Justice for Creation, Holiness, and Eschatology Lecture Notes

A comprehensive set of flashcards covering ecological justice, social doctrine, the pathways to holiness as outlined by Pope Francis, and the theological concepts of Eschatology.

Justice for Creation

The effort to address the climate emergency, safeguard moral conditions for human ecology, and mitigate the tragic consequences of unchecked human activity.

Ecological Spirituality

Treating nature as part of our responsibility before God and as one's own beloved, while recognizing that environmental resources are not unlimited.

Economic Participation

The duty of individuals to contribute to economic life by ensuring countrymen benefit from local resources, supporting local products, and boycotting products that abuse workers' rights.

The 'Throw Away' Culture

An economic mindset that values only the strong, ignores the weak, and is no longer moved by the misery of others.

Principle of Stewardship

The belief that humans are caretakers of God's creation.

ashurbet / oikonomia

Hebrew and Greek terms translated as the management of the household of a ruler or king.

Principles of Biblical Stewardship

The four principles of Ownership, Responsibility, Accountability, and Reward.

Politics (Social Doctrine definition)

One of the highest forms of Charity because it tackles the common good.

Political Participation

Engaging in state affairs by supporting gospel values, avoiding patronage/dynasty politics, exercising suffrage, paying taxes, obeying laws, and running for office.

Social Participation

The responsibility of Christians to help address issues the government cannot, inform others, speak out against societal evil, and join advocacies.

Qodesh

The concept that every Christian is a saint in process, regardless of what stage they are in; also means totally different from the world.

Holiness

Living life with love, bearing witness in everyday actions, and gaining true happiness through self-giving.

Next Door Saints / The middle class of holiness

The everyday holiness found in ordinary people like parents, hard workers, the sick, and the elderly who reflect God's presence through daily perseverance.

Beati/o

A term synonymous with blessed, holy, and happy.

Ikigai

A Japanese term meaning "reason for being" representing the intersection of passion, mission, profession, and vocation (what you love, are good at, the world needs, and can be paid for).

Fratelli Tutti

A social encyclical focusing on fraternity, social friendship, and global solidarity.

Individualism and Self-Centeredness

A social priority where personal gain is placed over communal well-being, leading to isolation.

Political Polarization and Ideological Extremism

Divisions created by extremism and populism that weaken democratic institutions.

Exclusion and Marginalization

The neglect of poor, migrants, and vulnerable groups within society.

Consumerism and Economic Exploitation

The pursuit of profit over people, resulting in economic injustices and inequality.

The Culture of Indifference

Commonly described as "Walang pakialam", where global issues like war, poverty, and climate change are ignored.

The Digital Divide and Fake News

The use of social media to foster misinformation and manipulation.

A Globalization of Indifference

The failure of economic and technological progress to foster genuine human fraternity.

The Loss of Common Good Ethics

Prioritizing profit and power over justice and solidarity.

Xenophobia and Fear of the Other

Hostility toward migrants and refugees that contradicts human dignity.

Political Manipulation of Religion

The use of religion by leaders to justify division rather than unity.

Short-Term Interests over Long-Term Justice

A focus by political and economic systems on immediate gains rather than sustainable peace.

Human Rights Advocacy

The use of laws and international organizations to protect fundamental freedoms.

Democratic Reforms

Strengthening participatory democracy to resist authoritarianism and empowering people to claim their dignities.

Economic Redistribution

The use of progressive taxation, fair wages, and labor rights to reduce inequality.

Social Welfare Systems

Ensuring universal healthcare, education, and basic needs for all.

Media Ethics and Regulation

Combating misinformation and promoting responsible journalism.

The Parable of the Good Samaritan

A teaching that love has no limits, is unconditional, transcends borders, and requires care for all.

Human Dignity

The basis of fraternity; the belief that every person is created in the image of God and deserves respect.

The Social Dimension of Love

The principle that Christian love (caritas) must shape institutions and policies, not just personal interactions.

Dialogue as the Path to Peace

The concept that differences must be resolved through encounter and mutual understanding.

Christus Vivit

A post-synodal apostolic exhortation addressed to young people and the entire people of God.

Digital Overload and Isolation / Digiverse

A digital environment characterized by loneliness, manipulation, exploitation, and violence.

Crisis of Identity and Belonging

The setbacks, frustrations, and social exclusion experienced by young people.

Economic and Social Inequality (Youth)

Poverty, unemployment, lack of education, and material hardship affecting young people.

Culture of Zapping

The bombardment of countless options in a single moment, causing people to lose meaning.

Clericalism and Abuse

The abuse of power, conscience, and sexual abuse by clerics and consecrated persons that wounds young people.

Gaudete et Exsultate

Pope Francis' third apostolic exhortation meaning "rejoice and be glad", inviting every Christian to holiness.

Church Triumphant

The state of the Church in Heaven.

Church Suffering

The souls in Purgatory.

Church Militant

The believers currently on Earth.

Contemporary Gnosticism and Pelagianism

Two subtle enemies of holiness or extreme heresies that constantly reappear to deceive people.

Beatitudes (Beati)

Latin for "happy" or "blessed"; described as a portrait of the Master and a Christian's identity card.

Anawim

A biblical term for the poor in spirit and the meek who trust in God rather than wealth or power.

Pure in heart

Loving with a pure and selfless intention, referring to the seat of a person's emotions and intentions.

Opus justitiae pax

A motto by Pius XII stating that peace is the "work of justice".

Mercy

The beating heart of the Gospel and the criterion for final judgment; imitating God's infinite generosity and forgiveness.

Eschatology

The branch of Theology dealing with the final destiny of man and the universe.

Personal judgment

The accounting for all actions that occurs when the soul separates from the body.

Eschatons

Hell, Purgatory, and Heaven, which are considered both places and states of being.

Hell

A state of definitive self-exclusion from communion with God; a place of suffering without love.

Sheol

An Old Testament Hebrew reference to the place of the dead.

Gehenna

A term for Hell signifying eternal punishment.

Purgatory (Purgatio)

A purification to achieve the holiness necessary for heaven, experienced by those dying in God's grace but still imperfectly purified.

Beatific Vision

The immediate knowledge of God enjoyed by angelic spirits and the souls of the just in heaven.

Subtility

The subordination of the body to the soul in a glorified state.

Agility

The ability to travel at the speed of thought or in a "wink of an eye".

Impassibility

A state where one cannot suffer or die.

Glory

The quality of brilliance, appearing as shining like the sun.

Nine Choirs of Angels

Seraphim, Cherubim, Thrones, Dominions, Virtues, Powers, Archangels, Principalities, and Angels.