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CVE 10 TOPICS: 1. Catholic Social Teachings 2. Social Church Documents 3. Justice and Peace Catholic Social Teachings Much study, research, and practical action done by scholars, social activists, and Church leaders have resulted in a body of teachings containing principles and...

CVE 10 TOPICS: 1. Catholic Social Teachings 2. Social Church Documents 3. Justice and Peace Catholic Social Teachings Much study, research, and practical action done by scholars, social activists, and Church leaders have resulted in a body of teachings containing principles and guidelines for fulfilling social responsibilities This body of the Church's social teachings is collectively called Catholic Social Teaching (CST). CST presents the Catholic Christian response to key modern social problems. Through CST, the Church reads the signs of the times, evaluates them in the light of the teachings of Christ, and brings out the relevance of the Christian faith in concrete life situations. The Church develops CST based on Scripture, Church Tradition, and human nature and experience. Social Teachings ○ Refers primarily to the documents addressed to the universal Church. ○ Most of these documents were published as encyclicals by different popes, starting from Leo XIII up to the present. ○ While popes released encyclicals on various topics, these particular encyclicals have focused directly on social matters. That is why they are called social encyclicals. ○ Encyclicals These are papal letters intended to be circulated widely among members of the Church. ○ Other Sources of CST Interviews with Popes Studies of Vatican Congregations Statements from different national episcopal conferences Homilies of bishops and priests Characteristics of CST Permanent  ○ They are timeless in their fundamental values and offer a permanent complex ideal to be pursued in the ever-changing historical conditions and ways. Developing ○ The fundamentals of CST makes the Church's principles grow that must be applied and renewed in the ever-changing situations of various events in the historical process. Seven Themes of Catholic Social Teachings 1. Life and Dignity of the Human Person The Catholic Church proclaims that human life is sacred, and that the dignity of the human person is the foundation of a moral vision for society. We believe that every person is precious, that people are more important than things 2. Call to Family, Community, and Participation The person is not only sacred but also social. We believe people have a right to participate in society, seeking together the common good and well-being of all. Marriage and the family are the central social institutions that must be supported and strengthened. 3. Rights and Responsibilities The Catholic tradition teaches that a healthy community can be achieved if human rights are protected, and responsibilities are met. 4. Option for the Poor and Vulnerable Our tradition recalls the story of the Last Judgment (Mt 25:31-46) and instructs us to put the needs of the poor and vulnerable first. 5. The Dignity of Work and the Rights of Workers Work is a form of continuing participation in God's creation, if the dignity of work is to be protected, then the basic rights of workers must be respected. 6. Solidarity Our love for all our sisters and brothers demands that we promote peace in a world surrounded by violence and conflict. 7. Care for Creation We are called to protect people and the planet, living our faith in relationship with all of God's creation. Social Church Documents Rerum Novarum (The Condition of Labor,1891) Leo XIII brought serious attention to all this social injustice. He rejected the Marxist Ideology of class conflict and stressed how the social classes should live in harmony. The rich should give and the poor are reminded that there is grace in being poor. When it comes to the role of the state, Leo XIII admonished the state to intervene in case of unresolved conflict between the capitalists and the workers and assure the workers that they receive what was due them Quadragesimo Anno (The Reconstruction of the Social Order,1931) Forty years after Rerum Novarum, Pius XI released Quadragesimo Anno to reiterate and expand the themes of Rerum Novarum.  This was written in the midst of the Great Depression and rise of facism in Europe. Mater et Magistra (Christianity and Social Progress, 1961) Introduced the concepts of an international economic system, global interdependence, and the responsibility of rich countries. It called for a social reconstruction on the grounds of truth, justice, freedom and love. Populorum Progressio (On the Development of the Peoples, 1967) In view of this, Paul VI proposed the Christian vision of human development which is integral, covering all aspects of human life. His central theme was about integral development as the new name for peace, and conversely, peace means full human development Octogesima Adveniens (A Call to Action, 1971) The whole church,specifically the local Churches, was summoned to respond to the specific situations of the people. The Church and its members in order to respond to the world’s conditions must reflect on these contemporary situations, apply the Gospel principles and take moral actions Justitia in Mundo (Justice in the World, 1971) This is written by a gathering of bishops from around the world, many from poor underdeveloped countries. In their statement the bishops strongly declared the Church’s mission is to transform these world conditions, that the work for justice is a constitutive dimension of faith. “Christian love of neighbor and justice cannot be