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peace and justice final
sem. #1
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Religious Studies
11th Grade
12/15/2013

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migrant worker
Definition
person who moves regularly in order to find work
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consumerism
Definition
the distorted desire to possess things out of proportion to our needs or normal wants
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physical quality of life index
Definition
table determined by average length of life, infant mortality rate, and the # of people who can read
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on what level does a prophet's message reach?
Definition
personal and societal level
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what does it mean to be filled with the spirit
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wind, breath, and air
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who are 2 Hispanic people who battled for human rights and what did they do?
Definition
Cesar Chavez- nonviolent protest to unionize migrant workers &
Bishop Sevilla- protested that even when people are undocumented, their human rights must still be upheld
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ex. of solidarity
Definition
worldwide terrorism
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options for the poor and vulnerable
Definition
God's call for justice is eliminating sinful inequalities that prevent people who are poor from realizing their God-given dignity
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what does receiving the Eucharist allow us to do?
Definition
enter into the mystery of Jesus dying and rising
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for 6/10 people in the world rice is the staple food
Definition
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fatalism
Definition
the belief that the world is out of the control of humans and in the hands of blind fate...(beyond anyone's help)
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socialism
Definition
government owns and administers the production and distribution of goods; rights of states surpass the rights of individuals
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4 ex. of social actions
Definition
#1: Rosa Parks
#2: Tutoring a student who cant speak English
#3: High school trip to build habitat homes
#4 Organizes safe houses for abuse victims
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what kind of experience is the Eucharist?
Definition
personal & communal, physical & spiritual
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welfare to work program
Definition
government assistance programs that provide aid while individuals are trying to learn a new trade or seek employment
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stewards
Definition
those who take on the responsibility God gave humans to take care of the earth and everything in it
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solidarity
Definition
solidarity goes beyond material goods to spiritual goods and should break down barriers between people
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the kingdom or reign of God has begun on earth
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crisis of limits
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the finite and irreplaceable mature of essential resources like oil and forests
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what services are debatable to give immigrants
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public schooling, health care, and public assistance
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life and dignity of the human person
Definition
no one's value is greater than anyone else's
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why do popes write encyclicals to the modern world?
Definition
to remedy social problems that are recognized as important issues
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4 ex. of works of mercy
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#1: Mother Theresa
#2: Food drive at Thanksgiving
#3: Doing service hrs. for class
#4: Singing at a local nursing home
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nationalism
Definition
people promote interest of their own country, love of country
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what % of the world's population do not receive minimum daily requirements
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20%
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colonialism
Definition
one country controls another both politically and economically; members of the controlled country are considered servants
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who experiences the highest level of poverty?
Definition
kids 5 & under
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How did the church champion a radically different understanding of justice?
Definition
-selling possessions and giving proceeds to those in need
-praising God and bringing good will to all people
-spending time together in prayer and breaking bread at home
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ex. of options for the poor & vulnerable
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homelessness
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what does the Eucharist commit us to do?
Definition
serve those who are poor and in need and strengthens us to do the good that promotes justice
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what should all people have in terms of justice issues?
Definition
#1: Access to education
#2: Healthcare
#3: Work opportunities
#4: Living wage
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Personal causes
Definition
individual actions that lead to problems or good results
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graced/sinful social structures
Definition
encourages and strengthens/discourages and weakens life, dignity, and community
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how did biblical prophets present God's word?
Definition
used politics and social conditions
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encyclical
Definition
official letter written by the pope to the whole world
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what happens when underdeveloped countries try to be independent
Definition
they look to a few wealthy countries and original language, culture, and identity were wiped out during their colonial period
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malnutrition
Definition
physical state resulting from a diet lacking in nutrients and vital to good health
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who were Samaritans?
Definition
people who were descendants of Jews but intermarried with non-Jews
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ex. of "call to family, community, & participation
Definition
stereotyping
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works of mercy
Definition
charitable actions that aid a neighbor in physical and spiritual ways
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how does chronic malnutrition affect people?
Definition
shortens life expectancy especially damaging to children who are likely to die or become brain-damaged
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call to family, community, and participation
Definition
the good of each person is tied to the common good
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what are 3 anti-immigrant attitudes/ideas?
Definition
#1: they are taking scarce jobs away from free Americans
#2: the # of aliens is out of control
#3: they are accessing public benefits
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St. Elizabeth Ann Seton
Definition
began the 1st Catholic schools in America
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what % of immigrants come to the U.S. legally?
Definition
85%
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people experiencing poverty also have...
Definition
material deprivation, physical ill-being, & constant worry, fear, and frustration which fills them with low self-confidence
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what kind of problem is hunger?
Definition
moral problem
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triage
Definition
the practice of placing people into the one of three farming groups based on their likelihood of survival
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what % of residents live in poverty in Carroll?
Definition
10.1%
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what are the minimal requirements for the welfare of people?
Definition
1: adequate food/water
2: clothing
3: shelter
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dignity of work and rights of workers
Definition
every individual has the right to contribute to the common good through work and fair
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describe a prophet
Definition
close relationship with God and communicates a divinely inspired message that challenges people to turn back to God when they have done wrong
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3 ex. of why immigrants are good
Definition
1: fill jobs unwanted by US workers
2: are ineligible for most benefits
3: pay 7 billion annually in social security and taxes
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what does Christ mean in Hebrew?
Definition
Messiah
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capitalism
Definition
individual ownership and administration of production and distribution of goods; workers have the rights to fair wages and decent working condtions
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what does it mean to be created in God's image?
Definition
every person has dignity and worth to him/her from God
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what does it mean to live with compassion?
Definition
recognizing suffering in others and taking action to alleviate that pain
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energy intensive farming
Definition
large scale farming that depends more on heavy machinery, chemical fertilizers, irrigation systems, and pesticides than on people
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what is a covenant?
Definition
testament of a solemn promise between 2 parties where there is a binding agreement
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by the year 2025 what % of Americans will be Hispanic and Asian?
Definition
25% Hispanic and 12% Asian
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Liberation theology
Definition
believes that the gospel message addresses today's social concerns, especially those who are poor
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ex. of dignity of work and rights of workers
Definition
sweatshops
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1/5 of the world spends most of each day trying to find food to survive
Definition
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cash crop
Definition
crops grown to be exported in order to raise money
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Dorthy Day
Definition
founder of the Catholic Worker movement
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interdependent
Definition
rely on one another for survival and well-being
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Graced social structures
Definition
Term
what does it mean to live with passion?
Definition
understanding that everyday God gives us opportunities to bring us peace and justice in our world
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social action
Definition
steps taken to change society's structure
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ex. of care for God's creations
Definition
global warming
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care for God's creation
Definition
we need to take care of God's creation and protect the earth for the future
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underlying causes
Definition
ways society is structured that affects people
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where do most of the poor people live?
Definition
Africa, parts of Asia and Latin America
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simple living
Definition
a way of life in which a person buys and uses only what is needed out of respect for all
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common good
Definition
concept that society should be organized so that both individuals and the entire community thrive equally
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throwaway society
Definition
social group that feels it is acceptable to squander usable materials and products
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ex. of rights and responsiblities
Definition
refusal to vote
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what does catholic social teaching include?
Definition
official church documents written by church leaders responding to social, political, and economic issues that threaten peace and justice
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