Catholic Social Teaching Flashcards
What are 3 details about CST?
-The group of principles the Catholic Church has formed which deal with issues of social justice, poverty and the dignity of people.
- The Church wants to work for social justice which is the aim to achieve a fair society for every person. Their aim is that everyone has access to the same basic essentials like clean water and equal opportunities.
- As Christians believe everyone is created in the image of God, everyone should be treated equally and have the same opportunities/chances in life.
What is a piece of evidence to support this?
“Treat others the way you want to be treated” - The Gospels
How does this change a Catholic’s life? (2 details)
-Catholic Christians will try to work for the common good and put the poor first. This is a reason why Catholics may donate money to CAFOD or give up their time to work for charities.
- Catholics will campaign to uphold and protect human rights through going on peaceful marches or writing to their MP.
