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Catholic Heroes of Civil and Human Rights: 1800s to the Present

Matthew Daniels

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This inspiring work profiles sixteen heroic Catholic men and women who defied the odds to advance civil and human rights around the world. Spanning from the birth of the United States to World War II Germany to the current Latin American immigration crisis, this book features people whose faith drove them to courageously defend the dignity of the children of God, especially the most vulnerable, transforming many lives and paving the way for a more equitable society.

To understand human rights, however, we need theology. Supported by official Church documents, each chapter is themed on one of the pillars of Catholic social teaching--freedom, perseverance, hope, justice, and conscience. These short, compelling biographies of figures who exemplify each pillar demonstrate how the teachings of Christ, through his Church, can drive ordinary believers to do extraordinary deeds.

Among the heroes are former slave Venerable Father Augustine Tolton, Austrian farmer Blessed Franz Jägerstätter, Native American catechist Nicholas Black Elk, Servant of God Dorothy Day, Saint Katharine Drexel, Saint Teresa of Calcutta, and Saint Oscar Romero.

Book Details

  • Publisher: Ignatius Press
  • Publish Date: Sep 13rd, 2024
  • Pages: 208
  • Language: English
  • Edition: undefined - undefined
  • Dimensions: 8.00in - 5.20in - 0.70in - 0.55lb
  • EAN: 9781621646778
  • Categories: • Modern - General• Christianity - Catholic• Christian Living - Social Issues

About the Author

Matthew Daniels, JD, PhD, is the Distinguished University Professor of Law, Political Science and Human Rights at Anderson University in Anderson, SC and the founder of Good of All. He is a human rights and counter terrorism expert who has developed a network of online human rights education portals focused on reaching audiences at risk for being recruited by violent extremist groups. He is also the creator of the MLK Educational Initiative. His curricula and educational resources applying the natural law principles at core of Dr. King's work to the challenges of the Digital Age have been published by Simon & Schuster, McGraw Hill and Harper Collins.

Roxanne King is the former editor of the Denver Catholic Register and a longtime freelance writer in the Denver area.

Praise for this book

"A timely reminder that our faith in Jesus calls us to serve our brothers and sisters in need, to care for the weak and vulnerable, and to struggle against threats to the dignity of human life."
-- Most Rev. José Gomez, Archbishop of Los Angeles

"May the rich diversity of these narratives empower readers with the courage to promote the truth about our fundamental identity as sons and daughters of God the Father."
-- Most Rev. Samuel Aquila, Archbishop of Denver

"Concise and eminently readable--a timely and invaluable invitation to join in the Christian task of sanctifying the world."
-- Cardinal Charles Chaput, O.F.M. Cap., Archbishop Emeritus of Philadelphia

"These nonviolent Catholic 'revolutionaries' are well worth meeting and pondering."
-- George Weigel, Distinguished Senior Fellow, Ethics and Public Policy Center

"Meticulous research and compelling storytelling."
-- Christopher Pichon, Supreme Knight, Knights of Peter Claver

"A tribute to and a chronicle of the lives of extraordinary men and women."
-- Robert Destro, Professor of Law, Catholic University of America

"Outstanding examples of faith, hope, and love--heroes because they were, first, 'good and faithful servants'."
-- Fr. Maurice Sands, Executive Director, Black and Indian Mission Office

"A helpful educational resource that introduces readers to many of the best teachings and traditions of the Catholic Church."
-- Danielle Brown, Director, USCCB Ad Hoc Committee Against Racism

"Every Catholic reader will find encouragement in these stories."
-- Mary Ann Glendon, Professor of Law Emerita, Harvard University

"I highly encourage everyone to read this book."
-- Most Rev. James D. Conley, Bishop of Lincoln, Nebraska

"These ordinary men and women have heroically responded to Jesus' call to be 'salt and light'."
-- Prof. David Alton, Member, U.K. House of Lords

"This book should a basic element of education for all parochial school students."
-- Christine Vollmer, John Paul II Academy for Human Life and the Family

"Read and be inspired!"
-- Sam Brownback, Former U.S. Senator and Governor of Kansas

"Splendid. The words of St John of the Cross are proven more relevant than ever: 'Where there is no love, put love, and you will draw out love.'"
-- Prof. Luis Franceschi, Assistant Secretary General, the Commonwealth