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DOCAT: Como agir?
Dando continuidade ao projeto do YOUCAT, o presente livro apresenta a Doutrina Social da Igreja numa linguagem jovem. Esta obra conta ainda com prefácio do Papa Francisco, que manifesta o sonho de ter um milhão de jovens leitores da Doutrina Social da Igreja, convidando-os a ser Doutrina Social em movimento.
320 pages, Paperback
First published February 22, 2016
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June 11, 2019
Two stars for the idea of a book of Catholic social doctrine for teens.... and the quotes from saints, authors, popes, etc. inside. But really? DOCAT asks intriguing questions (like Can we experience God?) and then answers them very vaguely, sometimes seeming to answer a completely different question. All it does is make you ask more questions, including the ones asked in the book. Do not recommend.
November 19, 2018
I thought this book was a perfect company while reading the whole book of the social teachings of the Catholic Church, sadly enough it is not.
In many questions, the Docat fails to give the proper view of reality, particularly the Preimplantation Genetic Diagnosis.
Sometimes it is very ambiguous regarding topics of plain and clear doctrine, inevitably it will lead to misunderstandings and misinterpretations.
I suggest it to be read in the most critical way and having always the COMPENDIUM OF THE SOCIAL DOCTRINE OF THE CHURCH besides.
There are many more other examples in which it fails to give the truth that the Catholic Church has been able to teach, you just need to be very careful while reading it or don't read it at all.
In many questions, the Docat fails to give the proper view of reality, particularly the Preimplantation Genetic Diagnosis.
Sometimes it is very ambiguous regarding topics of plain and clear doctrine, inevitably it will lead to misunderstandings and misinterpretations.
I suggest it to be read in the most critical way and having always the COMPENDIUM OF THE SOCIAL DOCTRINE OF THE CHURCH besides.
There are many more other examples in which it fails to give the truth that the Catholic Church has been able to teach, you just need to be very careful while reading it or don't read it at all.
August 23, 2021
This is an absolute treasure. Since I didn't particularly enjoy YOUCAT, this came as a pleasant surprise.
DOCAT is written in question-and-answer format. Although some points can be repetitive, I liked how the explanations helped me to make connections between church teachings and the workings of the world.
If this structure of question-and-answer suits you (I realise this isn't for everyone), I definitely recommend this.
DOCAT is written in question-and-answer format. Although some points can be repetitive, I liked how the explanations helped me to make connections between church teachings and the workings of the world.
If this structure of question-and-answer suits you (I realise this isn't for everyone), I definitely recommend this.
November 20, 2017
This past year I decided to read through the Catechism in a year. And I ended up ahead of schedule, so when I finished the Catechism of the Catholic Church, I moved on to The Companion to the Catechism of the Catholic Church. So I decided to read DOCAT: Catholic Social Teaching for Youth and I really enjoyed it. In fact I enjoyed it so much I am now reading YOUCAT: The Youth Catechism of the Catholic Church. But back to DOCAT: Catholic Social Teaching for Youth.
Like many other Catechisms this one is in the question and answer format. The subtitle of this book is ‘What to do?’ It focuses on the social teachings of the Catholic Church. There are four symbols in the book. A Bible which highlights passages from the bible. Quotations which highlights specific meanings in the church. A Picture of a church which contains magisterial teachings. And an Exclamation Mark where words are defined or explained. There are also three colored arrows blue for the Compendium of Social Doctrine, grey for the Catechism, and Yellow for quotes from YOUCAT.
Each chapter has a number of points the questions and answers, And then there are a number of quotes from church documents to highlight those teachings. The chapters in the book are:
1 God’s Master Plan: Love 1-21
2 Together We Are Strong: The Church’s Social Mission 22-6
3 Unique and Infinitely Valuable: The Human Person 47-83
4 The Common Good, Personhood, Solidarity, Subsidiarity: The Principles of the Church’s Social Teaching 84-111
5 The Foundation of Society: The Family 112-133
6 Occupation and Vocation: Human Work 134-157
7 Welfare and Justice for All: Economic Life 158-194
8 Power and Morality: The Political Community 195-228
9 One World, One Humanity: The International Community 229-255
10 Safeguarding Creation: The Environment 256-269
11 Living in Freedom from Violence: Peace 270-304
12 Personal and Societal Commitment: Love in Action 305-328
Though this book is written for youth and young adults, I found it well worth the time and effort to read it. The social teachings of the Catholic Church have been a growing focus for a long time now. In this book you will get a concise clear picture of those teachings, and though the quotes from church documents see some of their progression and refinement over time. This is the first book from the YOUCAT series that I have read but I know I will be reading many more. And in fact I cannot wait for the last few to be available in English in North America.
A great read, informative and challenging. This book was so good that before I even finished it I had picked up YOUCAT and the YOUCAT Bible to have to read as soon as I finished this one. It is a wonderfully informative book and part of what looks like an incredible series!
Read the review on my blog Book Reviews and More.
Note: This book is part of a series of reviews: 2017 Catholic Reading Plan!
Like many other Catechisms this one is in the question and answer format. The subtitle of this book is ‘What to do?’ It focuses on the social teachings of the Catholic Church. There are four symbols in the book. A Bible which highlights passages from the bible. Quotations which highlights specific meanings in the church. A Picture of a church which contains magisterial teachings. And an Exclamation Mark where words are defined or explained. There are also three colored arrows blue for the Compendium of Social Doctrine, grey for the Catechism, and Yellow for quotes from YOUCAT.
