The Catechism in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz) Day 50: The Dignity of Man (2025)
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Feb 19, 2025 Explore the profound dignity of human beings as reflections of God's image. Discover the unique relationship between humanity and the Creator, highlighting our spiritual and material duality. The discussion fosters a deeper understanding of unity in diversity, confronting issues like racism and sexism. Embrace the concept of human solidarity and the call for stewardship in creation. This enlightening reflection invites listeners to celebrate our shared essence while navigating personal struggles in recognizing one's identity.
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Human Dignity
- Humans are the only earthly creatures God willed for their own sake, possessing unique dignity.
- All other earthly creation is for human stewardship, but humans are for God's glory.
Image of God
- Being made in God's image means we are not objects but persons.
- We're capable of self-knowledge, self-possession, and freely giving ourselves in communion with others.
Knowing and Loving God
- Humans alone can know and love their creator.
- We're called to share in God's life through knowledge and love, which is the basis of our dignity.