WE BELIEVE
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CATHOLIC SOCIAL TEACHING THEME
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Chapter 1
- Jesus was fair to sinners, strangers, those who were ignored, and those who were poor. We are asked to be the same.
- The Kingdom of God grows when we seek to build a better community, a more just nation, and a peaceful world.
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Option for the Poor and Vulnerable
Call to Family, Community, and Participation
Solidarity of the Human Family
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Chapter 2
- We give witness to Christ when we follow Jesus' example of loving and when we work for justice and peace.
- We give witness to Jesus when we perform the Works of Mercy.
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Rights and Responsibilities of the Human Person
Solidarity of the Human Family
Option for the Poor and Vulnerable
Rights and Responsibilities of the Human Person
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Chapter 3
- Baptism makes us members of one family led by the Holy Spirit. In this family, there are no boundaries or preferences.
- Jesus calls us to be servants. He wants us to care for others, especially those who are poor or suffering.
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Solidarity of the Human Family
Option for the Poor and Vulnerable
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Chapter 8
- Each year on Pentecost, we celebrate in a special way the coming of the Holy Spirit. Strengthened by the Holy Spirit, we are all God's workers in the world.
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Rights and Responsibilities of the Human Person
Solidarity of the Human Family
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Chapter 9
- Confirmation calls those anointed to live out their Baptism as witnesses of Jesus Christ.
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All seven themes
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Chapter 10
- In the Eucharist we are strengthened to love and serve others.
- Nourished by the Eucharist, we are better able to live out our faith. We can do this by protecting life, respecting the rights of others, and helping people to meet their needs.
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Call to Family, Community, and Participation
Life and Dignity of the Human Person
Rights and Responsibilities of the Human Person
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Chapter 11
- In the general intercessions we pray for the needs of the whole Church.
- The Concluding Rite sends us out to be the Body of Christ to others.
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Solidarity of the Human Family
Call to Family, Community, and Participation
Rights and Responsibilities of the Human Person
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Chapter 15
- The Church speaks out against social sin, and we work to stop the things in society that allow unjust behaviors or conditions to exist. The Church encourages all people to turn to God and live lives of love and respect.
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All seven themes
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Chapter 16
- If we help people in the community to understand one another and to work to settle differences peacefully, they may experience reconciliation with one another.
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Call to Family, Community, and Participation
Solidarity of the Human Family
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Chapter 17
- We are called to care for those who are sick.
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Option for the Poor and Vulnerable
Life and Dignity of the Human Person
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Chapter 20
- During Lent we show special concern for those in need.
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Option for the Poor and Vulnerable
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Chapter 21
- During Mass on Holy Thursday, we have a special ceremony of the washing of the feet. This commits us to follow the example of Jesus' love and service.
- In Good Friday's Celebration of the Lord's Passion, there are ten general intercessions that include prayers for the whole world.
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Life and Dignity of the Human Person
Call to Family, Community, and Participation
Solidarity of the Human Family
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Chapter 22
- The Beatitudes describe the ways Christ's disciples should think and act.
- Jesus showed us how to love. He took care of his family and friends, and he treated all people with respect. He stood up for the rights of others and helped them find peace and comfort.
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All seven themes
All seven themes
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Chapter 23
- The laity share in the mission to bring the good news of Christ to the world.
- Women and men in religious life serve Christ, their community, and the whole Church.
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Call to Family, Community, and Participation
Dignity of Work and the Rights of Workers
Rights and Responsibilities of the Human Person
Option for the Poor and Vulnerable
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Chapter 24
- Families are very important communities.
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Call to Family, Community, and Participation
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Chapter 25
- Bishops, priests, and deacons serve the Church in different ways.
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Call to Family, Community, and Participation
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Chapter 26
- Often Catholics have different ways of living, dressing, and celebrating. With all our differences, we are still one.
- The Church welcomes all people as Jesus did.
- The Church respects all people.
- The Church works for justice and peace.
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Call to Family, Community, and Participation
Solidarity of the Human Family
Life and Dignity of the Human Person
Solidarity of the Human Family
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