Fr. Charles Zlock

A Catholic Priest in Philadelphia

Fratelli Tutti: Recovering Kindness

On paragraphs 222-223 of Pope Francis’ Fratelli Tutti, he writes:

Consumerist individualism has led to great injustice. Other persons come to be viewed simply as obstacles to our own serene existence; we end up treating them...Read more

Fratelli Tutti: Dialogue With Different Cultures

Pope Francis is challenging countries and individuals to expand their conversation into new areas.

Liturgical Update: Holy Week, Easter and Beyond

On March 10, 2021, the Archdiocese of Philadelphia provided an update on liturgical directives. A summary is provided here.

Church and State. Answer to an Inquiry

An earlier response to an email about the appropriateness of the Catholic Church's engagement in politics.

Fratelli Tutti. Practical Applications

Along with Sergio DeMello, Pope Francis has provided a first-hand, in-person example on how to accomplish the difficult task of mercy.

Fratelli Tutti: Who Lives? Who Decides?

“The mere fact that some people are born in places with fewer resources or less development does not justify the fact that they are living with less dignity”

H.R.5 “The Equality Act.”

I want to bring attention to bill H.R. 5 in 2019 entitled “The Equality Act.” This bill is currently being discussed in the U.S. House of Representatives.

Fratelli Tutti: “Ministry to the Fringes” (Part 3)

Pope Francis offers the invitation for us to find creative ways to invite different constituents to a table to begin the conversation.

Fratelli Tutti. Ministry “To The Fringes” (Part 2)

People don’t want to be catered to. They want a place at the table. They want to be part of church leadership. They want a place where they can set directions for the community in which they find themselves.