ELI5: Explain Like I'm 5

Compendium of the Social Doctrine of the Church

So, you know how we have rules to follow at home, school, and in our community? The Church also has rules and guidelines that help people live a good and happy life.

The Compendium of the Social Doctrine of the Church is like a big book that explains all the rules and advice that the Church has on how we should treat each other and make the world a better place. It talks about things like how to help people who are poor, sick, or in need, how we should respect each other's rights and dignity, and how we should take care of the environment around us.

It's like a really detailed instruction book on how to be a good person and make the world a better place. And just like how we ask our parents for advice or teachers for guidance, the Church gives us its wisdom and guidance to help us live a good life.