Henry Edward Cardinal Manning

Henry Edward Cardinal Manning (July 15, 1808 - January 14, 1892) was an English Catholic Archbishop and Cardinal.

Influence on Social Justice Teaching

Cardial Manning was very influential in setting the direction of the modern Catholic Church.His warm relations with Leo XIII and his ultramontane views gained him the trust of the Vatican. He was among the strongest supporters of the doctrine of papal infallibility, unlike Cardinal Newman, who was somewhat suspect in this regard. Manning used this goodwill to promote a modern Catholic view of social justice. His evangelical Anglican background gave him enlightened views on the social responsibilities of the Christian Church. These views are reflected in the papal encyclical Rerum Novarum issued by Leo XIII. It is the beginning of modern Catholic social justice teaching.

Related Topics:
Ultramontane - Papal infallibility - Cardinal Newman - Rerum Novarum

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So it can be said that modern Catholic social doctrine comes partly from John Wesley, via Cardinal Manning and Leo XIII.

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Cardinal Manning was instrumental in settling the London Dock Strike of 1889. He had a significant role in the conversion of notable figures, including Elizabeth Belloc, the mother of the famous British author, Hilaire Belloc, upon whose thinking Manning had a profound influence.

Related Topics:
London Dock Strike - Hilaire Belloc

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When Cardinal Manning died his estate was probated at 3,527 pounds sterling.

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