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Grade 11
LESSON 1
Type of Test: Definition, Identification, Enumeration
SACRAMENTS that lead us to a healthy and holy life (sanctify us from birth to death):
1. Baptism – marks our identity as children of God. This is claiming our sense of belongingness to the Church.
2. Receiving of the Holy Communion- an act of unity with Christ as we receive His body and blood
3. Confirmation – an act of confirming and living out of our faith responsibly
4. Matrimony – a calling of man and woman as pro-creator in building God’s Kingdom here on earth
by building a family, the domestic church
5. Ordination / Religious Consecration – a calling to live in perfection by following and serving God in
their life of consecration and the vows
6. Confession –to cleanse from sin and receive reconciliation and forgiveness from God
7. Anointing the SICK- to receive healing in sickness of body and health and a preparation for a holy
death
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As a light we help people to see from their experiences of darkness. As light, we are called by Christ to
enlighten those who are confused, ignorant and living in darkness by bringing them back to Jesus, the source
of light.
As salt of the earth and light of the world is to be CREDIBLE WITNESSES of the Gospel and of His loving
presence. Otherwise our life becomes worthless and meaningless.
LESSON 2
Type of Test: Identification and Enumeration
The Catholic Church proclaims that human life is sacred thus, the dignity of the human person is the
foundation of a moral vision for society. This is always the foundation of all the principles of our social
teaching.
The MAGISTERIUM of the Catholic Church is the church's authority or office to establish teachings.
In faith they are under the premise with the correct and true teachings (infallible) of the faith.
This dignity of the human person is always defended by the Church in her numerous ENCYCLICALS.
What is Encyclical?
- written by the pope
- also known as “papal encyclical”
- always contains the teachings of the Church on different social issues concerning faith and moral
- always defended the dignity of human person
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What is Apostolic Exhortation?
- It is a type of communication from the Pope or bishops of the Roman Catholic Church.
- It addresses to a particular community of people to undertake a particular activity.
- Lower in important than an encyclical
- An exhortation does not define doctrine.
1. RERUM NOVARUM means “Of The New Things” written by Pope Leo XIII on 1891, popularly known
as “Rosary Pope” because of his many encyclicals and exhortations which were stressing on the power of
the rosary.
- It mainly discussed on the Condition of Labor. It was the first written among all encyclicals.
Social Issues:
- Unjust condition of workers - Gap between the poor and rich
- Industrial Revolution in Europe
- Rise of Capitalism & Socialism
Principles responded to the issues:
- Rights and Dignity of Workers (Economic Justice)
- Global Solidarity and Development
- Human Equality
2. QUADRAGESIMO ANNO means “After Forty Years” of Rerum Novarum, written by Pope Pius XI on 1931
- It mainly discussed on the Reconstruction of Social Order.
Social Issues:
- Rise of fascism, communism and atheism - Major Economic Depression
- Unrestrained Capitalism - Uplifting the poor
- Rights of workers and seeking common good
Principles responded to the issues:
- Rights and Dignity of Workers (Economic Justice) - Human Equality
- Community and Participation - Preferential Option for the poor and vulnerable
3. MATER ET MAGISTRA means “Mother and Teacher”, written by Pope John XXIII on 1961
which was the 70th Anniversary of Rerum Novarum
- It discussed mainly on Christianity and Social Progress and highlighting the Church which following
the example of Mary “our real mother and teacher”.
Social Issues:
- Start of Cold War (indifference among countries) - Social, Political and Economic problems
- Advances in technology
Principles responded to the issues:
- Promotion of Peace - Social and Economic Justice
- Global Solidarity and Development
4. PACEM IN TERRIS means “Peace On Earth”, written by Pope John XXIII on 1963
- It mainly discussed on the calling of “all men and women of good will” to promote peace and
to stop Nuclear Bombings and wars
Social Issues:
- Nuclear Bombings - Advances in arm forces and missiles
- Cold War (indifference among countries)
Principles responded to the issues:
- Promotion of Peace and Disarmament - Community and Participation (Common Good)
- Global Solidarity and Development
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5. GAUDIUM ET SPES means “The Joys and Hopes”, written by the Vatican Council on 1965 and
promulgated by Pope Paul VI
- It mainly discussed about the Church in the modern world. Changes of some structures and practices
were implemented so that the Church may respond to the “signs of the times” in the light of the
Scriptures.
- Vatican II has started.
Social Issues:
- Disagreement and confusions of faith
- Rapid progressing world
Principles responded to the issues:
- Clarifies the role of the Church in the modern world
- Community and Participation (Common Good)
- Life and Dignity of Human Person
7. OCTOGESIMA ADVIENIENS means “On the Eightieth Year” of the Rerum Novarum, written by Pope
Paul VI on 1971.
