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The John Paul II Center for Catholic Social Thought

Life in the 21st century is changing at an accelerated pace. Traditional values are fading even before new ones can take their place. Technology is changing the face of the earth. Our communication technologies. while bringing people together from great distance are at the same time eroding our local communities. We live in a world of both plenty and poverty, of both knowledge and ignorance, of both freedom and exploitation. Caught within these paradoxes, we lose direction in our lives, and a result, we experience the loss of peace, justice and healing. People yearn for these values, but often do not know where and how to find them. The Church which is ‘the sign and safeguard of the transcendental dimension of the human person’ can provide stability and guidance in these matters. The social doctrine of the Catholic Church upholds the inalienable rights and dignity bestowed on the human person by the Creator. It is a sure and valid guide to the promotion of peace and justice. Therefore, the John Paul II Center for Catholic Social Thought is being established in Assumption University of Thailand to fill this important need.

Vision

Promoting justice and peace in Thailand and the world at large.

Mission

  1. The research of Catholic Social Thought and dialogue with other faiths.
  2. The promotion of Catholic Social Thought through educational activities.
  3. The application of Catholic Social Thought.

The collection is located on the 2nd Floor of the Cathedral of Learning Library, the John Paul II Center for Catholic Social Thought offers a specialized collection that supports academic study, theological research, and spiritual enrichment.

The collection includes books, journals, audio-visual materials, and important documents covering a wide range of subjects in Catholic studies and religious scholarship, including:

  • Biblical Studies
  • Canon Law
  • Catechetics
  • Dogmatic Theology
  • Ecclesiology
  • Missiology
  • Pastoral Theology
  • Interreligious Dialogue
  • Liturgy
  • Spirituality
  • Old and New Testament Studies
  • Church History
  • Patrology
  • Papal Biography and Catholic Leadership

This special collection serves students, faculty members, researchers, and anyone interested in exploring Catholic thought, theology, and the historical development of the Church through valuable academic and spiritual resources.