Equality Flashcards
What does marginalised mean?
To treat someone or something as if they aren’t important.
What does exploited mean?
To make use of in a way that is unfair
What does prejudice mean?
To judge someone before you know them
What does discrimination mean?
To act out on a prejudiced thought.
Why is it difficult to break the cycle of disadvantage for someone who is marginalised?
You can’t change who you are or your situation. Ingrained prejudice throughout generations.
Give 2 verses on how we should treat others
Genesis 1:27 - we are all equal (like himself)
Matthew 5:46 - love everyone
3 things Mother Teresa did to help the marginalised
Shelter to the homeless
Food to the hungry and poor
Charities set up, worked with lepers and HIV victims.
Give a charity that helps the marginalised
Salvation army
What is the salvation army’s motivation?
Called to be disciples of Jesus. Exist to save souls, grow saints and serve humanity.
Give examples of what the bible says about racism & equality (3)
Good Samaritan
Jesus healed Caananite woman’s daughter
Do for others what you would want them to do for you
What can the church do to promote equality? (3)
Welcoming church building.
Encourage newcomers to participate
Celebrate Chinese new Yea
What organisation helps combat racism in NI?
Embrace NI
What organisation helps people in relationships with different faiths?
NI Inter-Faith forum
Outline biblical teaching on social justice (2 from old testament)
Old:
Genesis 1:26 - People were created in God’s image and equal
Isaiah 58:6 - Let the oppressed go free
Outline biblical teaching on social justice (2 from new testament)
Mark 12:30 - Love your neighbour
Galatians 2:10 - important to care for the needy
