Catholic Social Teaching
The 9 Principles of Catholic Social Teaching:
- we are called to know that everyone is special and understand the Dignity of the human person
- We are called to think of everyone for The Common Good
- We are called to use our special gifts and talents in Participation
- We are called to Stewardship by lokoing after and caring for God's gifts
- We are called to stand in solidarity and show we care
- We are called to have an option for the poor put those people who need our help first
- We are called to share fairly
- We are called to be peacemakers and promote peace
- We are called to know that we have a say in subsidiarity
Catholic Social Teaching in our Curriculum at Corpus Christi
The curriculum at Corpus Christi provides many opportunities for children and staff to develop knowledge and understanding of the principles of Catholic Social Teaching and to action that commitment through good works and words that show we live our faith in our community as a force for good. Pupils from Corpus Christi should be aware of what is happening in the world, their community and their school and remember the effecting positive change. Pupil Voice at Corpus Christi is evident in all aspects of our curriculum and religious life.
Meet the family:
Each principle is illustrated with two images. These images aim to provide a visual connection with the principle and are used throughout our school and within our lessons; and not just in our RE lessons. They are designed to help make the activities and their experience at Corpus Christi memorable and engaging.
Please click on each of the characters to find out more about what our principles stand for.
If you want to know more about Catholic Social Teaching in 3 minutes watch this fast-paced animation from CAFOD introducing CST.