(JPIC) Justice, Peace & Integrity of Creation
A passion for justice, a desire for peace, a concern for creation is essential to the living out of the Gospel. They are not optional extras but a way of life.
Our Church’s Social Teaching on justice is rich in wisdom about building a just society. Here are several of the key themes: Life and dignity of the Human Person – Human life is sacred and the dignity of human life is the foundation of a moral vision for Society. Human life is also social, so how we organise our society directly affects human dignity. Human dignity must be protected and a healthy community can only be achieved if human rights are protected and responsibilities are met. A basic moral test for society is how the most vulnerable members are faring.
See below for some of the ways we try to help bring this about.
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Climate Change
The Columbans regard climate change as a matter of life and death for millions of poor people, and a disaster for the natural world.
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Patenting life
Columbans contend that the rush to patent life will devalue all life and, instead of feeding the world, it will exacerbate hunger and malnutrition.
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Mining
The Columbans support local communities in their opposition to destructive large-scale mining, particularly in the Philippines.
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Migrants
The Columban Missionary Society believes in the human right to mobility and works to improve global conditions for migrant labourers.
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Vocation for Justice Magazine
Vocation for Justice is produced by the Columban Justice and Peace (JPIC) team in Britain covering a wide range of issues including Environmental Justice, Patenting Life, Migrants, Mining and UK Poverty.
