Day 252: The Common Good (2025)

In this episode of the Catechism in a Year podcast, Fr. Mike Schmitz delves into paragraphs 1905 to 1912 of the Catechism of the Catholic Church, focusing on the concept of the common good. He explains how the good of the individual is linked to the common good and emphasizes the importance of respecting the dignity of each person while also considering the well-being of the community. Fr. Mike highlights the three essential elements of the common good: respect for the person, social well-being and development, and peace through a just order, and touches on the implications for global cooperation and the responsibility of individuals in contributing to the common good. He also previews the next episode, which will explore how individuals can participate in promoting the common good in their daily lives.