You just traveled through the Seventh Circle of Hell where all those who commit violent acts are punished. In this assignment, you will look at a variety of sources, draw conclusions and create a presentation that supports the Church's social teaching.
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| The ProjectPart 1 Read the following: Write a making connections paragraph that discusses the similarities between these passages. Part 2 Catholic Social Teaching on reverence for life condemns any act of violence that humans afflict on others, or themselves. Last month, the Supreme Court of Canada over turned a 20 year ban on doctor assisted suicides. Read the following articles for background: Your Task: using a variety of resources (above, and found on your own), create a presentation that discusses the issue of assisted suicide and argue that the Church has and always will defend life. Other Resources: Catechism Teaching on Respect for Life YC 381-385 - ask Ms. Citton for her copy Part 3 Write a letter or editorial (properly formatted) to the local newspaper that expresses your concerns about the issue and offer potential solutions that are aligned with Catholic Social Teaching. |