Evangelii Gaudium

Pope Francis’ 2013 apostolic exhortation, whose title means ‘The Joy of the Gospel’, which includes teaching about poverty, the common good and peace.

Pope Francis issued Evangelii Gaudium in 2013. In paragraphs 182–185, he explains why faith cannot be confined to private life or preparation for heaven. God also wills people’s wellbeing in this world.

Pope Francis’ 2013 apostolic exhortation, whose title means ‘The Joy of the Gospel’, encouraging the Church to proclaim the Christian message.

Use precise references where helpful: Evangelii Gaudium 188 explains solidarity, 198–200 explains the preferential option for the poor, and 218–219 links lasting peace with justice.

Use Matthew 28:19 and Evangelii Gaudium Chapter 5 to support explanations, rather than merely naming them.

For Evangelii Gaudium Chapter 5, use paragraph 259 on openness to the Holy Spirit. Paragraphs 120 and 128 provide useful additional teaching, but are not in Chapter 5.

An apostolic exhortation by Pope Francis, published in 2013, whose title means ‘The Joy of the Gospel’. It includes teaching on poverty, the common good and peace.

In Evangelii Gaudium (2013), Pope Francis explains that charity applies to economic and political relationships as well as relationships between individuals. In paragraph 205, he calls for leaders to address the roots of social problems and ensure access to dignified work, education and healthcare. Seeking the common good is therefore a responsibility for public life, not an optional concern separate from faith.

Pope Francis’ 2013 apostolic exhortation on proclaiming the Gospel in today’s world. Its title means ‘The Joy of the Gospel’.

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