Mission of Social Justice

Under the guidance of the Archbishop: To lead and encourage Catholics of the Archdioceses of Kansas City in Kansas to grow in their friendship with Jesus Christ by working for a just society that is informed by the Church’s social teachings amidst the challenges of modern society.

Bringing Catholics Closer to Christ through Action.

The Office for Social Justice (OSJ) promotes the social teachings of the Church and works with parishes to facilitate learning and action in the spirit of Jesus.

• Resource individuals and parishes active in social justice issues

Contact the OSJ for help or questions on issues concerning the social justice by calling or emailing

• Educate Catholics of all ages about the church’s social teachings

Bill Scholl is available to speak at or work with your parish, school, or Catholic group on promoting an understanding of the Church’s Social Teachings.

• Advocate for the most vulnerable in our community, including immigrants, the imprisoned and the poor among us

The OSJ is an Archdiocesan point of contact for political action in the light of the Gospel and teachings of the Magisterium.

The OSJ can help your parish in its ministries to the poor, imprisoned, or otherwise marginalized

• Promote Global Solidarity by engaging people in the efforts of Catholic Relief Services

To learn more about CRS go to: CRS.org

• Manage the Catholic Campaign for Human Development (CCHD) including local grants and helping local applicants with national grants

The OSJ works with local community development groups in funding projects that help the poor improve their lives by affecting sustainable, systematic change. 

To find our about the work of CCHD go to: USCCB CCHD

• Coordinate the local efforts of the Justice for Immigrants Campaign

The OSJ promotes fair comprehensive immigration reforms that respects the needs of families and our Nation’s laws.

To find our about U.S. Bishop Justice for Immigrants campaign go to: JusticeForImmigrants.org

Important Links

Compendium of the Social Doctrine of the Church

The Compendium is the Catechism of Social Justice in that it “systematically presents the foundations of Catholic social doctrine”.

If you are serious about social justice you should definitely buy a copy but you can look at it for free on the Vatican’s website by clicking here: Vatican Social Justice

USCCB Department of Justice, Peace and Human Development

Formerly known as Social Development and World Peace, this department, run by the U.S. Bishops, helps Catholics learn and apply to social doctrine of the Church in the U.S.  

Here you’ll find information on Catholic social teaching and on the Church’s positions on issues of justice and peace. Resources are available for parish social ministry leaders, priests and deacons, Catholic educators, and others

USCCB Dept. of Justice, Peace and Human Development

The Kansas Catholic Conference of Bishops

The Kansas Catholic Conference serves as the official voice of the Catholic Church in Kansas on matters of public policy.

Kansas Public Policy