Theology III Final

What is free will and why do we have it?

Free will is the ability to choose between good and evil; we have it to love and follow God freely.

What are the Cardinal Virtues?

Prudence, Justice, Fortitude, Temperance.

What are the Theological Virtues?

Faith, Hope, Charity.

What are the powers of the soul?

Intellect and will.

How are we made in the image of God?

We have intellect, free will, and the capacity to love; grace and our actions help us become more like Christ.

What is a moral act?

An act involving deliberation and choice, with moral content and personal responsibility.

What is law in moral theology?

An ordinance of reason for the common good, made by legitimate authority and promulgated.

What is an intrinsic evil?

An act that is always morally wrong regardless of intentions or circumstances.

What are the four types of justice?

Commutative, Distributive, Legal, Social.

Difference between acts of charity and social justice?

Charity addresses immediate needs; justice addresses root causes.

What is solidarity?

Unity with and among people based on shared dignity and concern for the common good.

What are the seven themes of CST?

Life and dignity, call to family, rights and responsibilities, option for the poor, dignity of work, solidarity, care for creation.

What is the measure of every institution?

Whether it threatens or enhances the life and dignity of the human person.

What is the relationship between Church and State?

The Church informs moral conscience; the State maintains order and justice without overriding religious freedom.

What is the 'Consistent Ethic of Life'?

A Catholic ethic that upholds dignity from conception to natural death.

What are types of stem cells?

Embryonic, adult, and induced pluripotent.

What is cloning and genetic manipulation?

Technological reproduction or alteration of life forms, often raising ethical concerns.

What is euthanasia?

Intentionally ending a life to relieve suffering.

Difference between ordinary and extraordinary means?

Ordinary are basic care; extraordinary are burdensome or disproportionate treatments.

What are examples of human suffering today?

Human trafficking, war, poverty.

What is capital punishment?

The legal execution of a criminal.

What is restorative justice?

Justice that focuses on rehabilitation and reconciliation with victims and society.

What are fundamental human rights?

Right to life, food, shelter, work, education, healthcare, etc.

What is subsidiarity?

Matters should be handled by the smallest, lowest competent authority.

What does the First Amendment protect?

Freedom of religion, speech, press, assembly, and petition.

Difference between freedom of worship and religion?

Worship is private practice; religion includes public expression and moral influence.

What is conscientious objection?

Refusal to comply with unjust laws due to moral or religious beliefs.

What is civil disobedience?

Deliberate, peaceful violation of unjust laws.

What is religious liberty?

Freedom to practice and express religion publicly and privately.

What is the domestic church?

The family, as the first place of faith formation.

Is the family the cell of society?

Yes, it's the foundational social unit.

What do children ideally learn from family?

Their identity, dignity, and ability to love.

How does society support or fail families?

Support: parental leave, education. Fail: poverty, lack of resources.

How does the Church support families?

Through teachings, sacraments, and ministries.

Difference between IDEA and ADA?

IDEA ensures education; ADA ensures civil rights and access.

Have disability rights improved in the US?

Yes, laws like ADA and IDEA protect rights, though challenges remain.

How do groups like Crip Camp help?

They advocate, raise awareness, and provide resources.

What is People First Language?

Language that emphasizes the person before the disability.

Are humans social by nature?

Yes, made to be in relationship with God and others.

How does subsidiarity apply to family?

Families should be supported, not overridden by larger structures.

What is the common good?

Conditions allowing all to reach their fulfillment.

What is society?

A group of persons bound together organically by mutual influence.

How does family serve as a domestic church?

By living and teaching faith at home.

Relationship between family and society?

Family nurtures individuals; society supports families.

How do public policies affect families?

They can support or harm families via education, taxes, benefits.

What role does adoption play?

Provides loving homes and reflects God's adoptive love.

What are the three types of poverty?

Poverty of soul, spirit, and material poverty.

How do we support those with poverty of soul?

Through prayer, companionship, and spiritual care.

How to develop poverty of spirit?

Humility and dependence on God.

Causes of hunger?

Injustice, poor distribution, conflict.

How do subsidiarity and solidarity fight poverty?

Local solutions with global unity.

What is SNAP?

Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program.

What is WIC?

Program for Women, Infants, and Children.

What is Medicaid?

Healthcare for low-income individuals.

What is Medicare?

Healthcare for seniors and some with disabilities.

Are single parents at minimum wage below poverty?

Yes, typically.

Is there a correlation between racism and poverty?

Yes, systemic inequality leads to disparities.

Is education key to ending poverty?

Yes, it provides opportunities and breaks cycles.

Is inadequate education harmful?

Yes, it limits potential and perpetuates poverty.

What are unintended consequences of aid?

Dependency, undermining local efforts.

When can charity become harmful?

When it creates dependency or replaces local solutions.

What is good aid?

Empowers, respects dignity, fosters independence.

What is bad aid?

Creates dependency and ignores local context.

Why move from aid to enterprise?

Enterprise builds sustainable development.

Heart vs. mind in poverty?

Care emotionally and think critically about effective help.

What is microfinance?

Small loans to help start or grow businesses.

Who gets most microloans?

Women in developing countries.

How does overconsumption affect others?

It depletes resources and raises global inequality.

What is prejudice?

Prejudging others without full knowledge.

What are the stages of prejudice?

Antilocution, avoidance, discrimination, physical attack, extermination.

Why rename prejudice to hate?

To emphasize its severity and consequences.

What are microaggressions?

Subtle insults or dismissals that can escalate.

What is a stereotype?

An oversimplified, fixed image of a group.

What are types of prejudice?

Racial, religious, gender, etc.

What is social sin?

Collective injustice embedded in systems.

What is privilege?

Unearned advantages based on social identity.

What did the refugee case study teach?

The complexity and humanity of refugee experiences.

Who colonized Rwanda and when?

Belgium in the early 20th century.

Why was there tension between tribes?

Colonial favoritism and identity cards created division.

What year was the genocide?

1994.

How long was Immaculée in the bathroom?

91 days.

How many Tutsis were killed?

Approximately 800,000.

What happened to Hutus after the genocide?

Many fled, some were imprisoned.

Who was killed: Hutu or Tutsi?

Mostly Tutsis. Immaculée was Tutsi.

Who were the RPF?

Rwandan Patriotic Front, ended the genocide.

Who were the Interahamwe?

Hutu militia that carried out the genocide.

What is our role in creation care?

To be stewards of God's creation.

What is the current state of the environment?

Under threat due to climate change, pollution.

Most pressing environmental issues?

Climate change, deforestation, pollution.

How are poor affected by environmental issues?

They suffer more from disasters, lack of resources.

What do Church documents say about the environment?

Care for creation is a moral responsibility.