10th Grade, 2nd Quarter: Principles of CST Flashcards
What are the principles of CST?
Respect for Human Dignity
Respect for Human Life
Association
Participation
Preferential option for the Poor and the Vulnerable
Respect for the dignity of work and rights of workers
Solidarity
Respect for God’s creations
We show respect to God by respecting His creation by managing wisely the resources that He gave us, and by bearing in mind that we are just stewards, not owners of these.
The Principle of Respect for God’s creations
A firm and persevering determination to commit oneself to the good of all and of each individual because we are responsible for all. (Sollicitudo Rei Socialis 38)
The Principle of Solidarity
In the Principle of Solidarity, What is the role of the Government?
The state has a positive moral function. It is an instrument to promote human dignity, protect human rights, and build the common good
In the Principle of Solidarity, What Subsidarity?
As small as possible. As big as necessary
The human persons were created with a vocation to work. Work is their participation in God’s work.
The Principle of Respect for The Dignity of Work and Rights of Workers
The Church instructs us to give special attention to the needs of the poor and the vulnerable and urges us to see Christ in the faces of these people.
The Principle of Preferential option for the Poor and the Vulnerable
We are all part of the society and as such we all have the duty to participate in the building of a society that is just and humane, and each of us has the right to enjoy its, benefits.
The Principle of Participation
We are social beings and such, forming and belonging to communities are part of our existence.
The Principle of Association
Every person, from the moment of conception to his natural death, has a right to life. Human life, being a precious gift from God, is sacred and deserves protection and respect.
The Principle Respect for Human Life
We are created by God in His image and likeness. From this truth stems or value and dignity. No matter who we are or whatever our status in life is. We all deserve to be treated with respect.
The Principle of Respect for Human Dignity
