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Catholics in the Public Square.
Part of The Shepherd's Voice Series-The Shepherd's Voice Series brings you the current teaching of Bishops and Cardinals on vital topics facing the Catholic Church today. As Catholics in the modern world, we have certain responsibilities to our nation, our families and ourselves. What duti...
| Clasificación: | Libro Electrónico |
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| Formato: | Electrónico eBook |
| Idioma: | Inglés |
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Ashland :
St. Benedict Press LLC,
2016.
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| Acceso en línea: | Texto completo |
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- Halftitle Page; Title Page; Copyright Page; Table of Contents; Foreword; 1) How would you define a lay person?; 2) What is the difference between the laity and the clergy in the Catholic Church?; 3) What is the role of the laity in the Catholic Church?; 4) How do Catholic laypersons fulfill their call to holiness?; 5) What are the main responsibilities of Catholics to themselves?; 6) What are the main responsibilities of Catholics to their families?; 7) What are the responsibilities of the Catholic laity in the public square?; 8) How do Catholics show their own identity in public life?
- 9) What difference should Catholics make in public life?10) How should Catholics understand the separation between Church and state?; 11) Should Catholics bring the Church's doctrine into the public square?; 12) How do you respond to statements that Catholics should not impose their religious views upon others?; 13) Should Catholics take into account their own faith at the moment of voting?; 14) Can Catholics honestly disagree in matters of politics, social, or cultural issues?; 15) What does it mean that Catholics should follow their conscience when making a moral decision?
- 16) Is it mandatory for Catholics to follow what the Pope or bishops say on political issues?17) Are all political and social issues equal when it comes to choosing a political candidate?; 18) Are there any "non-negotiable" issues for Catholics involved in politics?; 19) What are the causes that can ban Catholics from Holy Communion?; 20) Why does the Church set such high standards for Catholics?; 21) Can Catholics belong to or express support for different political parties?; 22) Do bishops and priests have the right to intervene in political, social, or cultural matters?
- 23) If bishops and priests can intervene in public issues, what is the difference then between the clergy and the laity in public policy issues?24) What can Catholics do to foster justice in society?; 25) What are the responsibilities of Catholics who own or operate businesses toward their employees and the society at large?; 26) How can Catholics contribute to a culture of life?; 27) What means should Catholics employ to manifest their convictions about issues in the public square?; 28) Should Catholics put aside their faith to work with people of other religions in social issues?
- 29) What are the responsibilities of Catholic institutions in the public square?30) How does one best fight against secularization in our society and the misrepresentation of faith in the public square?; 31) How would you define a "candidate who is a faithful Catholic?"; 32) What is the Church's position on immigration?; 33) What line should an elected official draw between his faith and his political commitments?; 34) How serious are the current threats to religious freedom in the United States?