Do we really care about the vulnerable and needy? Who would say no? Yet what practical implications arise from this claim to care? The brother of Jesus and early church leader, James, explained that doing good is not about mere assurances,
14 What good is it, my brothers and sisters, if someone claims to have faith [...]
Father Frank Brennan, who chaired the National Consultation on Human Rights, has given a speech reflecting on the role of the Church in society in light of the human rights debate. It is well worth reading and reflecting upon.
The Church as advocate in the public square
IsaiahOne recently spoke with Toby Hall, the head of Mission Australia, one of Australia’s largest Christian welfare agencies, about what a Charter of Rights means for Australia from his perspective.
Examples where Charters have brought improvements for people in vulnerable situations are here and here.