Fratelli tutti is Pope Francis's third encyclical letter, after Lumen fidei and Laudato si'. Dioceses, parishes and faith groups in Ireland and around the world need to take this encyclical and make it their own. [38] He denounces the "dogma" of neoliberalism that the market by itself can resolve any problem, a dogma which repeatedly "resort[s] to the magic theories of 'spillover' or 'trickle'" to solve any societal problem. [19] In the encyclical, Pope Francis says: "Social friendship and universal fraternity necessarily call for an acknowledgement of the worth of every human person, always and everywhere"; Francis warns that if the human dignity of disabled people, of poor people, or of those who do not have access to education is menaced, then fraternity will be but a "vague ideal"[34] Francis states that individualism "does not make us more free, more equal, more fraternal", and that what is needed is a "universal love" which promotes the dignity of every human being. The encyclical calls for more human fraternity and solidarity, and is a plea to reject wars. [13], Francis criticizes "certain populist political regimes" that prevent migrants from entering their countries at all costs, and lead to "a xenophobic mentality." Monday, October 5, 2020 The Holy Father calls for a “better kind of politics,” a more “open world,” and paths of renewed encounter and dialogue in his latest social encyclical, a letter that he hopes will promote a “rebirth of a … Conference of Catholic Bishops) (Right) This is a quote from Pope Francis’ new encyclical, “Fratelli Tutti, on Fraternity and Social Friendship.” (CNS illustration/photo by Bob Roller) www.vatican.va. Translator. "[13], In the encyclical, Pope Francis states the way the COVID-19 pandemic was managed by world countries has shown a failure in global cooperation. [1], The Pope also calls for the establishment of the concept of "full citizenship" and the rejection of the discriminatory use of the expression "minorities". In this way – the Pope states – it will be possible to go beyond a Policy “with” and “of” the poor (see Par 169). Pope Francis’s latest encyclical, Fratelli Tutti, on the theme of human fraternity and a call for the world to be better after the COVID-19, was released on Sunday, and one of his ghostwriters urged Argentines not to take it personally and to read the pope in full. "[13], Francis also calls for a reform of the United Nations to prevent it from being "delegitimized". [13] Fratelli tutti says: "we, the believers of the different religions, know that our witness to God benefits our societies" and "We Christians ask that, in those countries where we are a minority, we be guaranteed freedom, even as we ourselves promote that freedom for non-Christians in places where they are a minority"[26], Francis considers interreligious dialogue as a way to bring "friendship, peace and harmony", adding that without "openness to the Father of all", fraternity cannot be achieved. He also emphasizes the importance of recognising Jesus Christ in those who are abandoned or excluded and adds he "sometimes wonder[s] why it took so long for the Church unequivocally to condemn slavery and various forms of violence."[19]. "[19], In the encyclical Francis uses the expression "liberty, equality, and fraternity" without explicitly referencing the French motto. a journey of peace among religions is possible and that it is therefore necessary to guarantee religious freedom, a fundamental human right for all believers (see Par 279). Encyclical Fratelli Tutti (PDF) of Pope Francis Encyclical Fratelli Tutti English (PDF) ENCYCLICA-FRATELLI TUTTI-PFD-English.pdf PDF-Dokument [900.0 KB] He explains that historically capital punishment, from a Catholic point of view, is seen first as a means of retribution, and secondly, as a mean of rehabilitation of the criminal and of protection of society, but that John Paul II in Evangelium vitae declares that the protection of society is the first objective of death penalty. It invites the reader to introspect their inner struggle between one's own security and personal sacrifices required by charity. [15] Among other things, abortion, euthanasia, neglect of the elderly, discrimination against women, and slavery are included as part of this throwaway culture;[35] the word "abortion" is not present in the encyclical, but its condemnation is alluded. Fr. It also condemns believers who continue to "support varieties of narrow and violent nationalism, xenophobia and contempt, and even the mistreatment of those who are different".