George Weigel notes the way the bulk of the encyclical exhibits various fragments of Catholics» differing views of social virtues, but keeping in mind the introduction to the encyclical — remembering that it is not throat - clearing but the key to understanding what follows — may allow the reader to see the pope's overarching intention. (firstthings.com)
Their ultimate goal, the kingdom of God, is after all a society, and their supreme moral principle, love, is a decidedly social virtue. (firstthings.com)
Instead «the House of Bishops has affirmed that stable, faithful homosexual relationships can»em body crucial social virtues» of fidelity and mutuality.» (premierchristianity.com)