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What is Catholic Social Teaching?

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Catholic social teaching is all about how we treat other people. It means the teachings of the Church on how we should care for and respect others.

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What do Catholics believe about caring for others?

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Catholics believe they must be concerned with the welfare of others because Jesus commands us to care for others.

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What are the two greatest commandments according to Jesus?

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“Love the Lord, Your God, with all your heart, with all your soul, with all your mind, and with all your strength, and love your neighbour as yourself.”

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What does the parable of the Good Samaritan teach?

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Jesus teaches that we should view all people as our neighbours and be concerned about all human beings.

Luke 10:36-37

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What is the significance of the phrase ‘whole human family’?

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Pope Paul VI emphasized that humanity should be viewed as a ‘whole human family’.

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What is the role of Popes and Bishops in Catholic Social Teaching?

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Many Popes and Bishops have taught how important caring for others should be to Catholics.

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What is the basis of Catholic Social Teaching?

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Catholic Social Teaching is based on the belief that we love God by also loving our neighbour.

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What does Catholic Social Teaching involve?

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It involves every aspect of our lives, from prayer to living as responsible global citizens.

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What are Catholics called to work towards?

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Catholics are called to work for the ‘common good’ by promoting fairness, justice, and dignity for all.

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What does justice mean in Catholic teaching?

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Justice means fairness and treating people fairly without cheating.

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What does the Bible say about the righteous and the wicked?

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The Bible tells us that God will reward the righteous and punish the wicked.

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Which parable illustrates the concept of justice?

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The Parable of the Sheep and the Goats illustrates the concept of justice.

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What did Jesus say about the rich and the poor?

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Jesus said the rich should share with the poor.

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Which story exemplifies concern for fellow human beings?

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The story of ‘The Rich Man and Lazarus’ exemplifies this concern.

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What is the role of forgiveness in peace and reconciliation?

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Forgiveness and love can lead to reconciliation and the ending of conflict.

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What did Jesus say about peacemakers?

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‘Blessed are the Peacemakers, for they will be called sons of God.’ (Matthew)

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What does St. Paul say about peace?

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‘Let us therefore make every effort to do what leads to peace.’ (Romans)

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How should Christians strive to live with others?

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Christians should try to live in peace with everyone through reconciliation and forgiveness.

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What does Pope Francis emphasize in his papacy?

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Pope Francis has made Catholic Social Teaching a focus of his papacy.

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What are key themes of Evangelii Gaudium?

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Peace and justice are key parts of the message of Evangelii Gaudium.

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What question does Pope Francis raise about media reporting?

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He asks how it is possible that when people are starving, the news reports falls in the stock market instead.

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What does Pope Francis say about wealth and sharing?

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‘Not to share one’s wealth with the poor is to steal from them and to take away their livelihood.’

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What does Pope Francis appeal for regarding the poor?

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He appeals for the inclusion of the poor and reminds us that all humans have dignity as children of God.

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What is the Parable of the Sheep and the Goats about?

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It describes the Son of Man separating people as a shepherd separates sheep from goats.