Each chapter has a number of points the questions and answers, And then there are a number of quotes from church documents to highlight those teachings. The chapters in the book are:
1 God’s Master Plan: Love 1-21
2 Together We Are Strong: The Church’s Social Mission 22-6
3 Unique and Infinitely Valuable: The Human Person 47-83
4 The Common Good, Personhood, Solidarity, Subsidiarity: The Principles of the Church’s Social Teaching 84-111
5 The Foundation of Society: The Family 112-133
6 Occupation and Vocation: Human Work 134-157
7 Welfare and Justice for All: Economic Life 158-194
8 Power and Morality: The Political Community 195-228
9 One World, One Humanity: The International Community 229-255
10 Safeguarding Creation: The Environment 256-269
11 Living in Freedom from Violence: Peace 270-304
12 Personal and Societal Commitment: Love in Action 305-328
Though this book is written for youth and young adults, I found it well worth the time and effort to read it. The social teachings of the Catholic Church have been a growing focus for a long time now. In this book you will get a concise clear picture of those teachings, and though the quotes from church documents see some of their progression and refinement over time. This is the first book from the YOUCAT series that I have read but I know I will be reading many more. And in fact I cannot wait for the last few to be available in English in North America.
A great read, informative and challenging. This book was so good that before I even finished it I had picked up YOUCAT and the YOUCAT Bible to have to read as soon as I finished this one. It is a wonderfully informative book and part of what looks like an incredible series!
Read the review on my blog Book Reviews and More.
Note: This book is part of a series of reviews: 2017 Catholic Reading Plan!
December 23, 2016
During my own study in joining the Catholic Church, I read a catechism for adults. However, now that I will be raising my daughter in the church, I was very curious to learn what the church teaches to its youth. As a free download for World Youth Day, I read this version on my phone. I found it very accessible. I am encouraged to be able to teach social justice and love for all to my daughter while explaining to her how the church family is God's hands on earth.
January 17, 2020
Dense and informative. It's inspiring too. Not quite a fan on how the book was structured but what's important, anyway, are the contents. Now that I think about it, this can really be a great handbook for social activism. Also, I'm amused by the flip animation drawn at the bottom right corner of every page.
July 14, 2017
Another excellent resource for Catholics looking to delve deeper into the Church's teaching on Social Justice issues (i.e. the duties of employers and employees; treatment of the poor; outreach to those in need; immigration issues and more!)
August 12, 2022
Clear, fast paced, and accessible introduction to the social teaching, doctrines, and ethics of the Catholic faith. This is aimed at young Christians, but treats its audience and subject matter with such respect that if this interests you, it's an easy recommendation.
September 1, 2022
Can be hard and very verbose, and there were a few sections of economics and war that I disagreed one. But overall, a great book to read for people wanting to learn about the social teaching of the Catholic Church.
January 19, 2019
Awesome!
August 12, 2020
I gave it to my friend as a confirmation gift during my CVV year. I only have the YOUCAT, but thought this was more appropriate for her journey.
October 25, 2020
such an illustrative and practical path to live the Catholic faith.
May 31, 2021
A book on Catholic social teaching. I liked other YOUCAT books much more. This one is not an easy read at all.
December 21, 2022
Esta redactado de una forma muy jovial, fácil de entender
October 2, 2023
كانت قرأة هذا الكتاب ممتة بنسبة لي
فا الكتاب ملئ بصور و المقولات المختلفى
و الأمور التي يتانولها الكتاب لطيفة حقآ
مثل العمل
و المحبة
العائلة
كتاب اجتماعي ديني جميل
انصح بة
فا الكتاب ملئ بصور و المقولات المختلفى
و الأمور التي يتانولها الكتاب لطيفة حقآ
مثل العمل
و المحبة
العائلة
كتاب اجتماعي ديني جميل
انصح بة
November 28, 2023
Reading this book guided by my reading club was for me more than a Christian teaching. Thank you, AC!
January 18, 2024
Broertje van de Youcat, jeugdcatechismus van de RKK , nu speciaal over de moraal.
June 6, 2022
I used this as a text for teaching a high school course. I wish it was available when I had previously co-led a group of adults through the much more dense "Compendium of the Social Doctrine of the Church." Highly recommend.
April 17, 2018
O DoCat está centralizado naquilo que é essência de Deus. O DoCat começa e termina no Amor. E o DoCat visita cada ponto importante da área social como família, trabalho, economia, meio ambiente e a concretude da paz. Sempre de maneira sucinta e leve. Em resumo o DoCat abre as portas para que os Jovens conheçam as riquezas da Igreja também em sua área da Doutrina Social. É um convite a todos os jovens quando chegar ao Brasil a versão impressa do DoCat que leiam e estudem de paixão o DoCat.
December 6, 2017
A must read!
THIS is what they should be teaching in teenage Sunday School, Catechesis, whatever, across the board of Christianity!
For the non-religious or non-believers, it contains practical, solid advice that, irrespective of belief, makes up magnificent suggestions, ideas and practice for a better, fairer world.
For believers, it contains practical, solid advice that will make the world fairer.
THIS is what they should be teaching in teenage Sunday School, Catechesis, whatever, across the board of Christianity!
For the non-religious or non-believers, it contains practical, solid advice that, irrespective of belief, makes up magnificent suggestions, ideas and practice for a better, fairer world.
For believers, it contains practical, solid advice that will make the world fairer.
August 1, 2016
See my full review of DoCat on my blog, Proper Nomenclature, hosted by Patheos Catholic. Click here.
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