Pope Francis & Existential Peripheries: Marginalized and Impoverished as Theological and Ecclesial Locus

Key Points

• The article aims to explore the theological and ethical foundations of Pope Francis' teachings on the marginalized and impoverished.
• Analysis of Pope Francis' teachings and documents related to the poor and marginalized.
• Examination of the principles of Catholic Social Teaching relevant to contemporary issues.
• Theological exploration of the concept of peripheries within the Church's mission.
• Pope Francis' focus on the marginalized reinforces the Church's commitment to social justice and ethical responsibility.
• His teachings highlight the need for evangelization that emphasizes joy and engagement with the vulnerable.
• The study reveals the deep theological roots of the preferential option for the poor in Catholic doctrine.

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