Loving and Serving in Catholic communities in Britain and elsewhere

Question 1

The Universal Declaration of Human Rights

Answer 1

An international document that states basic rights and fundamental freedoms which all humans should have.

Question 2

The Universal Declaration of Human Rights - 30 articles based on the first

Answer 2

All human beings are born free and equal in dignity and rights. They are endowed with reason and conscience and should act towards one another in a spirit of brotherhood.

Question 3

Gaudium et Spes 29 -30

Answer 3

Since all men possess a rational soul and are created in God’s likeness, since they have the same nature and origin, have been redeemed by Christ and enjoy the same divine calling and destiny, the basic equality of all must receive increasingly greater recognition.
True, all men are not alike from the point of view of varying physical power and the diversity of intellectual and moral resources. Nevertheless, with respect to the fundamental rights of the person, every type of discrimination, whether social or cultural, whether based on sex, race, colour, social condition, language or religion, is to be overcome and eradicated as contrary to God’s intent. For in truth it must still be regretted that fundamental personal rights are still not being universally honoured… Human institutions, both private and public, must labour to minister to the dignity and purpose of man. At the same time let them put up a stubborn fight against any kind of slavery, whether social or political, and safeguard the basic rights of man under every political system.

Question 4

Pope John XXIII

Answer 4

There will be no peace or justice in the world until we return to a sense of our dignity as creatures and children of God.

Question 5

Nelson Mandela

Answer 5

If you want to make peace with your enemy, you have to work with your enemy. Then he becomes your partner.

Question 6

Persecution

Answer 6

Being treated cruelly, often due to religion or belief.

Question 7

Religious Pluralism

Answer 7

The existence of different religious beliefs within a society.

Question 8

Pope Benedict XVI February 2007

Answer 8

Together with all people of good will, we aspire to peace. That is why I insist once again: interreligious and intercultural research and dialogue are not an option but a vital need for our time.

Question 9

Gaudium et Spes 69

Answer 9

Feed the people dying of hunger, because if you do not feed them you are killing them.

Question 10

G8

Answer 10

A forum that brings together eight global leaders to address international issues and challenges. It comprises Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, Russia, the UK and the USA.