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What is 'A Call to Action'?
What should guide those seeking justice according to 'A Call to Action'?
The light of the Gospel and Church teaching.
What does 'Praxis' mean?
Living according to one's beliefs in a way that affects the world.
What are the three steps in the Circle of Faith-in-action?
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What is the first step in the Circle of Faith-in-action?
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What is involved in the second step of the Circle of Faith-in-action?
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What does the third step in the Circle of Faith-in-action entail?
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What does 'awareness' mean?
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What is 'worldview'?
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How do experience and culture shape worldview?
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What does 'peer pressure' refer to?
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What is a love-centered worldview characterized by?
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What does respect literally mean?
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What is the definition of analysis?
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What does 'human power' refer to?
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Do all people believe that God is the ultimate source of all power?
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What does the 'power-over' worldview imply?
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What describes the 'power-with' worldview?
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What is a boycott?
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What happens during a strike?
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What is direct action?
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What is social action?
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Why are both direct and social actions necessary for justice?
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What is the goal of action for justice?
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What did Gandhi believe about respect for human life?
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What does nonviolent non-cooperation involve?
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What is civil disobedience?
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How can we avoid being blind to injustice?
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How can we become more aware of where we are called to do justice?
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What does 'all creation is interdependent' mean?
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What are the root causes of structures of sin according to the Church?
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What does it mean to act for justice in solidarity?
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How does action based in love confront promoters of injustice?
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How did the Norwegians show solidarity against the Nazis?
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Study Notes
A Call to Action
- An apostolic letter urging Christians to create necessary social, political, and economic changes for justice.
Guidance for Justice Seekers
- Action should be guided by "the light of the Gospel" and Church teachings, employing a three-step process.
- Collaboration with the Church, good-willed individuals, and the Holy Spirit is encouraged for effective action.
Praxis
- Refers to living out one's beliefs that impact the world positively, extending beyond private practice into active faith engagement.
Circle of Faith-in-action
- Comprises three steps: Awareness, Analysis, and Action, each rooted in Gospel teachings and aimed at reflecting God's justice.
Awareness
- The initial step requires understanding the world through a lens of friendship, aligning with God’s perspective to recognize improvement opportunities.
Analysis
- Follows awareness by questioning the current state of the world and determining how it can align with God's intentions.
Action
- After analysis, action should be taken to foster justice, leading to deeper world engagement, generating a cycle of increased awareness and action.
Relationship with Worldview
- A worldview shapes personal beliefs and influences how one interacts with the world, derived from experiences and cultural contexts.
Culture
- Encompasses shared values and beliefs within a group, fostering harmony and understanding among members.
Peer Pressure
- Represents the influence that prompts young individuals to conform to a group's culture, potentially altering their identity.
Love-Centered Worldview
- Involves viewing the world with the principles of solidarity, characterized by respect, a vision for abundant life, and compassion.
Characteristics of Love-Centered Worldview
- Respect: Understanding the inherent goodness of creation by looking beyond appearances.
- Vision of Abundant Life: Aspiring for well-being for all, inspired by Jesus’ inclusivity and restoration efforts.
- Compassion: Genuine empathy that motivates action to support those who are suffering.
Social Structures
- The networks of relationships that define societal functioning, encompassing government, education, and family.
Structures of Sin
- Systems that obstruct justice, identified by individual and collective decisions that hinder life-giving relationships.
Human Power
- The inherent ability to impact lives and social structures, emphasizing everyone's role in fostering change.
Power Worldviews
- Power-over: Views power as a commodity to be gained and defended, often at others' expense.
- Power-with: Acknowledges interdependence, promoting shared power aimed at communal good.
Direct vs. Social Action
- Direct Action: Immediate efforts addressing individual needs (e.g., food drives).
- Social Action: Long-term initiatives that aim to reform societal structures to encourage justice.
Justice and Human Dignity
- The foundational goal of justice actions is to uphold human dignity and life, regarded as essential for societal health.
Gandhi's Influence
- Advocated nonviolence and respect for human dignity, leading to India’s independence through peaceful protests and civil disobedience.
Nonviolent Non-Cooperation
- Gandhi's method involved organized resistance against unjust laws without resorting to violence, effectively challenging oppressive systems.
Awareness and Injustice
- Recognizing the limitations of one’s worldview helps to remain vigilant against injustices; seeking insight through faith is encouraged.
Solidarity
- Acknowledges mutual interdependence, highlighting that supporting marginalized individuals ultimately benefits society as a whole.
Action Based in Love
- Involves loving one's adversaries to foster reconciliation and restoration rather than perpetuating cycles of conflict.
Historical Context of Resistance
- Actions taken by Norwegian teachers exemplified solidarity and nonviolent resistance during Nazi oppression, refusing to compromise their ethical standards.
Main Goal of Justice Efforts
- Focuses on preserving dignity and enhancing life quality for all individuals, continuously seeking ways to support those in need.
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Test your understanding of key concepts from Chapter 3 of 'Doing Justice'. This set includes definitions around justice and the guiding principles outlined in the apostolic letter 'A Call to Action'. Perfect for learners seeking to deepen their grasp of social justice themes.