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CST (catholic social thought) Principles 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9.

Dignity of the Human Person Common Good Preferential Option for the Poor Subsidiarity Universal Purpose of Goods Stewardship of Creation Promotion of Peace Participation Global solidarity

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Innate personal value and rights which demands respect for all people, regardless of race, social class, wealth etc. Linked to rights (The Universal Declaration of Human Rights affirms the “inherent dignity and of the equal and inalienable rights of all members of the human family…”) Inherent dignity (because we are all human) Every person, regardless of race, sex, age, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, employment or economic status, health, intelligence, achievement, or any other differentiating characteristic, has inherent dignity and is worthy of respect [emphasis added; note connection to the “Book of the Year”]. This is the bedrock principle…. It is not what we do or have that gives us a claim on respect; it is being human that establishes our dignity (Byron, 1999, p.8)

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A principle, a goal and an ideal "the sum of those conditions of social life which allow social groups and their individual members relatively thorough and ready access to their own fulfillment" [or flourishing] (Abbott, 1966, p. 225). The responsibility of all to promote, including institutions and nations (directly affects human dignity and the capacity of individuals to grow in community) we relate it to human rights in both units We link it also to “human flourishing” (and “This is my Song”, for example, the pursuit of well-being)…

Preferential Option for the Poor

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Those who are most vulnerable and/or have the least should have their needs prioritised over the wants of others. Basic moral test of every society/nation is how the most vulnerable, the weak and the underprivileged are faring Examples: - The homeless - Indigenous Australians - The unemployed - No minimum wage - Asylum seekers & refugees - Mental health challenges

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Wherever possible, those affected by a decision should be involved in making it. Power is localised, not centralised (ACU, 2018, Module 3) The principle of subsidiarity puts a proper limit on government by insisting that no higher level of organization should perform any function that can be handled efficiently and effectively at a lower level of organization by persons who, individually or in groups, are closer to the problems and closer to the ground (Byron, 1999, p.11)

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Dignity of the Human Person: No human being should have their dignity or freedom compromised. The dignity of every person, independent of ethnicity, creed, gender, sexuality, age or ability, is the foundation of CST… Common Good: Every person should have sufficient access to the goods and resources of society so that they can completely and easily live fulfilling lives…. The common good is reached when we work together to improve the wellbeing of people in our society and the wider world… Preferential Option for the Poor: When decisions are made by first considering the needs of the poor. Subsidiarity: All people have the right to participate in decisions that affect their lives. Subsidiarity requires that decisions are made by the people closest and most affected by the issues and concerns of the community.

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The Universal Purpose of Goods -

The earth’s resources ought to help meet every person’s needs, no matter who “owns” these; a universal right to access the goods of the earth, such as clean air and clean water, education and justice (etc.) NB: recognises the right to individual property

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The steward is a manager, not an owner. In an era of rising consciousness related to issues of the physical environment, our tradition is calling us to a sense of moral responsibility for the protection of the environment (Byron, 1975). Stewardship responsibilities also look toward our use of personal talents and property and our attention to personal health. (Byron, 1999, p.11)

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All Peace requires respect for and the development of human life, which in turn involves the safeguarding of the goods, dignity and freedom of people. Peace is the fruit of justice and is dependent upon right order among human beings. (Relations with others should be mutually respectful and collaborative, at national and global levels.) [NB important link to “This is my Song”]

(https://www.caritas.org.au/about/catholic-social-teaching-values )

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Everyone has the right and a duty to take part in the life of society (economic, political, cultural, religious, social etc.) All people have the right to participate in decisions that affect their lives.

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We are all interconnected and one “human family”, with the same duty towards those far away as our close neighbours. Everyone belongs to one human family, regardless of their national, religious, ethnic, economic, political and ideological differences. Everyone has an obligation to promote the rights and development of all peoples across communities, nations, and the world, irrespective of national boundaries (emphasis added) The principle of solidarity functions as a moral category that leads to choices that will promote and protect the common good (Byron, 1999, p.11)

How do the principles relate to your profession (future): some challenges to consider -

Censorship vs free speech Human rights Fair Trade Racial vilification Access to education Disability care Bullying Poverty Environmental degradation Distribution of wealth Homelessness Health care access Civil rights Gender equality

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Week 4 Dignity of the Human Person \_______________________ Main Common Good / Two Preferential Option for the Poor Subsidiarity Universal Purpose of Goods Stewardship of Creation Promotion of Peace Participation Global solidarity

Use these principles and highlight these principles within the book “heres my song”

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