In an age of rapid social change, cultural fragmentation, and ethical uncertainty, Cardinal Angelo Scola emerges as one of the most vital voices shaping Catholic social teaching today. This groundbreaking book offers an in-depth exploration of Scola's profound reflections on human dignity, family, culture, secularism, and the Church's role in modern society.

Bridging centuries of theological tradition with urgent contemporary challenges?from globalization and migration to bioethics and political pluralism?Scola's social thought provides a roadmap for renewing faith's engagement with the public square. With rigorous scholarship and accessible insight, Ollie Newman reveals how Scola's vision of solidarity, the common good, and the New Evangelization offers hope and guidance for believers and seekers alike.

Whether you are a student of theology, a social thinker, or a curious reader, this book is an essential guide to understanding how the Catholic Church can respond faithfully and creatively to the complexities of today's world. It is a timely invitation to rediscover the power of social doctrine to shape a more just, humane, and compassionate society.