God created in people a concern

for justice
BRAINSTORM
In groups of 3, discuss and write definitions for the following terms:

Justice:
What we think justice means… Teacher’s definition…

Social Justice:
What we think social justice means… Teacher’s definition…

TASK
There are many examples in society of people joining organisations that try to
bring about change and fight injustices. Try to find as many organisations as you
can in Australia that are concerned with the social issues below. Make sure you
state:
o The work that they do
o Whether or not they are national or international
o If they are supported by a religious group (and which religion)

The protection of the lives of the unborn

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The human rights of asylum seekers

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The rehabilitation of law breakers

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The needs of single parents

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Care for the environment

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God created people with the ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ to love justly. It is
Inherent in who they are as human beings. The natural law calls people to do
___ ___ ___ ___ and avoid ___ ___ ___ ___.