religion 3

christian mission?

• to live like christ (to love like him)

• to transform the world through our christlike actions

justice and injustice

• striving to ensure the wellbeing of others and ourselves

• the lack of concern and violation of the wellbeing of oneself/others

inequality and inequity

• simply having unequal access/outcomes, not necessarily unjust

• inequity specifically implies that it is unjust, systemic, and preventable (ex. healthcare, education)

common good?

what is shared and beneficial for all or most members of a community

retributive and restorative justice?

• punishing offenders who have committed a crime

• focuses on repairing harm and mending relationships over mere punishment

equality vs equity + example

• providing everyone with the same resources

• recognizes that each person has different circumstances and allocates the resources needed to reach an equal outcome

ecological justice?

recognizing that social justice and environmental stewardship are intertwined

sin + original sin + actual sin + venial sin?

• offense against reason and truth

• the consequence of being a human— we inherit original sin

• a deliberate choice to act against what god intends us to do

• lesser offence that leads to a weakening relationship with god (white lies, gossiping, etc)

7 catholic social teachings?

• respect for the life and dignity of the human person

• call to family, community and participation

• rights and responsibilities

• preferential option for the poor and vulnerable

• dignity of work and the rights of workers

• solidarity

  • work for justice, even when it doesn’t affect you

• care for god’s creation