Beer & Philosophy: Online and In-Person
Thu, Mar 04
7:30 PM

Beer & Philosophy: Online and In-Person

Wealth & Catholic Social Teaching

 

Wealth & Catholic Social Teaching

  • Philosophy is the love of wisdom (philo + sophia). Join friends for lively conversation in an informal setting as we seek wisdom together. Whether about fundamental issues—morality, God, the human person etc.—current events, or practical aspects of daily living, there's always something to talk about. And of course, there's always beer. 

    We'll meet most Thursdays (see dates below).

    This week:  Consider the human dimension of wealth and the work we use to earn it. Do we have a duty to work? A right to a just wage? How do we deal with great amounts of wealth virtuously? What kinds of obligations do I have to the  community and the world in the use of my wealth? Mike West will lead us through a discussion of basic principles of economics and Catholic Social teaching to help us think through these and related questions!

    To prepare for our discussion, you might want to:

    Read: Catechism of the Catholic Church, "Economic Activity and Social Justice"

    Watch: "The Best of Milton Friedman"


    For those joining in-person: we'll meet outside Westcott at 7:30pm

    To join via Zoom, please use the following link: 

    https://riceuniversity.zoom.us/j/91083920663?pwd=NU51SThCQ1V4dEpKek1NeDl3M0xkdz09

    **It's very important to remain safe as we pursue the Christian formation that the Center offers. For those who meet in person: 

    • We will meet outside
    • Please practice social-distancing, e.g. by keeping chairs at an appropriate distance, when socializing after, etc.
    • We will have hand sanitizer readily available

    If you don't think you can abide by these guide-lines, or if you would be more comfortable not meeting in person, please join us remotely!**



    February Calendar

    3/4 - Beer & Philosophy: Mike West, "A Discussion of Wealth and Catholic Social Teaching"

    3/11 - Evening of Recollection

    3/18 - Beer & Philosophy: Bobby Bickford, "Friendship: Theory and Practice"

    3/25 - Beer & Philosophy

  • Category
    Everyone
  • Date & Time
    Mar 04 2021 at 07:30 PM - Mar 04 2021 at 09:00 PM America/Chicago
  • Location & full address
    Westcott Study Center