cst and CAFOD

Question 1

catholic social teaching:

Answer 1

teachings developed by the catholic church involving poverty, economics, wealth

• based on scripture and letters written by popes and bishops.

Question 2

the 7 teachings

Answer 2

sacredness of life and the dignity of the human person

call to family, community, and participation

human rights, and the responsibility to protect them

preferential option for the poor and vulnerable

dignity of work and the rights of workers

solidarity with all the people as one global family

stewardship and care for God’s creation

Question 3

CST is based on the 2 great commands of Jesus in Mark 12:29-31:

Answer 3

‘Love the Lord your God with all your heart, with all your soul, with all your mind, and with all your strength…Love your neighbour as yourself. There is no commandment greater than these.’

Question 4

CST focus on:

justice

Answer 4

justice

- promoting justice (fairness) and eliminating injustice.

Question 5

CST focus on:

peace

Answer 5

• encouraging harmony between people; preventing/ resolving war and conflict

Question 6

CST focus on:

reconciliation

Answer 6

• protecting the dignity and rights of the human person, wherever they may be.

no matter what someone’s background is they should not be looked down upon and treated unfairly

Question 7

Where is CAFOD based

Answer 7

CAFOD is based in england and wales, and is part of caritas, a group of over 160 agencies around the world.

Question 8

What does CAFOD do ?

Answer 8

CAFOD is- ‘inspired by scripture and catholic social teaching, and the experiences and hopes of people living in poverty

They educate and inform the Catholic community of England and Wales

They campaign for social justice & speak out on behalf of those in most need

Question 9

What does CAFOD stand for ?

Answer 9

Catholic agency for overseas development

Question 10

What projects do CAFOD work on ?

Answer 10

long term projects- works in partnership with those in most need

short term projects - when emergency’s strike

Question 11

why is CST important?

Answer 11

CST promotes the need, for justice, peace and reconciliation
• It means the Church is united together as the Body of Christ to promote fairness
• It is rooted in the Church teaching, and the teachings of Jesus

Question 12

why is CST important for individuals?

Answer 12

Catholics can show CST in their work/vocation
• By helping the needy in society
• By giving to charity, or promoting the work of charities