The Dignity of the Human Person

United States Conference of Catholic

Bishops The Catholic Church proclaims that human

life is sacred and that the dignity of the human person is the foundation of a moral vision for society.

In our society, human life is under direct attack from abortion and euthanasia. The value of human life is being threatened by cloning, embryonic stem cell research, and the use of the death penalty.

We believe that every person is precious, that people are more important than things.

Catechism of the Catholic Church

The dignity of the human person is rooted in His creation in the image and likeness of God.(1700)

It is fulfilled in his vocation to divine beatitude (1700)

It is essential to a human being freely to direct himself (or herself) to this fulfillment.(1700)

Man is obliged to follow the moral law, which urges him (or her) ‘to do what is good and avoid what is evil’ (cf GS 16) This law makes itself heard in His conscience.

Bede Polding College Every member of the school has the right to

be respected.

Every student has the right to feel safe and free from bullying

Every student has the right to protect their belongings

Every student has to respect the ‘Hands off’ policy

Anything else?

What rights do you think that everyone should have?

Make a list in your books and we will see if everyone agrees.