[26]. The theme of the Retreat was the message of Fratelli tutti by Pope Francis, but there were frequent references to the liturgy (which made us listen during these days to the annunciation to Zechariah and Mary) and to the Christmas Novena composed by St. Alphonsus. [19] He believes that "it is very difficult nowadays to invoke the rational criteria elaborated in earlier centuries to speak of the possibility of a 'just war'";[13][19] Francis adds that Augustine of Hippo, "who forged a concept of 'just war' that we no longer uphold in our own day, also said that 'it is a higher glory still to stay war itself with a word, than to slay men with the sword, and to procure or maintain peace by peace, not by war'". [41], The head of the Jesuit Institute School of Spirituality in South Africa, Catholic laywoman Dr Annemarie Paulin-Campbell,[42][43] criticizes the content of the encyclical, its title which she believes made it difficult for woman to feel included (although, she says, "'Fratelli' is meant to communicate brothers and sisters or siblings"), and its frequent use of the word "fraternity" which she says "carries strongly masculine connotations". Over eight chapters and 92 pages, the Holy Father offers a remedy against self-destruction and despair, which includes an openness to love, charity, and kindness, and a rejection of war, nuclear weapons and the death penalty. For the Pope, the COVID-19 pandemic has shown that "not everything can be resolved by market freedom" and that human dignity must be put "back at the center". The theme of the fifth chapter is “A better kind of politics”, which represents one of the most valuable forms of charity because it is placed at the service of the common good (see Par 180) and recognizes the importance of people, understood as an open category, available for discussion and dialogue (see Par 160). [48], Grand Imam of Al-Azhar Ahmad al-Tayyeb says the encyclical "is an extension of the Document on Human Fraternity, and reveals a global reality in which the vulnerable and marginalized pay the price for unstable positions and decisions. Pope Francis adds: "All of us have a responsibility for the wounded" and "We should not expect everything from those who govern us, for that would be childish. ", but rather about "how much love did I put into my work?" Message Pope Francis; Liturgical Resources; Day of Creation 2015; Day of Creation 2016; Message Pope Francis and Patriach Bartholomew; Message Patriarch Bartholomew The politics we need, Francis also underscores, is a politics centred on human dignity and not subjected to finance because “the marketplace, by itself, cannot resolve every problem”: the “havoc” wreaked by financial speculation has demonstrated this (see Par 168). Simone Campbell says the encyclical's message is: "We must move beyond continuous divisiveness and come together to build a world worthy of all God’s children". [21], Archbishop Víctor Manuel Fernández participated in the encyclical's redaction. Fr. With these words, Saint Francis of Assisi addressed his brothers and sisters and proposed to them a way of life marked by the flavour of the Gospel. The Encyclical aims to promote a universal aspiration toward fraternity and social friendship. For example, the English translation of Fratelli Tutti strikes me as being awkward and I am having to look at other versions to try to work out whether it is the author or the translator that has puzzled me. The task of politics, moreover, is to find a solution to all that attacks fundamental human rights, such as social exclusion; the marketing of organs, tissues, weapons and drugs; sexual exploitation; slave labour; terrorism and organized crime. [22] Francis was also assisted by the Dicastery for Promoting Integral Human Development in the drafting of the encyclical. Not only our lack of love but lack of attempting to encounter and lack of seeking to understand others. Too many female lives are at risk. [8][9] Francis's trip to Assisi was his first outside Rome since the beginning of COVID-19 pandemic,[10][11] but his fourth visit to the city as pope. "[26] He says that migrants should also benefit from love, and quoted the USCCB's 2018 pastoral letter against racism, saying that there are some rights that "precede any society because they flow from the dignity granted to each person as created by God". In 'Fratelli Tutti', the Pope embraces Universal Fraternity, the great principle of modern Masonry." If every human being possesses an inalienable dignity, if all people are my brothers and sisters, and if the world truly belongs to everyone, then it matters little whether my neighbour was born