- It mainly discusses on a Call to Action from the different social issues mentioned in Rerum Novarum.
- It is an Apostolic Exhortation address to the Council of Laity (Lay men and women who occupied
biggest number in the population of the Church)
Social Issues:
- Reawakening of all the laity to get involved in building a just society
- Working in common good
Principles responded to the issues:
- Community and Participation (Common Good)
- Dignity and Rights of Workers (Economic Justice)
8. LABOREM EXERCENS means “ On Human Work”, written by Pope John Paul II on 1981 which was
the 90th Anniversary of Rerum Novarum
- It mainly discussed on the dignity of human work.
Social Issues:
- Unjust salaries and wages
- Abuse of the rights of workers and no safe workplace
- Promotion of rights to join association of labors
- The dignity of family and the progress and fulfillment of each member
Principles responded to the issues:
- Dignity and Rights of Workers (Economic Justice)
- Community and Participation (Common Good) - Principle of Association
9. CENTISIMUS ANNUS means “ 100th Anniversary of Rerum Novarum, written by Pope John Paul II on
1991
- It generally reviewed the contents of Rerum Novarum which JP II has highly appreciated and regarded
it as “immortal document”.
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10. EVANGELII VITAE means “ The Gospel Of Life”, written by Pope John Paul II on 1995
- It mainly discussed the sanctity of human life as a gift from God.
Social Issues:
- The threat of “culture of death” - Promoting the “culture of life”
- Legalization of abortion and Euthanasia
Principles responded to the issues:
- Life and Dignity of Human Person - Rights and Responsibilities
11. DEUS CARITAS EST means “God is Love”, the first written encyclical of Pope Benedict XVI on 2009
- It discussed mainly on Christian Love.
Social Issues:
- Love of neighbor and promotion of Social Services
- Rediscovery of the relationship between justice and charity, faith and reason
Principles responded to the issues:
- Christian Morality and Commandments of Love
- Community and Participation (Common Good)
12. EVANGELII GAUDIUM means “The Joy of the Gospel”, an apostolic exhortation written by Pope
Francis on 2014
- It mainly discussed on the Proclamation of the Gospel in today’s world.
- It addresses to all evangelizers and pastors
Social Issues:
- Social Media as means of evangelization - Importance of the preparation of homily
- Family Catechesis
Principles responded to the issues:
- New Evangelization
- Social and Global Justice
14. GAUDETE ET EXSULTATE means “ Rejoice and Be Glad”, an apostolic exhortation written by Pope
Francis on 2018.
- It mainly discussed on the call to holiness, to live a holy life in this modern world. Holiness is a universal call to
everyone.
Social Issues:
- Moral and Ethical issues - Globalization
- Pelagianism and Gnosticism
Principles responded to the issues:
- Holiness - Community and Participation (Common Good)
- Dignity and Life of Human Person
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LESSON 3
Type of Test: Definition, Identification
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- There should be unity among Christian Churches and beliefs to promote dignity and rights to all
human beings.
(Ex. Ecumenism – a movement that promotes unity among all Christian religions and beliefs.)
10. Global Solidarity and Development
- This principle calls for an obligation to promote the rights and development of all peoples in this
world regardless race, nations, social status, gender and religions.
- Principle of “Nations helping Nations”.
LESSON 4
Type of Test: Identification, Enumeration
SOCIAL SINS
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DISCER-
NING
SPIRIT C. The SOCIAL ACTION CYCLE that respond to the Signs
(Listening to
the signs of of the times or Social Issues
the the times) 1. Patterned after the JPIC Scheme- Justice, Peace and
Integrity of Creation)
SEE (Awareness Stage) – seeing the reality of the issue using the eyes of Jesus
John 1:38-39
"Jesus turned and saw them following and said, 'What do you want?' They answered, 'Rabbi' which
means Teacher -- 'where do you live?' He replied, 'Come and see'; so they went and saw where he lived,
and stayed with him that day. It was about four o’clock in the afternoon."
Who are the poor and vulnerable in my community/ society / world?
JUDGE (Analysis and Discerning Stage ) – discerning for an action to take in order to respond
to the need using the mind and heart of Christ.
Mt. 16:13-16
"When Jesus came to the region of Caesarea Philippi he put this question to his disciples, 'Who do
people say the Son of man is?' And they said, 'Some say John the Baptist, some Elijah, and others
Jeremiah or one of the prophets.' 'But you,' he said, 'who do you say I am?' Then Simon Peter spoke up
and said, 'You are the Christ, the Son of the living God.’”
What is needed in order for the poor and vulnerable people to experience love and justice?
2. The Works of Mercy: Corporal Works of Mercy and Spiritual Works of Mercy
THE DEAD
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