Catholic Social Teaching
Moral Values in Catholic Thought
Key Theologians and Thinkers
Pillars of the Catholic Church
The Four Marks of the Church
100

This principle teaches that human dignity must be respected by all social systems.

What is the Principle of Human Dignity?

100

The virtue that enables us to discern right from wrong and to choose the good consistently.

What is Prudence?

100

This 20th-century Pope wrote the encyclical Rerum Novarum which addressed workers' rights and social justice.

Who is Pope Leo XIII?

100

The first pillar, which focuses on belief and the Creed.

What is the Pillar of Faith?

100

The Church is one, meaning it is...

What is united and universal?


200

This Catholic Social Teaching principle emphasizes support for the weakest members of society.

What is the Preferential Option for the Poor?

200

This virtue is about courage to face difficulties and to do what is right despite fear.

What is Fortitude?

200

Known for his "Summa Theologica," this theologian greatly influenced Catholic moral teaching.

Who is St. Thomas Aquinas?

200

The pillar that emphasizes prayer and the sacraments, especially the Mass.

What is the Pillar of Worship?

200

The Church is holy because it is...

What is set apart and sanctified by God?

300

The principle that calls for society to work for fair distribution of goods and services to benefit everyone.

What is the Principle of the Common Good?

300

The theological virtue that is the foundation of all Christian morality, reflecting trust in God.

What is Faith?

300

This ancient Greek philosopher greatly influenced Christian theology, especially through his ideas about natural law and virtue ethics, which were later incorporated by St. Thomas Aquinas.

Who is Aristotle?

300

This pillar involves living out Christian values through service and moral action.

What is the Pillar of Service?

300

The Church is catholic, which means...

What is it is universal and for all people?

400

This principle involves respecting the rights and responsibilities of individuals and communities.

What is the Principle of Rights and Responsibilities?

400

The virtue that involves giving God and others their due, showing fairness and justice.

What is Justice?

400

This Pope wrote Laudato Si’, focusing on care for creation and the environment.

Who is Pope Francis?

400

This pillar involves ongoing learning about faith and sharing it with others.

What is the Pillar of Discipleship?

400

The Church is apostolic because it...

What is is founded on the apostles and their teachings?

500

This principle teaches that people have a right to participate in decisions that affect their lives and communities.

What is the Principle of Participation?

500

Living according to moral values to seek the well-being of others and the community is known as...

What is Living the Common Good?

500

This saint is known as the “Doctor of the Church” and wrote extensively on virtues and the common good.

Who is St. Augustine?

500

The Church’s social teaching is primarily linked to which pillar?

What is the Pillar of Service?

500

These marks help Catholics understand the nature and mission of the Church in the world.

What are the Four Marks of the Church?

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