Morality Semester 1
Sisters of the Holy Names of Jesus and Mary (SNJM): A religious community dedicated to education, social justice, and serving the poor.
SNJM Core Values: Key beliefs guiding the SNJM, like respect, compassion, and justice.
Charism: A spiritual gift or focus of a religious group (e.g., education for SNJM).
Hospitality: Being welcoming, kind, and open to others.
Morality: Knowing right from wrong and acting ethically.
Moral Relativism: Belief that morality depends on culture or situation.
Moral Absolutism: Belief that moral rules are always true, no matter the situation.
Grounding Problem: The challenge of explaining why moral rules exist.
Conscience: The inner sense of right and wrong that guides actions.
Primacy of Conscience: The belief that following your conscience is most important.
Erroneous Conscience: A conscience that makes mistakes in moral judgment.
Culpable: Being responsible for wrongdoing.
Sin (Catechism): Deliberate offense against God’s law.
Object: The action taken.
Intention: The reason behind an action.
Circumstance: The context or situation of an action.
Sin of Commission: Doing something wrong actively.
Sin of Omission: Failing to do the right thing.
Free Will: The ability to make choices.
Virtue: A good habit or quality.
Vice: A bad habit or moral weakness.
Moral Decision-Making: Choosing actions based on moral principles.
LISTEN: A process for making moral choices (Look for the facts, Imagine possibilities, Seek insight beyond your own, Turn inward, Expect Gods help, Name your decision).
Symbol: A visible sign representing a deeper meaning (e.g., a cross for Christianity).
Ritual: A repeated action with spiritual meaning (e.g., prayers).
Sacrament: A sacred Christian ceremony where God’s grace is given.
Sacramentality: Seeing God’s presence in the world.
Paschal Mystery: Jesus’s life, death, and resurrection for salvation.
Ex opere operato: Sacraments work through God’s power, not human worthiness.
Efficacious Sign: A symbol that actually causes what it represents (e.g., Baptism cleansing sin).
Redemption: Being saved from sin through Jesus.
Sanctifying Grace: God’s life within us, received through sacraments.
Actual Grace: God's help in specific moments.
Sacraments of Initiation: Baptism, Eucharist, Confirmation.
Sacraments of Healing: Reconciliation, Anointing of the Sick.
Sacraments of Service: Matrimony, Holy Orders.
Indelible: Permanent, can’t be erased.
Godparents: Spiritual mentors at Baptism.
Paschal Candle: Large candle symbolizing Christ’s light.
Original Sin: Human tendency to sin from birth.
Sacred Chrism: Holy oil used in Baptism.
Holy Water: Blessed water symbolizing purification.
RCIA: Process for adults becoming Catholic.
Liturgy of the Word: Scripture readings during Mass.
Lectionary: Book with Bible readings for Mass.
Liturgy of the Eucharist: The part of Mass where bread and wine become the Body and Blood.
Roman Missal: Book with prayers and instructions for Mass.
Consecration: When bread and wine become Jesus’s Body and Blood.
Tabernacle: The container for the Eucharist.
Eucharist: The Body and Blood of Christ in Communion.
Transubstantiation: The bread and wine changing into Christ’s Body and Blood.
Closed vs. Open Communion: Closed = only Catholics receive; Open = all Christians can receive.
Confirmation Sponsor: A mentor who supports the confirmed.
Confirmation Saint: A saint chosen for guidance and inspiration.
Concupiscence: Tendency to sin.
Repentance: Feeling sorry for sin and wanting to change.
Penance: Actions to make up for sin.
Absolution: Forgiveness given by a priest.
Examination of Conscience: Reflecting on sins before confession.
Sacramental Seal: The promise a priest won’t reveal sins heard in confession.
Oil of the Sick: Holy oil used for healing the sick.
Sacramental Marriage: A marriage blessed by the Church.
Civil Marriage: A legal marriage without a religious blessing.
3 Requirements: Free choice, lifelong commitment, openness to children.
Annulment: Declaring a marriage invalid.
3 Forms of Marriage Preparation: Classes, counseling, mentorship.
Vocation: A calling from God.
3 Levels of Ordination: Bishop, Priest, Deacon.
Bishop: Oversees a diocese.
Priest: Leads a parish and sacraments.
Seminary: School for priests-in-training.
Deacon: Assists priests but can’t perform all sacraments.
Five Levels of Church Hierarchy: Pope, Cardinal, Bishop, Priest, Deacon.
Who are the poor? Those lacking basic needs like food, shelter, or healthcare.
Who are the marginalized? People excluded from society due to race, poverty, or other factors.
Wheel of Power/Privilege: A tool showing who holds power and privilege in society.
Voluntourism: Volunteering mainly for personal benefit rather than real help.
White Savior Complex: When privileged people help in a way that centers themselves instead of those in need.
Co-conspirator: Someone who actively works alongside marginalized groups for justice.
Kinship: Deep connection and solidarity with others, especially the marginalized.
Fr. Gustavo Gutiérrez: A priest who founded Liberation Theology.
Liberation Theology: A belief that faith should focus on freeing the oppressed.
Organizations serving the poor and marginalized: Groups that support vulnerable people through aid and advocacy.
Commitment to Liberating Action: Actively working for justice and freedom for all.
Brave Spaces (6 Pillars): Guidelines for open, respectful dialogue on tough topics.
Characteristics of Good Listening: Being present, empathetic, and open-minded.
Listening Circles: Group discussions focused on sharing and understanding experiences.
Conversations in the Spirit: Dialogue focused on spiritual reflection and mutual understanding.
Three parts of a good apology: Admit fault, apologize sincerely, and make amends.
Reconciliation: Restoring peace and repairing relationships after harm.
Residential Schools: Institutions where Indigenous children were taken from families, often abused.
Assimilation: Forcing a culture to adopt another, often against their will.
Sen. Murray Sinclair: A leader in Canada’s Truth and Reconciliation efforts.
Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada: An organization investigating residential school harm.
The Camino: A spiritual pilgrimage in Spain.
Metanoia: A deep spiritual transformation or change of heart.