Download or read book The Catholic Ethic in American Society written by John E. Tropman and published by Jossey-Bass. This book was released on 1995 with total page 264 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Because of the Protestant ethic's emphasis on achievement and self-reliance, charitable acts become fraught with concern, worry, and hesitancy. Distinguishing between the poor who are worthy and those deemed unworthy becomes an essential part of the helping activity.