Summary
Is there a difference between love and charity? This packet speaks about the theological virtue of charity and the witness of the widow who gives generously her two cents. The widow is contributes all she had, her whole livelihood. We are part of the Mystical Body of Christ and like the widow should give all that we have. This packet also teaches about the Church's love and obligation to the poor as well as how we can have a healthy detachment from the things of this world.
Key Words / Themes
charity, poor, poverty, detachment, Mystical Body of Christ, suffering, virtue, indifference, ingratitude, lukewarmness, spiritual sloth, hatred of God, kingdom of God, economy, social policy, rich, talents, affections, St. Francis of Assisi, Blessed Mother Teresa
Formulas of Catholic Doctrine
Two Great Commandments (Love of God, Love of Neighbor)
Theological Virtues (all)
Cardinal Virtues (all)
Sacraments (Baptism, Eucharist)
Deadly Sins (Sloth, Gluttony)
Beatitudes (Blessed are the Persecuted, Blessed are those who hunger and thirst)
Commanments (Do not steal)
Creed (9th – Church as Body of Christ)
Fruits of the Holy Spirit (Peace, Joy)
Corporal Works of Merc