Collins, Chuck, 1959-

The moral measure of the economy / Chuck Collins & Mary Wright. - Maryknoll, N.Y. : Orbis Books, c2007. - viii, 222 p. : ill. ; 24 cm.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Economics as if people mattered -- Our best kept secret: Catholic teachings on economic life -- Signs of the times #1: life in the new economy -- Signs of the times #2: what kind of country are we becoming? -- Root causes, part I: values, wages and the role of government -- Root causes, part II: global trade and the power of corporations -- The moral measures for our economy -- Solidarity in action: new alternatives for a just economy -- Preparing for discipleship -- Making a difference -- Conclusion: for the grace of God.

9781570756931 (pbk.) 1570756937 (pbk.)

2006035190


Catholic Church--Doctrines.


Economics--Religious aspects--Catholic Church.
Christian sociology--Catholic Church.


United States--Economic conditions.

BX1795.E27 C65 2007 / 14444

261.8/50973