Call to Justice Module 2

interdependent

all beings are in relation to each other

global warming

A rise in global average temperature near the earth’s surface

great pacific garbage patch

a large accumulation of nonbiodegradable debris in the North Pacific Ocean.

charity, charity action

social service in which people respond to the symptoms of a problem. responds to immediate needs by providing necessary services like food, clothing, and shelter

justice

stewards

A person who manages or cares for something else

solidarity

Union of one’s heart and mind with those who are poor or powerless or who face an injustice

organic

Grown or made without the use of artificial chemicals

sustainable

something that can be created and maintained without depleting or destroying other things in the process

ecosystem services

social doctrine

The body of teaching by the Catholic Church on economic and social matters that includes moral judgments and demands for action in favor of those being harmed

climate change

significant change in the measures of climate which include weather and temperature patterns