Debating Contemporary Moral Issues (Junior Cert Religious Education): Flashcards

Understanding right & wrong, making good choices

Modern challenges about justice, responsibility & values

Poorest suffer most despite causing climate change least

Duty to care for & protect God's natural world (Christian)

Pope Francis's letter: environmental care is moral obligation

Campaigns for climate justice & supports affected communities

Moral duty as all life depends on environment

Prevents basic needs; questions justice & dignity

Bring 'good news to the poor'

Show compassion & help anyone in need regardless of background

Poor people's needs must come first (Catholic teaching)

Food banks, debt help, education, advocacy vs poverty

Moral duty based on human rights, dignity & fairness

Describe issue clearly & why it matters today

Humans placed in Eden 'to work it & take care of it'