Theology for Everyday Life

"An outdoor space, blending art and science to create areas where people of all ages can uphold the sacred dignity of every person, reflecting the foundational CST principle of the dignity of the human person" Upholding the Sacred Dignity of Every Person Human dignity is not merely a concept within Catholic Social Teaching —it is the foundation upon which the entire moral vision of the Church stands. In a world where people are often valued for productivity, appearance, or social usefulness, the Gospel gives a radically different starting point: each human being possesses an inherent, inviolable worth because we are created in the image and likeness of God (Gen. 1:27). This dignity is not earned, granted, or conditional. It is given by God and therefore beyond the reach of political manipulation or cultural trends. “ The ultimate source of human rights is not found in the mere will of human beings… but in man himself and in God his Creator. ” (CSDC, no. 153) This t...

The Dignity of the Human Person in Daily Encounters Every day is filled with encounters that appear ordinary: a greeting at the gate, a conversation with a vendor, a moment of patience in traffic, a disagreement at home. Yet Catholic faith insists that these small interactions are not morally neutral. They are the living ground where justice either begins or quietly erodes. This reflection explores a foundational conviction of Christian anthropology: every person is created in the image of God. When this truth is taken seriously, respect in ordinary interactions becomes a form of discipleship. Justice, in this sense, does not begin only in policies or institutions but in attitudes, habits, and ways of seeing others. The Image of God as the Foundation of Human Dignity Scripture offers the primary theological foundation for human dignity. The creation narrative in Genesis presents humanity as uniquely marked by divine intention and relationship. “Then God said, ‘Let us make...