Welcome to the Indiana Catholic Conference’s series on Catholic social doctrine.

The Social Doctrine of the Catholic Church (CSD) is often called “the Church’s best-kept secret”.

It’s not likely that many of us experienced a comprehensive catechesis in CSD. Rather, we likely experienced little bits here and there. The Compendium of the Social Doctrine of the Church reminds us that CSD “must be considered as a whole, since [its principles are] characterized by an ever greater interconnectedness, influencing one another mutually and becoming increasingly a matter of concern for the entire human family.” This is no small task, but it is a task the Indiana Catholic Conference accepts as a part of its mission.

Why? Our public policy work is entirely influenced by this teaching.

The four principles of human dignity, solidarity, subsidiarity, and the common good are the primary topic of reflection in our 7-part video series. We hope discussion about these principles leads to greater understanding and reception of the immutable truths of our Catholic faith. Our hope is to make Catholic social teaching something that people in their pews, homes or businesses think about; not in a lofty, only-aspirational way, but in a concrete and attainable way to order their lives inside and outside the home.

View the series teaser on YouTube.

Experience the Series

Immerse yourself in each episode of the series. Gain a deeper understanding of the core principles of Catholic Social Doctrine.

Join the Conversation

After watching an episode, head over to our blog post that accompanies the series. We invite you to share your insights, questions, and reflections in the comments section. Engage in meaningful discussions with fellow viewers and presenters and enrich your understanding of Catholic Social Doctrine.