💡 Bonus Flashcards: Deeper Insight
(7 cards)
What long-term impact did Rerum Novarum have on Catholic social teaching?
It became the foundation of modern Catholic social teaching, influencing later documents like Quadragesimo Anno and inspiring Catholic involvement in labor rights and social justice movements worldwide.
How did Rerum Novarum influence the Church’s global reputation?
It strengthened the Church’s image as a defender of human dignity and social justice, especially among the working class.
How did the Catholic response to the Industrial Revolution differ from some Protestant responses?
While many Protestant groups also advocated for reform, the Catholic Church emphasized centralized papal teaching (Rerum Novarum), sacramental support, and community-focused care through religious orders.
What role did women play in the Church’s response to the Industrial Revolution and Spanish Flu?
Women religious (nuns) played a critical role, leading hospitals, schools, and orphanages, and serving as frontline nurses and caregivers, especially during the Spanish Flu.
How did the Church’s experience during the Spanish Flu influence future Catholic health care?
It underscored the importance of Catholic-run hospitals and inspired long-term investment in Catholic health systems and nursing education.
What Victorian values aligned with Catholic teachings during this era?
Values like charity, duty, modesty, and moral reform overlapped with Catholic teachings, reinforcing the Church’s role in both spiritual and social leadership.