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What does the King say to those on his right in Matthew 25:34?
The King invites them to take their inheritance, the kingdom prepared for them since the creation of the world.
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What actions does the King commend in Matthew 25:35-36?
He commends them for feeding the hungry, giving drink to the thirsty, inviting in strangers, clothing the needy, looking after the sick, and visiting those in prison.
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How do the righteous respond to the King's commendation in Matthew 25:37-39?
They ask the King when they saw Him hungry, thirsty, a stranger, needing clothes, sick, or in prison, and helped Him.
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What is the King's reply to the righteous in Matthew 25:40?
The King replies that whatever they did for the least of His brothers and sisters, they did for Him.
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What does the King say to those on his left in Matthew 25:41?
He tells them to depart into the eternal fire prepared for the devil and his angels.
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What actions does the King condemn in Matthew 25:42-43?
He condemns them for not feeding the hungry, giving drink to the thirsty, inviting in strangers, clothing the needy, and looking after the sick or visiting those in prison.
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How do those on the left respond to the King's condemnation in Matthew 25:44?
They ask the King when they saw Him hungry, thirsty, a stranger, needing clothes, sick, or in prison, and did not help Him.
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What is the King's reply to those on the left in Matthew 25:45?
He tells them that whatever they did not do for the least of these, they did not do for Him.
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What is the final outcome for the righteous and the wicked in Matthew 25:46?
The righteous will go to eternal life, but the wicked will go away to eternal punishment.
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How does the Parable of the Sheep and the Goats affect Catholics?
It indicates that people will be judged on how they treat others, prompting Catholics to treat others with respect and follow the golden rule.
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What does the Parable of the Sheep and the Goats confirm?
It confirms the existence of Heaven and Hell.
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How does Catholic Social Teaching influence the lives of Catholics?
Catholics are influenced by the parable of the Sheep and the Goats to lead good lives so that they will be judged favourably by Jesus. They try to lead good lives out of love for God, rather than out of fear.
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What is the call to discipleship in Catholicism?
Catholics believe they are called to love God and love their neighbor, and that the message of Jesus should be lived throughout their lives.
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How might Catholic Social Teaching affect a Catholic's career choice?
Catholics may feel they have a vocation and choose caring professions such as doctor, nurse, carer, or teacher to make a positive difference in people's lives.
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What organizations do many Catholics support based on Catholic Social Teaching?
Many Catholics are led by the Church's social teachings to work for or support the work of the SVP (Society of St Vincent de Paul Society) or CAFOD (Catholic Agency For Overseas Development).
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What is the mission of CAFOD?
CAFOD works for a safe, sustainable, and peaceful world, inspired by Scripture and Catholic Social Teaching, and the experiences and hopes of people living in poverty.
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What does CAFOD stand for?
CAFOD stands for the Catholic Agency for Overseas Development.
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What do CAFOD do?
CAFOD provides Short Term Aid, Education, Long Term Aid, and promotes a Fair World.
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What is Short Term Aid?
Short Term Aid is emergency assistance provided during crises, such as clean water, medical treatment, and shelter.
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Can you give an example of Short Term Aid?
An example of Short Term Aid is the assistance provided during the Ebola Crisis in Sierra Leone and the refugee crisis in Syria.
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How does CAFOD ensure quick response during disasters?
CAFOD reserves some funds when fundraising to act quickly if a disaster occurs.
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What role does Education play in CAFOD's mission?
CAFOD allocates a small percentage of funds to educate the Catholic Community about the need for aid.
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Why is raising awareness important for CAFOD?
Raising awareness about poverty can lead to change and increased support for aid efforts.
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What is Long Term Aid?
Long Term Aid focuses on sustainable development, enabling communities to care for themselves.
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Can you provide an example of Long Term Aid?
An example of Long Term Aid is providing a village with a well or establishing a small farm.
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What is the philosophy behind CAFOD's Long Term Aid?
CAFOD believes in the dignity of the human person and the importance of self-sufficiency for families.
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What is a concern some Christians have about the modern Church?
Some Christians feel that the Church is more focused on Catholic Social Teaching and helping the poor than on saving souls.
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What do some Christians believe should be the Church's focus?
They believe the Church should focus on evangelizing to save people's immortal souls, which they consider more important than earthly life.
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What is the significance of the afterlife according to some Christians?
The afterlife is seen as eternal, while earthly life is temporary.
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What does Pope Francis emphasize regarding the treatment of the poor?
Pope Francis points out that how we treat the poor will affect our afterlife, as stated in the Parable of the Sheep and the Goats.
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What did Jesus say about loving our neighbors?
Jesus said we cannot allow our neighbors to starve while claiming to love them.
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What is one of the most important Christian virtues according to the text?
Justice is considered one of the most important Christian virtues, and Christians must work for justice, including for the poor.
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What is a concern some Christians have about the modern Church?
Some Christians feel that the Church is more focused on Catholic Social Teaching and helping the poor than on saving souls.
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What do some Christians believe should be the Church's focus?
They believe the Church should focus on evangelizing to save people's immortal souls, which they consider more important than earthly life.
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What is the significance of the afterlife according to some Christians?
The afterlife is seen as eternal, while earthly life is temporary.
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What does Pope Francis emphasize regarding the treatment of the poor?
Pope Francis points out that how we treat the poor will affect our afterlife, as stated in the Parable of the Sheep and the Goats.
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What did Jesus say about loving our neighbors?
Jesus said we cannot allow our neighbors to starve while claiming to love them.
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What is one of the most important Christian virtues according to the text?
Justice is considered one of the most important Christian virtues, and Christians must work for justice, including for the poor.

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