choice in the way they live: either striving to build up treasures on earth or giving to others in order to gain heaven, Pope Francis said.
