We are called to protect people and the planet, living our faith in relationship with all of God's creation.

a letter from the Pope to the Church on issues related to human rights, social justice, and peace

Every man and woman is made in God's image and likeness and called to happiness in Him; therefore, every person has inherent and equal dignity. Dignity can never be lost or taken away.

The moral teachings of the Church; a summary of the teachings on social justice issues.

The economy must serve people, not the other way around

Moral knowledge written in every human heart and that every human person innately possesses. It is universal, permanent, and unchanging.

What is the most fundamental theme of Catholic social teaching?

Identified the seven themes found in Catholic social teaching

participating in society and promoting the common good

The principle that maintains that a person is to be treated as a unique individual, never a means to another's end

responsibilities for the good of others

The virtue by which people love God above all things for his own sake, and their neighbor as other selves for the love of God

Standing 'with' others; We are one human family regardless of ethnic, cultural, religious or political differences

"So whatever you wish that others would do to you, do also to them, for this the Law and the Prophets." - Matthew

The type of justice that governs what the greater community owes individuals based on their contribution and needs.

The application of the virtue of justice.

Everyone has a right and a duty to participate in society

food, shelter, clothing, medical care, employment

1891 - Pope Leo XII's call to the Catholic Church to work to alleviate social problems such as poverty.

The proper use of the gifts God has given us, in particular, the care for creation that will allow the earth and its resources to flourish and last for future generations.

People have a right and duty to participate in society seeking together the common good and well-being of all.

The type of justice that governs what the individuals owe their country and society

A formula used for evaluating the permissibly of an act that is morally good when the act causes an effect one is normally obliged to avoid

Decision making must occur at the lowest level possible by the people most affected by the decisions and activities.