Every human being is created by God and deserves our care and love. The basis for much of the social work of the Church throughout the ages has been Jesus’ special attention to poor, vulnerable, ill and lonely people and others who needed help.
Jesus also calls us to care for our neighbour. This principle is the foundation of Catholic social teaching, which can be traced to Jesus himself. In every age, the same principles of charity had to be applied in a different way. Again and again, attention to human dignity and a fair distribution of wealth and work is needed.