in my country or elsewhere. [19] The encyclical is roughly 43,000 words long,[23] divided into 8 chapters and 287 paragraphs,[13] and contains 288 footnotes. Fratelli tutti is the title Pope Francis has chosen for his new encyclical – dedicated, as we read in the subtitle, to “fraternity” and “social friendship”. The original Italian title will be used, without being translated, in all the languages in which the document is published. "In his new encyclical, Pope Francis challenges all people of good will to reconsider: 'Who is my brother? Moreover, due to nuclear chemical and biological weapons that strike many innocent civilians, today we can no longer think, as in the past, of the possibility of a “just war”, but we must vehemently reaffirm: “Never again war!” The total elimination of nuclear arms is “a moral and humanitarian imperative”. One great lesson that we learn from Jesus’ birth, he said, is that Mary, Joseph, the shepherds, the Magi and all came together, in one way or another, in solidarity, fraternity and friendship. "[5], Pope Francis signed Fratelli tutti on 3 October 2020 in Assisi, at the tomb of Francis of Assisi in the eponymous basilica, after celebrating Mass in front of the tomb:[6] Francis put the text of the encyclical "on the altar under the tomb of St. Francis and signed it";[7] it marked the first time a papal encyclical was signed outside Rome. The lodge also praises the fact that Francis addresses "the disintegrating role of the digital world, whose operation favors closed circuits of people who think the same way and facilitate the spread of fake news that encourage prejudice and hatred". Thus, the natural right to private property will be secondary to the principal of the universal destination of created goods (see Par 120). Forgiveness does not mean impunity, but rather, justice and remembrance, because to forgive does not mean to forget, but to renounce the destructive power of evil and the desire for revenge. Most of the other long texts he’s written are so-called “Apostolic exhortations”, including Evangelii Gaudium, Amoris Laetitia, and Querida Amazonia. And so, men and women of every religious confession are uniting themselves today in prayer and penance to ask for the grace of healing from this pandemic. Francis supports the cause of immigrants, saying: "No one, then, can remain excluded because of his or her place of birth, much less because of privileges enjoyed by others who were born in lands of greater opportunity. DOWNLOAD: Spanish Migration Excerpts Phyllis Zagano also criticized the title, saying: "Too much is at stake. vision of an open world. “FRATELLI TUTTI”. In the background – the Encyclical recalls – the spiritual stature of a person’s life is measured by love, which always “takes first place” and leads us to seek better for the life of the other, far from all selfishness (Par 92-93). Caitlin-Marie Ward: “Fratelli Tutti” provides a clear-eyed view of our political, social and economic world. [13][20], The notion of "neighbour" elaborated in the document is partly inspired by the interpretation of Paul Ricoeur, whom the pope quotes twice in the encyclical; the pope also quotes one of Ricoeur's thought leaders, Christian existentialist philosopher Gabriel Marcel. In it, the Pope emphasizes that, in  an unhealthy society that turns its back on suffering and that is “illiterate” in caring for the frail and vulnerable (see Par 64-65), we are all called – just like the Good Samaritan – to become neighbours to others (see Par 81), overcoming prejudices, personal interests, historic and cultural barriers. Pope Francis had alluded to the same quotation on 14 May 2020, when he celebrated Mass at the Domus Sanctae Marthae in Vatican City:[2][3]. [34], In the same section, Pope Francis also criticises those who believe that worshipping God is enough and are untrue to what their faith demands of them. [23][13] Most of the encyclical contains what the Pope has already said, and can be considered as a systematic, comprehensive rearrangement of the work Francis has produced during his seven-year papacy. After 5 years most of us, and most parishes and dioceses, haven’t made much of a fist of implementing ‘Care for Our Common Home’, or even reading the document. “FRATELLI TUTTI”. The pope insists that differences among people are a gift, and that the whole is more than the total of its single parts. Fraternity between all men and women. They must be remembered always, anew, so as not be become anaesthetized and to keep the flame of collective conscience alive. 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