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Carl Anderson, Supreme Knight of the Knights of Columbus, surveys the exciting and history-changing ideas of Pope John Paul II in A Civilization of Love. By popularizing not only John Paul's vision but also that of his successor, Benedict XVI, Anderson hopes to inspire Christians to work toward creating a civilization of love. In such a civilization every person is a child of God. We are all intrinsically valuable. The battle today is between the culture of death (where people are judged by their social or economic value) and the culture of life. Anderson pushes aside religious differences in order to spread a message of hope to those who are weary of the constant turmoil of modern society. While he does specifically challenge Christians to take an active role in their faith, you do not have to be a Christian to participate in the movement toward a civilization of love.

By embracing the culture of life and standing with those most marginalized and deemed "useless" or a "burden" on modern society, Christians can change the tone and direction of our culture. Anderson demonstrates that regardless of our differences, we can come together on the centrality of loving and caring for others. He brings a message of inclusion and hope in the midst of a clash of civilizations and provides a road map for helping Christians understand their role in the world.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #16071 in Books
• Published on: 2008-04-01
• Released on: 2008-03-25
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Hardcover
• 224 pages

MARY ANN GLENDON, Learned Hand Professor of Law, Harvard University
"Few elements of Catholic social teaching have been more forcefully stated, or more regularly ignored, than our calling to bring Christian teachings to bear on social, political, and economic issues. Anderson seeks to bring that message home."

JOHN L. ALLEN JR., senior correspondent, National Catholic Reporter
"Anderson artfully weaves theory and practice, giving us a rare specimen indeed: a practical guide for idealists."

GEORGE WEIGEL, distinguished senior fellow, Ethics and Public Policy Center
"...a bracing call to a new American revolution: a revolution of virtue. Give this book to friends who say there’s nothing to be done to heal a wounded culture."

Customer Reviews

Practical encouragement
The author has offered a very practical challenge for living in a loving manner in today's world. His approach is intelligent and encouraging.

A kingdom of justice, love and peace
This book properly positions family, Catholic education, the spirituality of work, and the right to life as values that should be promulgated by everyone including the Catholic Church. Unfortunately, this isn't always the case quite often by the Church, for details, google isaiah59.

Depth and inspiration
This book makes you question your purpose on earth.
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Faith or pragmatism?
Hope, faith, inspiration, spiritual motivation are well studied in this book. Highly recommended. An inspirational book.