exam Flashcards
Three features of this issue? VAD
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1. Legislation has been passed recently to allow the a D in W.A.
2. the Issue still exist for W.A. as to the use of the VAD for end of life and there’s an ongoing debate., emotion and discussion regarding this issue
3. There was public debate in W.A. to whether this law should be established and strong views expressed both four and against.
2 ways on how the church responds to the issue and create conflict? VAD
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To Teach against Euthanasia Via publications. ACBC, W.A. catholic bishops in guiding believers and proposed beliefs to society.
- Wrote compassionately and not fueling conflict e.g. for those who have suffered with loved ones. This is to propose a clear opposing view and alternative of palliative care
Bishops see that catholic hospitals develop a policy to not offer VAD and to offer more palliative care in catholic hospitals (governance).
- An example of this in W.A. is the St John God Subiaco as they will not use this legislation but promote palliative care to relieve the suffering and pop provide accompaniment. conflict within society…
Outline 2 factors that cause tension within society:
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emotional: people have had a difficult experiences which adds to the emotional weight of the argument.
ideaoligical There’s a deep concern for the very basis of society were a law allows for ending lives
Religion as a belief system
assumes that ultimate reality exists, and religions have a basis for their beliefs. Aspects of this category include:
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* religions meet the spiritual needs of people
* religions answer questions of meaning and purpose in life
* religious transformation brings about fundamental change in people.
positive
Religion as a human invention
assumes religions have no basis for their beliefs but are creations entirely of human origin. Aspects of this category include:
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* religion is used to manipulate people
* religion is used to subjugate people
* religion is a human construct to give comfort in times of distress.
negative
Religion as a functional agency
assumes that religions, whether of human origin or not, are a universal phenomenon and therefore must serve a useful purpose. Aspects of this category
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* religions are organised systems that promote the stability of society
* religions are good for health and wellbeing
* religious ideals fulfil the need for a stable frame of reference.
positive
Religion as a political entity
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assumes that whether there is or isn’t a basis for religious belief or religion
religions are influential * religions have values * religions have traditions
Speaking out and lobbying for or against the passing of law policies
good and bad
Influential People - Pope Francis:
Pope Francis is an influential person that has a major impact on how people interact with religion in the Australian society. An influential person is defined as a person whose actions and opinions strongly influence the course of event. Pope Francis is the perfect example of an influential person he is a beacon of faith for the Church and inspires everyone that is within the Church. Pope Francis is a figure and influential person in the Church who has encouraged many people to turn towards the Catholic religion through his advocacy of important issues and for all people. People Francis has brought new attention and relevance to the catholic church taking vocal positions on hot button political issues. For example, calling for action against global warming and encouraging others to soften their views on divorce and homosexuality. Pope Francis has asked the church to “Meet people where they are, to consider the complexities of people’s lives and to respect people’s consciences when it comes to moral decisions”. He continues to influence the members of the church despite facing issues of the modern world. Pope Francis has a great influence on all people in the world not just the people of the Catholic Church, he is able to impact many people outside the church by guiding them to make the right decisions in life
Cultural Focus - Consumerism:
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Consumerism is a cultural social factor that has an influence on how people interact with religion in the Australian society. Consumerism in simple terms is all about the possession of goods and tangible items rather than doing what is best for others and for yourself. A consumerist is a person that is preoccupied by the acquisition of consumer goods, many Catholic people are called to be stewards of God’s earth and protect it, but consumerism destroys the natural Earth, this is because it causes more pollution, it is also a major contributor to resource pollution. The effect of consumerism on people varies on their economic status, a person that is the consumerist and has a greater amount of money to purchase more goods will be less effected in their way of life. A person with a low economic status will be heavily affected by consumerism as they will be struggling to pay their bills as they have less money, but overall consumerism has the same effect on everyone by destroying the natural earth where we all live. Consumerism’s effect on religion can be negative or positive because many people will draw away from religion as many religious principles may discourage consumption of an item, but this may also have a positive effect because on people turning them towards religion as they look for help in tough times and they help other people that are in need.
significance of second Vatican ecumenical council
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Second Vatican Council was announced by Pope John XXIII on January 25, 1959. opened on October 11, 1962 and ended on December 8, 1965. A combined total of 2,865 bishops and prelates attended the council and issued sixteen (16) formal documents. An examination of the documents of Vatican II will demonstrate that they did not change or refute any previous teachings but as Pope John XXIII desired they sought to bring about an “aggiornamento”.
Constitution on the Sacred Liturgy
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Sacrosanctum Concilium
One of the first issues considered by the Council, and the matter that had the most immediate effect on the lives of individual Catholics, was the revision of the liturgy.
The central idea was (from the Constitution on the Sacred Liturgy
The main aim of the Constitution on the Sacred Liturgy
was to revise the traditional liturgical texts and rituals to reflect more fully fundamental principles, and be more pastorally effective in the changed conditions of the times, clarifying not only the role of ordained ministers but the modalities of appropriate participation of lay faithful in the Catholic Church’s liturgy, especially that of the Roman Rite.
changes that occurred were:
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■ It instigated a revolution in Catholic worship
■ The Mass, once celebrated in Latin, could now be celebrated also in the Vernacular (the language of the place where the mass was being celebrated)
■ Altars were turned around so that priests faced the people
■ Sacraments were updated and simplified
■ Men and women religious (priests, nuns etc..) adopted a more modern form of dress
Receiving Communion – changed from kneeling at altar rail and receiving on tongue, to altar rail being removed and the option to receive the host in the hand.
Constitution on the Sacred Liturgy quote on particpation
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“all the faithful should be led to that fully conscious and active participation in liturgical celebrations which is demanded by the very nature of the liturgy” (Sacrosanctum Concilium, 14)
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lay people on Constitution on the Sacred Liturgy
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Majority of lay Catholics have supported the changes to the liturgy, and for many it is the only liturgy they know. There has also been great criticism and division as a result of these changes to the liturgy. some miss the use of Latin, considering it a ‘universal’ language for the universal church. Some criticise the involvement of the laity in sacred rites, such as reading the Bible and distributing Holy Communion
