Sustainable Development Goals and the Catholic Church: Catholic Social Teaching and the UN's Agenda 2030

This book explores how Catholic Social Teaching aligns with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and assesses the potential for cooperation between the international community and the Catholic Church in implementing the SDGs. It is of interest to scholars in Catholic Studies, Religious Studies, Sociology of Religion, Environmental Studies, and Development Studies.

Format: Hardback
Length: 284 pages
Publication date: 30 November 2020
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

This book explores the fascinating intersection of Catholic Social Teaching and the United Nations (UN) Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). In the wake of Pope Francis' Laudato si encyclical, Catholicism appears to be deeply committed to addressing environmental and developmental challenges. However, the question remains: how will these theological statements translate into practical action?

The Catholic Church's longstanding involvement in social matters positions it as a powerful partner in addressing development issues. To explore this potential, this book employs a comparative approach, bringing together authors from diverse disciplines to assess how the political and legal aspects of each of the UN's 17 SDGs are addressed by Catholic Social Teaching. The chapters delve into the question of how the Catholic Church interprets the concept of sustainable development as outlined in the Agenda 2030 Goals and assesses its potential to contribute to shaping the contemporary concept of global development.

Furthermore, the book examines the level of cooperation between the international community and the Catholic Church in implementing the Agenda 2030 Goals. This volume holds immense interest for scholars of Catholic Studies, Religious Studies, Sociology of Religion, Environmental Studies, and Development Studies. It sheds light on the ways in which Catholic Social Teaching aligns with global sustainability efforts and offers valuable insights into the potential for collaboration between these two entities.

Weight: 584g
Dimension: 162 x 240 x 24 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367506353