
Racism and Structural Sin
Confronting Injustice with the Eyes of Faith
Conor M. Kelly(Author)
Liturgical Press
Published on 29. April 2023
Book
Paperback/Softback
128 pages
978-0-8146-6783-5 (ISBN)
Description
As a people of faith inspired by the belief that every human person is created in the image and likeness of God, Catholics have a responsibility to be champions for racial justice. Racism and Structural Sin invites readers to not only confront racism on a personal level but also to examine the root causes and perpetuated structures of this sin. Grounded in church teaching and pastoral practice, this book is a resource for Catholics-especially White Catholics-looking to wrestle with the challenges of race in the United States today through the eyes of their faith.
Reviews / Votes
"Although racism impacts us profoundly, it remains a sensitive and polarizing topic that is difficult to broach in many faith communities. Conor Kelly provides an opening. Drawing from the traditional frameworks and resources of Catholic moral theology, he supplies an introduction to the social dimensions of racism. Racism and Structural Sin is both nuanced and accessible, useful for faith formation as well the seminary, undergraduate, and high school classroom."Joseph S. Flipper, Mary Ann Spearin Chair of Catholic Theology, University of Dayton "Conor M. Kelly's book stands out for clarity, simplicity, and accessibility; and it remarkably engages our daily experiences on racial inequality in America. He weaves with absolute plainness both personal, and social experiences with theological propositions and church teachings, drawing the reader into personal commitment to human dignity and the common good. This is the book for instruction and faith formation."
Ferdinand Okorie, Editor-in-chief, U.S. Catholic "Racism and Structural Sin is especially recommended for personal, community, church, seminary, college, and social issues collections."
Wisconsin Bookwatch "A practical and pastoral guide, this slender volume delivers on its promise of its subtitle."
Catholic Books Review "Conor Kelly addresses personal and structural racial issues within the Church and presents solutions rooted in Catholic teachings. He emphasizes the inherent dignity of every individual, highlighting our shared identity as images of God."
Catholic Media Association Book Awards
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Language
English
Place of publication
Collegeville, MN
United States
Product notice
Paperback (trade)
Dimensions
Height: 214 mm
Width: 138 mm
Thickness: 10 mm
Weight
181 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-8146-6783-5 (9780814667835)
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Persons
Conor M. Kelly is an associate professor in the department of theology at Marquette University. He completed his theological training at the University of Notre Dame (BA and MTS) and Boston College (PhD). His research and teaching examine the implications of Catholic ethics for ordinary life. He and his family are parishioners at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Wauwatosa, Wisconsin.
Content
Contents
Foreword vii
Introduction 1
Part I
The Catholic Obligation to Confront Racism 11
Chapter One
Personal Manifestations of Racism 13
Chapter Two
Social Manifestations of Racism 24
Part II
Structural Racism as Structural Sin 35
Chapter Three
The Structural Nature of Structural Sin 37
Chapter Four
The Sinful Function of Structural Sin 47
Part III
Racism as Structural Sin Today 57
Chapter Five
Policing and Housing 59
Chapter Six
Healthcare and Education 68
Part IV
Confronting Racism with Catholic Social Teaching 79
Chapter Seven
Confronting Racism with Human Dignity and the Common Good 81
Chapter Eight
Confronting Racism with Solidarity and Subsidiarity 90
Conclusion 101
Notes 107
Recommended Resources for Further Theological Reflection 115
Foreword vii
Introduction 1
Part I
The Catholic Obligation to Confront Racism 11
Chapter One
Personal Manifestations of Racism 13
Chapter Two
Social Manifestations of Racism 24
Part II
Structural Racism as Structural Sin 35
Chapter Three
The Structural Nature of Structural Sin 37
Chapter Four
The Sinful Function of Structural Sin 47
Part III
Racism as Structural Sin Today 57
Chapter Five
Policing and Housing 59
Chapter Six
Healthcare and Education 68
Part IV
Confronting Racism with Catholic Social Teaching 79
Chapter Seven
Confronting Racism with Human Dignity and the Common Good 81
Chapter Eight
Confronting Racism with Solidarity and Subsidiarity 90
Conclusion 101
Notes 107
Recommended Resources for Further Theological Reflection 115