Common Good
What does the Catholic social teachings say about the spirit of friendship between individuals ,groups, and nations?
The teachings say that it is the basis for a just world.
when stronger and richer nations take moral responsibility for ________________?
helping economically weaker nations
How does Feed My Starving Children show solidarity?
They help by giving volunteering opportunities to the common people to help feed starving people in less fortunate countries.
1 Corinthians 12:12-26 - If one member of Christ’s body suffers, all suffer. If one member is honored, all rejoice. What does this say about Solidarity?
This says that everyone is one in the Catholic Church and we should all care for each other.
Who does the common good benefit?
It is beneficial for all members of the community.
when economically weaker nations are able to make _______________________________?
their own contribution to the public good through the treasure of their culture
Give two examples of helping out in your community. and explain why it's related to solidarity.
1. helping someone who is struggling in school
2. helping someone who is sick
3. help someone who is falling behind in taxes
4. help out when someone losses a lost one
1 John 3:16-18 - “The love of God in us is witnessed to by our willingness to lay down our lives for others as Christ did for us.” What does this say about Solidarity?
This says that everyone one and we should all protect one another
what is common good?
The good that is shared between a number of people and is beneficial for all people and society.
when influential people feel responsible for ________________________?
weaker and more vulnerable people and share their goods with them
How can helping a neighbor with household chores be an act of solidarity?
It is an act of solidarity by being there for someone who might need help.
Matthew 5:21-24 - “Be reconciled to one another before coming to the altar.” What does this say about Solidarity?
This says that everyone should forgive each other and have love for each other before coming to God
What key attributes do the common good and solidarity share?
Interdependence, active commitment, and a focus on social justice
when weaker and more vulnerable people renounce ________________?
passive attitudes and destructive behaviors
how can donating blood be an act of solidarity?
you donate the blood that you can give to someone who doesn't have enough of it to help save their life.
Zechariah 8:16 - “These are the things you should do: Speak truth, judge well, make peace.” What does this say about Solidarity?
This says that if you are truthful with everyone, be good to others, and bring about peace, we will all be one. Solidarity will exist.
What are the three essential elements of common good?
1. respect for life and dignity for all people
2. commitment to the social well-being and full development of every person
3. establishment of true peace
what do weaker and more vulnerable people actively do?
present their own needs and rights in the face of inefficiency or corruption of public authorities
How can supporting people's mental health relate to solidarity?
you can help the people struggling so then they aren't struggling by themselves.
Psalms 72 - “Living in right relationship with others brings peace.” What does this say about Solidarity?
This says that if you forgive, love, and trust others peace will be in the world. That peace would be Solidarity.