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Why is Gonzaga talking about Magnifica Humanitas?
As an apostolic work of the Catholic Church, Gonzaga University has a responsibility to help people understand the Church's teachings and their relevance to the world today. Papal encyclicals are important contributions to Catholic thought, though they are often complex, historically grounded and written for a global audience.
The Holy Father's most recent encyclical is particularly layered, exploring the history of Catholic social teaching, the Church's engagement with technology over the past century and the ethical questions emerging from rapid technological change. By providing context and interpretation, Gonzaga helps students, faculty, staff, alumni and the broader community engage thoughtfully with these ideas. Doing so reflects the University's educational mission and its commitment to promoting informed dialogue at the intersection of faith, reason and the issues shaping contemporary society.
