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  Challenge to Action - Introduction

  Introduction to the Challenge to Action compilation of Cardijn's writings.
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  The JOC Retreat Service

  Cardijn recalls the important role of the JOC retreat and recollection service as a means of apostolic formation.
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  Confrontation at Malines - Notes

  Cardijn recalls the accusations against the embryonic JOC and the hearing before Cardinal Mercier that almost led to the condemnation of the movement.
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  Visit to England

  Cardijn tells the story of his first study trip to England in the summer of 1911 and his meeting with Ben Tillett and other trade union leaders.
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  Difficulties

  Cardijn recalls the opposition that he and the embryonic JOC faced, not just in Belgium but also later in Rome.
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  Beginnings

  Cardijn recounts the beginnings of the JOC in the parish of Notre Dame at Laeken, his work with the Christian Worker movement and the women's organisations.
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  Background

  Cardijn recalls his childhood in Halle, his seminary days, his time as a student at Louvain, including his study trips to Germany and France
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  My reading

  Cardijn lists principal sources of his reading at various stages of his life.