Life of St. John Baptist de La Salle
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Which of the following concepts is associated with spirituality as described?

  • It connects us beyond our material limitations. (correct)
  • It is a measurable quantity in our lives.
  • It is a connection to material possessions.
  • It always requires formal rituals to be experienced.

    • What do the Lasallian core values primarily emphasize?

  • Faith, Service, and Communion. (correct)
  • Physical achievements and athleticism.
  • Financial prosperity and competition.
  • Individualism and independence.

    • Which action is NOT suggested for living out the Lasallian values?

  • Committing to start the change.
  • Creating a dream project.
  • Planning for necessary actions.
  • Avoiding collaboration with others. (correct)

    • Which term best describes a situation that has a beginning and an ending?

    <p>Temporal</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key aspect of the 'Be the Change Challenge'?

    <p>It inspires learners to plan for necessary actions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a primary reason why parents did not send their children to school in 1678?

    <p>They were too poor to pay teachers.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did De La Salle's experiences with the poor children influence his actions?

    <p>He was moved to help and form schools.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What led to De La Salle becoming the guardian of Canon Roland's congregation?

    <p>The death of Canon Roland.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What challenge did the children face when they were eventually required to work?

    <p>They were too accustomed to an idle life.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What significant role did De La Salle adopt in relation to teacher training?

    <p>He became involved in the formation of teachers.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What event occurred shortly before De La Salle was ordained a priest?

    <p>He was appointed guardian of a congregation.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the focus of De La Salle's work in the context of education?

    <p>Setting up schools for the poor and training teachers.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which year marked the death of Canon Roland, a significant moment in De La Salle's life?

    <p>1678</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What dramatic step did Fr. De La Salle decide to take near the end of 1682?

    <p>He resigned from his canonry to focus on education.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which group of individuals did Fr. De La Salle face opposition from throughout his life?

    <p>Professional schoolmasters who viewed his schools as competition.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What action did Fr. De La Salle take during the harsh winter in 1684?

    <p>He liquidated his inheritance and provided food to the needy.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the aim of the first Teachers training school set up by Fr. De La Salle?

    <p>To educate Brothers in the latest teaching methods.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who did Fr. De La Salle choose to inherit his canonry against custom?

    <p>A poor priest named Faubert.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What high educational standard was associated with the schools of De La Salle?

    <p>Innovative technical courses beyond reading and writing.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What motivated Fr. De La Salle to address the needs for more schools?

    <p>The increasing number of parish priests asking for schools.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did Fr. De La Salle do with the money gained from liquidating his inheritance?

    <p>Bought food to help orphans and the poor.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary goal of the strategic plan articulated by the autonomous units in the network?

    <p>To improve the quality of Lasallian education</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What has been a significant change in the membership of De La Salle Philippines?

    <p>Reduction of schools when De La Salle Professional Schools was reintegrated</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best reflects the essence of 'zeal' in the context provided?

    <p>A demonstration of faith through witness and service</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the overarching mission of God's saving plan as discussed in the content?

    <p>To achieve integral salvation and liberation for everyone</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which university is mentioned as part of the De La Salle Philippines network?

    <p>De La Salle Health and Science Institute</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should individuals seek in their actions to align with God's saving action?

    <p>God's will and guidance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement best describes the relationship between faith and action as highlighted in the content?

    <p>Faith is an integral part of taking action for salvation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the phrase 'trust in God's loving presence and providence' imply for individuals?

    <p>Believing in God's support enables confidence in decision-making</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What characteristic of God emphasizes His unchanging nature?

    <p>Immutable</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which core value of Lasallian spirituality relates to how individuals perceive their faith?

    <p>Faith</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the context of spirituality, what does 'praxis' refer to?

    <p>Action and practice</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does omnipresent mean in relation to God?

    <p>Always present</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of spirituality involves reflective practices like prayer and contemplation?

    <p>Devotional</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term 'Ahimsa' refer to in the context of spirituality?

    <p>Non-violence and respect for life</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What concept describes the action of spending time with God to deepen one's relationship?

    <p>Devotion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In Lasallian spirituality, how is 'zeal for service' defined?

    <p>Active participation in community</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Life of St. John Baptist de La Salle

    • Born April 30, 1651, in Reims, France.
    • Received his Bachelor of Sacred Theology degree.
    • Ordained a priest on April 9, 1678.
    • Became executor of Canon Roland's will and guardian of the congregation Roland left behind.
    • Secured letters-patent in 1679, granting the congregation permission to exist and continue their work.
    • Became involved in the work of the Sisters of the Child Jesus on Rue de Barbatre.
    • Became a Doctor of Theology in 1680.
    • Devoted his life to establishing schools for the poor in 1682.
    • Resigned his canonry and its stable income in 1683 to pursue work with the poor.
    • Liquidated his inheritance and sold most of his possessions in 1684 to help the poor.
    • In 1686, he started a Teachers Training School in Reims, France, to train schoolmasters.

    Challenges faced by St. John Baptist de La Salle

    • Opposed by professional schoolmasters who saw the Christian Schools as competition.
    • Faced envy from priests who sought to replace him and control the Brothers.
    • Confronted with skepticism from Church officials who viewed him as stubborn, difficult, and disloyal to the Church.

    Lasallian Spirituality and Mission

    • Key Values: Faith, Zeal for Service, and Communion in Mission.
    • The One La Salle Prayer: Focuses on being the change one wants to see, acting with strength and wisdom.
    • Core Values: Faith (how we see), Service (how we do) and Communion in Mission (how we celebrate).
    • Spirituality: A relationship with God that involves prayer, faith sharing, service, and other acts of devotion.
    • Spirituality as a connection to God: Defined by the relationship with God, which transcends material limitations and connects us to something greater.
    • De La Salle's Mission: The integral salvation and liberation of all, especially those in need, and a commitment to social justice.
    • Zeal for Service: The active expression of faith in service to others, particularly the poor and marginalized.

    The Lasallian Network

    • De La Salle network comprised of 18 autonomous units.
    • The network's goal was to articulate a comprehensive strategic plan to improve the quality of Lasallian education by sharing resources and promoting a shared mission.
    • The number of schools under the network was reduced to 17 in 2008-2009, when De La Salle Professional Schools was reintegrated into De La Salle University.

    Historical Context of St. John Baptist de La Salle's Work

    • Council of Trent (1545-1563): A significant event in the Catholic Church's reformation and renewal.
    • Religious Strife (16th-17th Centuries): Catholic vs. Huguenots (Protestants).
    • De La Salle's work was closely intertwined with the religious and political context of his time.

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