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Catholic Social Teaching has its roots in the late 19th Century when Pope Leo XIII wrote the encyclical, Rerum Novarum. This has been built upon by subsequent Popes such as Pope St John XXIII and is further highlighted by our new Pope, Leo XIV, who took the name to follow on from his 19th-century predecessor. Catholic Social Teaching is a key force in our school and in wider Catholic Life in the island parish through charities such as Caritas Jersey and St Vincent de Paul (Jersey) whom the school partners on projects and activities which seek to uphold the dignity of every human being.

What is Catholic Social Teaching and why is it Important at Beaulieu?

Catholic Social Teaching offers us a way of thinking about the world and acting in the world. It is a collection of teachings from the Catholic Church that tries to make the world and our society more just, more fair, in which the dignity of all people is recognised, and those who are vulnerable are cared for.

In these teachings, the Catholic Church teaches human beings to try to make sure:

●     Every person is treated with dignity

●     We show solidarity to one another

●     We share with the poor and needy

●     We do charity work in the loving service of those in need

●     We welcome diversity/difference

●     We work for justice

●     We recognise the rights of workers/employees

●     We are involved with politics

●     We are good stewards of creation - ecology, looking after the environment for people today and future generations.

●     We work for peace and reconciliation

●     Beaulieu tries to be involved in its small way in anything that can lead to a more just, loving world. Toute de charité.