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What was Thomas Merton's profession before becoming a Trappist monk?
What was Thomas Merton's profession before becoming a Trappist monk?
- Philosopher
- Monk
- Journalist
- Writer (correct)
What was the primary focus of Dorothy Day's Catholic Worker Movement?
What was the primary focus of Dorothy Day's Catholic Worker Movement?
- Promoting peace and non-violence
- Providing education to the poor
- Fighting for civil rights
- Offering hospitality and aid to the poor and marginalized (correct)
What significant event changed Mother Teresa's life?
What significant event changed Mother Teresa's life?
- A dream about Jesus
- A pilgrimage to the Holy Land
- Hearing a voice of Jesus calling her to serve the poorest (correct)
- A vision of the poor in Calcutta
Which of these individuals lived a life marked by a deliberate rejection of societal norms?
Which of these individuals lived a life marked by a deliberate rejection of societal norms?
What was the key difference between the approach of Dorothy Day and Mother Teresa?
What was the key difference between the approach of Dorothy Day and Mother Teresa?
Which of these individuals is known to have experienced a period of spiritual darkness?
Which of these individuals is known to have experienced a period of spiritual darkness?
What did Thomas Merton argue about the contradictions he experienced in his own life?
What did Thomas Merton argue about the contradictions he experienced in his own life?
Which of these individuals is widely recognized for their profound commitment to social justice and peace?
Which of these individuals is widely recognized for their profound commitment to social justice and peace?
Which saint's life story emphasizes the importance of doing small things with great love for God?
Which saint's life story emphasizes the importance of doing small things with great love for God?
Based on the provided information, which of these individuals is NOT specifically associated with a religious order?
Based on the provided information, which of these individuals is NOT specifically associated with a religious order?
Which of these individuals is known for their missionary work among Native Americans?
Which of these individuals is known for their missionary work among Native Americans?
What is the primary difference between 'Venerate' and 'Worship' as explained in the text?
What is the primary difference between 'Venerate' and 'Worship' as explained in the text?
What does the term 'Discernment' refer to in the context of the text?
What does the term 'Discernment' refer to in the context of the text?
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Conversion experience
Conversion experience
A transformative moment leading to a commitment to faith, often exemplified by San Damiano.
Venerate
Venerate
To show deep respect and honor to saints, differentiating from worship of God alone.
Canonization
Canonization
The process by which a deceased person is declared a saint after verifying a second miracle.
Little Way
Little Way
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Disciple
Disciple
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Thomas Merton
Thomas Merton
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Dorothy Day
Dorothy Day
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House of Hospitality
House of Hospitality
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Mother Teresa
Mother Teresa
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Nobel Peace Prize
Nobel Peace Prize
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Pacifism
Pacifism
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Conversion (Assisi)
Conversion (Assisi)
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Spiritual Darkness
Spiritual Darkness
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Study Notes
Thomas Merton
- A Trappist monk, known for contradictions in his life, viewed as signs of God's mercy.
- Born in France in 1915, he initially felt unhappy and directionless.
- Studied philosophy and became interested in Catholicism.
- A prolific writer on Buddhism and other topics.
- Died a young, poetic death from a fan.
Dorothy Day
- Founded the Catholic Worker Movement, emphasizing hospitality to the poor.
- Ran Houses of Hospitality, similar to soup kitchens, treating the poor with dignity.
- Worked as a journalist, advocating for social justice.
- Created the Catholic Worker Newspaper focusing on child labor, racial issues, and civil rights.
- Pursued a bohemian lifestyle, rejecting societal norms, and challenging the status quo.
- She was a pacifist, anti-war activist, and associated with the nuclear build-up protests.
- Refused to pay taxes, leading to oversight by the FBI.
Mother Teresa
- Born in 1910, in Albania, joined the Sisters of Loreto.
- Worked with the "poorest of the poor" in Calcutta, India, changing her life.
- Experienced a spiritual darkness and transformation to helping others.
- Described as strong and focused on her mission.
- Received the Nobel Peace Prize.
Assisi
- Came from a wealthy family, abandoning his family business.
- Embarked on a mission of poverty, love for the poor and animals.
- Attracted people by his devotion to Christ.
- Received the Stigmata.
Aquinas
- Patron saint of people afraid of lightning and educators.
- Sister killed by lightning.
Lisieux
- Called the "Little Flower".
- Became a Carmelite nun at a young age.
- Born in 1873, died in 1897.
Jogues
- Popular among Jesuits.
- Worked with Native Americans, and was martyred.
Peter Maurin
- Coworker of Dorothy Day.
Apollonia
- Patron saint of dentists and dentistry.
- Had all her teeth pulled out.
Canonization
- The process of someone being declared a saint.
Venerate
- To show respect to someone.
Worship
- To show respect to God.
Little Way
- Style of spirituality of Saint Therese of Lisieux, emphasizing small acts of love for God.
Vocation
- A person's calling or purpose in life.
Discernment
- Determining one's specific calling in life.
Disciple
- An apprentice or someone who follows a teacher.
Three States in Life
- Ordained (bishops, priests, or deacons)
- Consecrated life (nuns and monks)
- Married or single lay members of the Church.
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