THEO 12 LT #1 VOCAB TERMS

Theology

Study of God (Greek: theos + logos).

Doctrinal Theology

Study of fundamental Church teachings (e.g., Christology, Ecclesiology).

Practical Theology

Application of theology to real-world issues (e.g., Theology of Liberation).

Vatican II (Aggiornamento)

Updating the Church to engage with modern social realities.

Pastoral Cycle

SEE, JUDGE, ACT method for theological reflection.

Gaudium et Spes

Pastoral Constitution addressing the role of the Church in the modern world.

Human Dignity

Every person has intrinsic worth.

Fratelli Tutti

Encyclical promoting universal fraternity and rejecting nationalism.

Social Friendship

Genuine relationships fostering community beyond borders.

Preferential Option for the Poor

God sides with the oppressed.

Common Good

Society must benefit all, not just the elite.

Solidarity

Global responsibility to support one another.

Subsidiarity

Decisions should be made at the most local level.

Structural Injustice

Systemic inequalities embedded in institutions.

Historical Revisionism

Manipulation of history to serve political interests.

Digital Communication & Social Fragmentation

Despite connectivity, society becomes more divided.

Throwaway Culture

Discarding people and objects due to consumerism.

Populism

Distorted view of people's needs, often leading to division.

Rerum Novarum (1891)

Criticized worker exploitation; foundation of CST.

Pacem in Terris (1963)

Human rights, democracy, and peace.

Laudato Si' (2015)

Calls for ecological justice and care for creation.

Justice in the World (1971)

Justice is an essential part of evangelization.

Universal Destination of Goods

Earth's resources belong to all.

Technocratic Paradigm

Over-reliance on technology for progress, ignoring ethical concerns.

Integral Ecology

The interconnectedness of environmental, social, and economic issues.

Culture of Encounter

Open dialogue between cultures and people.

Ecclesiology

Study of the Church's identity and mission.

Lumen Gentium

Defines the Church as the 'People of God.'

Papal Infallibility

Doctrine that the Pope is free from error in faith and morals.

Fuga Mundi

Pre-Vatican II view: 'escape from the world.'

Ressourcement

'Return to the sources' (going back to early Church teachings).

Role of the Church in Politics

The Church defends human rights but does not engage in partisan politics.

Political Charity

Politics should be centered on love and service to others.

Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR)

Defines basic human rights.

Intrinsic Rights

Rights that cannot be taken away (e.g., life, freedom, education).

People Power Revolution (1986)

Church-led nonviolent resistance against dictatorship in the Philippines.

Political Corruption

The Church calls for transparency and ethical leadership.

Common Destination of Goods

Resources are meant to benefit everyone.

Justice Between Generations

Responsibility to ensure a just world for future generations.

Political Participation

Engaging in governance through voting and advocacy.

Liberation Theology

Advocates for justice for the poor.

Evangelii Gaudium (2013)

Pope Francis' call to reject corruption.

Civic and Political Love

Breaking the cycle of selfishness and violence in governance.

Climate Crisis

Human activity's role in global warming.

Sustainable Development

Ethical and eco-friendly economic growth.

Environmental Stewardship

Human duty to care for the Earth.

Ecological Conversion

A shift in attitude towards protecting nature.

Intergenerational Solidarity

Environmental responsibility for future generations.