separated” Evangelii Nuntiandi (Evangelization in the Modern World, 1975) In his message, Paul VI dealt with the meaning of evangelization. The duty and responsibility of the Church is to proclaim and spread the teachings of the Gospel to the people of the twentieth century in ways understandable to them. True liberation is not only personal but also social. Laborem Exercens (On Human Work, 1981) In Laborem Exercens, John Paul II focused on one topic, human work. He placed human work at the center of all social problems. He explained that since human persons are dignified by and are the proper subject of work, work therefore expresses and increases human dignity. In the end, he concluded that anything-people,systems,ideologies—that ill opposes the dignity of work definitely contributes to social injustice. Pacem in Terris (Peace on Earth, 1963) In Pacem in Terris, St. John XXIII contended that peace could be attained only if the order designed by God is observed. He linked peace with justice. Gaudium et Spes (Pastoral Constitution on the Church in the Modern World, 1965) Vatican II initiated a new way of thinking in the Church, producing sixteen documents, including Gaudium et Spes, which is considered to have the most authority in the Church’s social teaching documents. Sollicitudo Rei Socialis (On Social Concern, 1987)  Sollicitudo Rei Socialis was written by John Paul II on the twentieth anniversary of Populorum Progressio. Sollicitudo Rei Socialis hinged on the Christian vision of total human development, covering all aspects of human life—-economic,political,cultural, and spiritual. Centesimus Annus (100th Anniversary, 1991) On the 100th anniversary of Rerum Novarum, John Paul II released Centesimus Annus. It is reviewed that the Church grew and developed over the past 100 years and concluded that Church social doctrine is a valid instrument for evangelization. Caritas in Veritate (Charity in Truth, 2009) Pope Benedict XVI’s first social encyclical calls all to respond to the problems of the world in truth-filled love, “from which authentic development proceeds,” and to continue “seeking and working for the benefit of all”. The pope urges everyone to be motivated not just by profit, but also by Christian ethics and moral responsibility Justice and Peace Laws The laws help us guarantee the protection and promotion of human rights and the attainment of peace and order in society. Natural Moral Law ○ It is the universal moral norm that governs us in persevering our dignity and achieving peace in our community. ○ Conscience is what tells us what is right and to do good and avoid evil ○ God is the author of Natural Law Civil Law ○ These are rules of conduct formulated by human reason and promulgated by competent authority to direct all members of society toward the common good. Notes about Law ○ Ordinance or Reason Law is an expression of order due to human reason ○ Communicated and Promulgated Laws have to be communicated by all concerned ○ By competent authority Law is promulgated by those with authority ○ For the Common Good Laws must be for the benefit of the society Christian Virtues Good moral values lead to good habits. Good habits are virtues. A virtue is a habitual and firm disposition to do the good. The Christian Virtues, especially justice and love, are essential in building a peaceful community. The goal of a virtuous life is to become like God. Human Virtues  ○ Human virtues are firm attitudes of intellect and will that govern our actions according to reason and faith. ○ The moral virtues are acquired by human effort. Cardinal Virtues ○ Four virtues play a pivotal role and accordingly are called "cardinal"; all the others are grouped around them. ○ They are prudence, justice, fortitude, and temperance. Justice Justice is the constant and firm will to give their due to God and their neighbors. Justice toward God is called “virtue of religion” Types of Justice ○ Commutative Justice Also called contractual justice It regulates the exchange of goods that takes place according to what is agreed upon between parties. The aim is to foster parity and equality as much as possible between what is given and what is due in return. Used in goods that can’t be measured ○ Distributive Justice Distributive justice governs the relationship between society and its members. This virtue demands that society, through its government agencies and leaders, give to the individual members what is rightfully theirs. ○ Contributive/Legal Justice The Church encourages everyone to participate in the life of society ○ Social Justice This type of justice also has to do with the relationship between society and its members, but includes institutions, systems, and structures of society. What social justice requires is for people to get organized and create institutions or structures that will address social problems. Peace is a fruit of Justice Peace Peace comes from the Latin word "pax" which means a pact or an agreement to end conflict Peace is not merely the absence of war but the presence of justice. Peace is not ours to keep, but ours to share. Solidarity Is the firm and persevering determination to commit oneself to the good of all and of each individual, because we are responsible for all Love Christian love presupposes and transcends justice. Charity goes beyond justice because to love is to give. Practice Set: https://quizizz.com/join/quiz/674054031e4d0a187aee3ad1/start?from=admin&preview=true Sgd. Ms. Maribel Pascual Good Luck for the 2nd Periodical Test! RESPONSE FORM: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfNwKFG0mJKv00ETN6IWFf6D8XFALQ p00rOClCo_I85RxdUMg/viewform?usp=sharing