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Individuarian Observations
Essays in Catholic Social Reflection
The term “individuarian” describes a person who seeks leadership in service of his community—he is neither blatantly self-interested nor blindly communistic, but seeks to contribute positively to society. In Individuarian Observations, William J. Byron reflects on this concept and the place of individuarians in both the Catholic Church and an American society in the midst of crises and transitions. Byron’s sharp insights propose an alternative ethical model based on engaged social participants who are committed to advancing the common good in these difficult times.
Table of Contents
Preface
1 An Individual Outlook
2 The Beatitudes and Catholic Social Thought
3 An Attitude of Gratitude
4 Looking to the Year 2050
5 A Church in Crisis
6 Protecting Children from Pornography on the Internet
7 Organizational Ethics
8 Courage and Competence
9 Reasoned Argument about Abortion
10 Seeking Justice, Ending Hunger
11 Geno Baroni
12 Social Justice Education
13 Wealth and Responsibility
14 The Good Life
15 Workplace Spirituality
16 Spirituality and the Social Question
17 Religion and Politics
18 Becoming Ever More Human
19 Styles of Social Involvement
20 An Agenda for a Just Society
Origins and Acknowledgments
References
Index
About the Author