DISCUSSION GUIDE Issue of 01-20-19
AMERICANS
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- What is bigotry?
- How would you define religious bigotry?
- What does our U.S. Constitution tells us about religious freedom. Discuss.
- After reading this article, do you believe it’s unfair to judge Catholics in this way if they are seeking positions of government leadership? Why/why not?
- What other religions experience this kind of bigotry?
SHUTDOWN
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- What does the annual March for Life in Washington D.C. commemorate?
- What issue is casting a shadow on this year’s event?
- What is the theme of this year’s march?
- As Catholics, what do we believe about the sanctity of all life?
- Talk about some issues to consider when we say we respect all life?
SHARE
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- What is called a ‘violent, predatory form of modern slavery’?
- What does ‘predatory’ mean? Ask your teacher to explain.
- According to the article, what are the best weapons against human trafficking?
- What is the age group most likely to get caught up in human trafficking?
- Why and how is communication within families important to help stem this problem?
MASS
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- What does the Catholic Church call us to do while at Mass?
- What are the differences in being a spectator versus an active participant?
- How do you actively participate during Mass?
- Do you believe that participating actively in something, you gain a better understanding of the event? Give an example.
- What are the two main parts of the Mass?
MAKING TIME
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- According to the author of this column, what opportunity does the start of a new year offer to us as people of faith?
- Do you talk to God throughout your day? What type of things to do you talk to God about?
- Do you feel God is listening and offers you guidance?
- Talk about some of the different ways you pray?
- Read through the list of suggestions. Which one (or more) might you make a resolution to add to your prayers life.