Christian Living Education Grade 11 Midterm

Learning Module Overview

• Focus on Christian Social Responsibility as a key topic under Unit 1: Reading the Signs of the Times.
• Learning targets include understanding God's good intentions, reflecting on suffering, and linking social responsibility to faith.

Key Concepts of Christian Social Responsibility

• Humans are inherently social and are called to take responsibility for their communities.
• Awareness of societal issues such as corruption, violence, poverty, and natural calamities is necessary for Christian engagement.
• Hope is essential for addressing societal challenges; Christians are urged to maintain a hopeful perspective despite adversity.

Understanding Suffering

• Suffering is introduced as a consequence of human sin, not as a will of God.
• Scriptural references:
  • Jeremiah 29:11 emphasizes God's intentions for welfare and hope.
• Job's narrative showcases how suffering prompts deeper questions about God's justice and presence.

The Nature of Suffering

• Suffering can be categorized as:
  • Physical suffering: Bodily pain and ailments.
  • Moral/spiritual suffering: Emotional or existential distress.
• Pope John Paul II reflects on suffering as inseparable from life, urging the discovery of its meaning and purpose.

God’s Perspective on Suffering

• God permits suffering to allow freedom and the genuine ability to love.
• The world often obscures the perception of God through evil and suffering, provoking doubts about His existence.

Christian Response to Suffering

• Suffering is viewed in the light of Jesus Christ, who offers redemption and understanding:
  • Jesus' suffering on the Cross provides a new perspective on human suffering linked to love.
  • Believers are encouraged to share their suffering with Christ, participating in His redemptive work.

Trusting in God’s Love

• "Footprints in the Sand" story illustrates God's constant presence and support during trials.
• Assurance that God never abandons individuals, especially in their lowest moments.

God's Love as a Response to Human Suffering

• God is actively responsive to the cry of the poor and suffering.
• Jesus Christ is presented as the embodiment of God's love and commitment to human dignity and relief from sin.
• Believers are called to act as instruments of God's love and consolation in the world.

Reflection and Evaluation

• The module encourages self-reflection through self-assessment and evaluation of learning, emphasizing Christian integrity and community life.
• A challenge to apply understanding by engaging with real-world issues and embodying social responsibility in daily life.### Social Responsibility
• Social responsibility refers to the obligation of individuals or groups to act for the benefit of society.
• It serves to maintain a balance between economic growth and ecosystem sustainability.
• Common Filipino motivations for helping others include:
  • Reward and punishment
  • Pity
  • Moral obligation
  • Christian faith

Social Responsibility and Faith

• Love for God motivates the desire to love neighbors, leading to meaningful experiences of faith.
• Jesus serves as the moral standard and role model for serving others.
• Christians are called to serve others and work for peace and justice, empowered by the Holy Spirit.

Bobby Arevalo Gana

• Exemplified a strong commitment to social justice through a Jesuit education.
• Graduated from Ateneo de Manila with honors and excelled in law school.
• Known for legal expertise in labor and agrarian reform, he prioritized serving marginalized communities.
• Co-founded SALIGAN, a legal NGO advocating for marginalized sectors through litigation and education.
• Tragically died in a plane crash while advocating for farmers.

Love and Service

• Genuine love, stemming from God, empowers individuals to serve others.
• Bobby’s efforts were inspired by a profound sense of being loved by God, motivating his acts of service.
• Love of neighbor is essential, as it leads to a collective journey towards God.

Definitions of Key Terms

• Social Responsibility: An individual's or group's duty to act for society's benefit.
• Suffering: The experience of pain, distress, or hardship.
• Physical Suffering: Bodily pain or discomfort.
• Moral Suffering: Pain experienced at a soul or ethical level.
• Common Reasons for Helping: Motivations such as reward/punishment, pity, moral obligations, and Christian faith.

Reflections on Human Suffering

• Human suffering elicits questions about faith and God's presence in pain.
• Individuals may express anger towards God concerning suffering yet are called to recognize their role in addressing these issues.
• The narrative encourages introspection on how one can embody divine love in alleviating suffering.

Personal Responsibility and Participation

• Each person has a role in addressing societal issues and participating in social transformation.
• Engaging in social responsibility reflects Christian values and commitment to community well-being.