The Catechism in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz) Day 291: The Political Community and the Church (2025)
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Oct 18, 2025 Dive into a thought-provoking exploration of how political communities reflect varying visions of humanity. The teaching on human dignity highlights the Church's essential role in advocating for moral truths in politics. Unpack the significance of the Fourth Commandment in shaping family and civic responsibilities. Learn when citizens must stand against unjust laws, and discover the dire consequences of societies that reject the gospel, risking totalitarianism. This engaging discussion invites reflection on faith's impact on governance.
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Institutions Carry A Vision Of Humanity
- Every institution embodies an implicit vision of the human person that shapes its values and policies.
- When institutions reject the true vision of man, they risk borrowing ideology and becoming distorted or totalitarian.
Church Distinct Yet Morally Vocal
- The Church must remain distinct from political communities while guarding the transcendent dignity of the person.
- It speaks truth about human origin and destiny without acting as a partisan political actor.
Weigh In With Gospel-Compatible Means
- Encourage political freedom and responsibility while the Church offers moral guidance on public issues.
- Use only gospel-consistent and welfare-minded means when the Church issues moral judgments on politics.
