Fratelli Tutti: Some Insights for Inculturated Mission

Abstract

This work proposes the light of Fratelli Tutti as a contribution to an inculturated evangelization, according to Pope Francis. Without dialogue, an exchange of gifts, closeness, and listening to the poor it is not possible to achieve true inculturation in today’s world. Closeness allows us to welcome the positive elements of local cultures and helps us better discern paths and propose a lifestyle inspired by the Gospel. Thus, Fratelli Tutti contributes to the first attitude of mission, which consists in fostering closeness and friendship of peoples, with empathy and openness, receiving from them their richness and newness.