human dignity basics
this is the belief that every person values because they are made in the image of god
what is human dignity?
This principle calls us to care for those who are most in need first
What is the preferential option for the poor?
Jesus taught this rule about how to treat others
Do unto others as you would have them do unto you?
Giving food to the hungry is an example of this type of work
What is a corporal work of mercy?
Recycling and reducing waste is an example of caring for this
What is God’s creation?
this term means working together so that everyone needs are met
what is the common good?
This principle reminds us to care for the planet as part of God’s creation
What is care for creation
This parable teaches us to help others, even if they are strangers
What is the Parable of the Good Samaritan?
Visiting someone who is sick is an example of this
What is a corporal work of mercy?
Volunteering at a soup kitchen helps promote this
What is the common good?
The Church teaches that life is sacred from this moment until natural death
What is conception?
This principle says decisions should be made at the most local level possible
What is subsidiarity?
Jesus says that when we help “the least of these” we are doing this
What is serving Him?
Teaching someone about the faith is an example of this type of work
What is a spiritual work of mercy?
Supporting fair trade products helps protect these people
What are workers/farmers?
This Catholic social teaching says we must protect the rights of all people
What is rights and responsibilities?
This principle calls us to work together for the good of all
What is solidarity?
Jesus washed the feet of His disciples to teach this value
What is humility and service?
Speaking up for those who cannot speak for themselves is called this
What is advocacy?
Standing up against bullying is an example of protecting this
What is human dignity?
This is the belief that all people are equal in worth, regardless of race, ability, or status
What is equality?
This principle says that work is a way to participate in God’s creation and should be respected
What is the dignity of work and the rights of workers?
This prayer Jesus taught us asks for God’s will to be done “on earth as it is in heaven”
What is the Our Father Lord’s Prayer?
Working to change unjust laws is an example of this
What is social justice?
Working with people from different backgrounds for a shared goal is an example of this
What is solidarity?