Religious Pluralism

Religious Pluralism

The coexistence of many religions in a society.

Multiculturalism

Canada's policy that recognizes and supports the diversity of a nation's or province's population.

The Four Ground Rules for Living Together

1.Respect the faith and religion of others:

2. There is no neutral stance

3. The truth of other Religion

4. Accept the importance of religion

Interreligious Dialogue

Dialogue among different religions, introduced by Saint Pope John Paul II.

What is the significance of Pope John Paul's visit to the mosque in Damascus in 2000?

It was the first time a Catholic leader had set foot in a mosque.

What significant event happened in 1984?

World Youth Day.

How many youths attended World Youth Day?

300,000.

What was one aspect of Pope John Paul II's message to youth?

1. Live Chasity

2. Don’t Do Drugs

3. Strive to become a saint

What trauma did Carol experience at the age of 9?

His mother died during childbirth and his brother died from an infection.

How old was Carol when appointed Bishop?

38 years old.

What concept did Pope John Paul II invent?

Traveling Pope.

The Holy Spirit is at work in __________ religions.

All major recognized.

The Catholic Church's mission involves __________.

Dialogue with other religions.

According to Pope John Paul II, all major religions have a ray of truth, which is __________.

Jesus Christ.

In Canada, there are more than __________ different religions practiced.

100

Canada's multicultural policy addresses the __________ of different ethnic, cultural, linguistic, and religious backgrounds.

Diversity

Pope John Paul II viewed Jews as __________ to Catholics.

Older brothers and sisters.

Catholic Creed

Apostles Creed

Muslim Creed

The Shahada

Jewish Creed

The Shema

Four Guidelines of Interreligious Dialogue:

1. The Holy Spirit is at work in all major recognized religions

2. Everyone can achieve salvation no matter what religion or non-religion with which they identify.

3. Dialogue is part of the church's mission (the word catholic actually means universal)

4. Every major recognized world religion has a ray of truth who is Jesus Christ, Even if he himself is not present in the faith, his teachings are present.

Year PJPII was born

May 18th, 1920