CATHOLIC SOCIAL TEACHING Flashcards
What is cst
A collection of principle that guide catholics in how to live out their faith in society
What does cst emphasise
Justice dignity and care for the vulnerable, rooted in teachings of Jesus and the church
What’s a quote that pipe Francis said about the earth and the rich
“The earth belongs to everyone not just the rich”
Matthew 25:40 (brothers…me)
What does it show
“Whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers and sisters of mine, you did for me”
Care for the poor and vulnerable
Luke 10:27 (neighbour)
“Love thy neighbour as yourself”
What is rerum novarum
An encyclical by pope Leo XIII in 1891 which began cst
What does rerum novarum address
The right of workers and the poor during the Industrial Revolution
What are the key principles of cst (8)
- dignity of the human person
- common food
-preferential option for the poor - solidarity
-stewardship of creation
-right and responsibilities
-dignity of work and rights of workers
-promotion of peace
Dignity of the human person? CST
- every person is created in gods image and deserves respect regardless race gender or background
- human dignity is the foundation of cst and all moral decisions
Common good? CST
- society should prioritise the well being of all not just individuals
- promotes equality and access to essential resources like education and healthcare
Preferential option for the poor cst
- Catholic are called to prioritise the needs of the poor and vulnerable
- reflects jesuses compassion for marginalised groups
Solidarity CST
- all people are interconnected and catholics should act in unity with others especially those suffering injustice
- encourages promoting peace and social justice globally
Stewardship of creation CST
- god entrusts humans with the care of the earth
- CST enphasizes environmental sustainability and responsibility for future gens
Right and responsibilities CST
- every person has fundamental rights
- alongside rights people have responsibilities to contribute to the common good
Dignity of work CST
- Work is a form of participation in gods creation and should respect human dignity
- CST supports fair wages safe working condition and the right To unionise
