Understanding Caritas
What does the word "Caritas" mean in Latin?
a) Faith
b) Charity or Love
c) Hope
d) Wisdom
b - Charity or Love
Faithful listening is an act of…
a) Obedience
b) Love
c) Curiosity
d) Patience
b - Love
Which Ignatian prayer practice helps us reflect on God’s presence in daily life?
a) The Rosary
b) The Examen
c) The Stations of the Cross
d) Lectio Divina
b - The Examen
What did Jesus say in John 13:34 about how we should love one another?
"Love one another as I have loved you."
Which Bible verse encourages us to be strong and courageous, knowing God is with us?
a) Psalm 23:1
b) Joshua 1:9
c) Philippians 4:13
d) Proverbs 3:5
b - Joshua 1:9
Which Bible verse says "Deus caritas est" ("God is love")?
a) John 3:16
b) 1 Corinthians 13:4-7
c) 1 John 4:8
d) Matthew 5:9
c - 1 John 4:8
True or False: In faithful listening, it's important to offer advice immediately.
False – faithful listening focuses on understanding and presence.
True or False: God’s presence can only be recognized in church or during prayer.
False – God can be recognized in everyday moments.
True or False: Loving relationships are only about grand gestures.
False – they are also about small, consistent acts of kindness.
True or False: Showing hope to others can be a way of living out Caritas.
True
What did St. Thomas Aquinas describe Caritas as?
The friendship of man for God.
What’s one key element of being a faithful listener?
a) Interrupting to clarify points
b) Making eye contact and showing empathy
c) Changing the topic to something lighter
d) Taking notes
b - Making eye contact and showing empathy
What’s one ordinary moment where you might see God’s presence?
acts of kindness, nature, quiet moments, etc.
What is one way to embody Caritas in relationships?
a) Listening with empathy
b) Offering forgiveness
c) Showing patience
d) All of the above
d - All of the above
What are three things that Caritas can inspire in us during challenging times?
Courage, Strength, Hope