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Early Christians of today

Quotes from a 1942 speech by Cardijn on the example of the early Christians.

A YCW of the masses to the scale of the world

With World War II now over, Cardijn reflects on the role of the need to build a worldwide JOC movement.

Mission in Thuringia

Cardijn's preface to a book by French Jocist Paul Beschet recalling the experiences of JOC leaders under the forced labour regime and concentration camps in Germany during World War II.

The future of the YCW depends on England

Returning from the Americas in 1946, Cardijn stopped in the UK where he made a flying tour of several industrial centres.

Plans for YCW International

Cardijn talks about his plans for the developing JOC Internationale.

The working class problem

Cardijn explains the role of the JOC in this talk to French JOC chaplains.

The International Study Week of the Y. C. W. - J. O. C., Montreal 22-29th June 1947

Cardijn summarises the essential points and outcomes of the 1947 Montreal JOC International Congress, the first post-war international congress.

First impressions of a world tour - I

Cardijn reflects on his first trip to Africa in 1946 and on the bankruptcy of existing forms of evangelisation.

The hour of the working class - Lecture 1 - The worker problem

The first lecture in Cardijn's famous 1948 Godinne lecture series.

The hour of the working class - Lecture 2 - The Church and the workers

The second of Cardijn's famous 1948 Godinne lecture series.

The hour of the working class - Lecture 3 - The worker movement

This is the third of Cardijn's famous 1948 Godinne lecture series.

The hour of the working class - Lecture 4 - The YCW and the worker problem

This is the fourth of Cardijn's famous 1948 Godinne lecture series.

More positive action needed

Writing in the Swiss JOC magazine, Cardijn insists again that there needs to be a positive answer to communism.

First impressions of a world tour - II

The second part of Cardijn's reflections following his 1948 tour of Africa and Latin America.

The young worker faces life

In one of his most famous Godinne lecture series, Cardijn reflects on the life, vocation and mission of the young worker and the role of the YCW.

The Christian outlook

The text of Cardijn's talk broadcast by the BBC Home Service.

Recruiting for the YCW

Cardijn reflects on the importance of continual recruitment for the YCW and the need to reach the masses by acting as "fishers of men."

Our hope is in the people

Addressing a rally in London, Cardijn insisted on the mission and vocation of the person.

Person, family and education - Lecture 1 - The human person

This is the first of Cardijn's 1950 Godinne lecture series.

Person, family and education - Lecture 2 - The family and its mission

The second of Cardijn's 1950 Godinne lecture series.

Person, family and education - Lecture 3 - Formation and education

This is the third of Cardijn's 1950 Godinne lecture series.

The hour of the working class in the world revolution

Addressing the 1950 JOC International Congress, Cardijn explains the JOC's role within the working class and the kind of liberation and revolution it seeks.

The YCW: Its doctrinal foundation and essential characteristics

In this document prepared for the 1950 JOC International Congress, Cardijn expands on his Three Truths Dialectic.

English YCW Rally

Addressing a rally of the English YCW, Cardijn insists that anti-communism or anti-materialism is not a solution to the problems of the working class.

A commentary on the message of the Holy Father

Cardijn analyses and responds to Pope Pius XII's controversial radio message to the international congress of the JOC.

The world today and the apostolate of the laity

This is Cardijn's famous speech to the 1951 World Congress on Lay Apostolate in Rome which in many respects anticipates the Vatican II document Gaudium et Spes.

Priests and laity in the Church's mission

Addressing a gathering of Dutch priests, Cardijn emphasises the need for collaboration between priests and lay people.

Make peace

Cardijn reflects on the need to work for peace as the Cold War reaches its peak.

Moral or military peace

As the Cold War ramps up, Cardijn reflects on the meaning of peace.

Co-existence of communist and capitalist systems

Cardijn reflects on the need for world peace and co-existence between capitalist and communist systems.

Labour Day

Cardijn reflects on the significance of the worker struggle and Labour Day.

Retreats and days of recollection

Extracted and adapted from the second edition of the "Manuel de la JOC".

Asia, the continent of hunger

Cardijn reflects on his first trip to Asia.

Fatima and the YCW

Cardijn speaks to Portuguese JOC chaplains following a trip to Fatima.

Gabriel Marcel

Cardijn's notes on French philosopher and playwright, Gabriel Marcel.

Glimpses of Asia

After returning from his first trip to Asia, Cardijn reflects on the challenges facing the continent, including hunger and racial discrimination.

Challenge to Action - Introduction

Introduction to the Challenge to Action compilation of Cardijn's writings.

Quaerite primum

Cardijn summarises the essentials of the YCW method in this wide-ranging talk to English YCW chaplains.

Reflections on the Enquiry

In preparation for the first International Council of the JOC, Cardijn reflects on the meaning of the enquiry method and the importance of the Three Truths dialectic.

Education and the school-leaver

Cardijn speaks of the role of the YCW in assisting young people make the transition from school to work.

Closing address International YCW Council 1957

Cardijn addresses leaders of the JOC Internationale at the end of the first international council in Rome.

The man who made it all happen

Speaking to a Sri Lankan Catholic paper, Cardijn explains the problems caused by colonialism in Africa and Asia, the need for a native clergy and respect for people of colour.

Has anyone bothered to train young workers?

Cardijn laments the failure to provide formation for young workers.

Apostolic Spirit in U.S. Cited by Belgian Prelate

News report on Cardijn's visit to the US in January 1957.

The Little Rock drama

Cardijn's reflections on a racial discrimination incident at Little Rock, Arkansas in the USA.

YCW founder calls for 'intense apostolate' among Indian workers

Report of Cardijn's visit to Calcutta in 1958.