Larry Said:

If Pride is a Sin, then why do Christian/Catholic schools teach kids to take PRIDE in their work?

We Answered:

That is not the Pride we are talking about. That is just being satisfied with doing a good job. There is nothing wrong with that.

The Pride we are talking about is the Pride that will keep you from knowing that you are sinning. For example, if I think it is ok to steal, I am going to justify it and say that it is not a sin because of whatever lie I use to justify my actions. Therefore, I am in a state of Pride which will not allow me to acknowledge that I am wrong. One thinks that I can't possibly be wrong.

It is a difficult sin to overcome because most of us do not want to admit that we are wrong. Then when we do admit it we commit the next sin at the bottom of the list, sloth. We get lazy and do not want to take that sin to Jesus because we are so ashamed and embarrassed that we do not think the Lord could forgive us. Living in a state of Pride and Sloth are both lies because the Truth is that our Lord will be there for us.

I do not want to put you on the spot, but for me those are to sins I have to overcome. I use to be Pro-choice and my Pride made me try to justify it. Then when I came to my senses, I was too Lazy to take it to Christ. Thanks be to God I am over that.

Please pray for me so that I can stay away from the sin of Pride.

Yours in Christ
Mike64

Lawrence Said:

UK bans Catholic schools from teaching Catholic doctrine. Opinions?

We Answered:

Absolutely ridiculous. See how liberal views destroy values that society once found important?

Edgar Said:

Is it really a problem that the Catholic Pope has asked Catholic schools to teach Catholic students?

We Answered:

Not at all.

That is where it makes sense to teach catholocism.

(I think this post is in regards to a previous question about why the pope thinks he can suggest how catholic schools should be run? That question was retarded. Just ignore it.)

Diana Said:

Do Catholic schools teach more history?

We Answered:

Not exactly.

The average Catholic school student gets a better all around education than the average public school student.

In general, Catholic school students, parents, and teachers are better motivated to work toward a good education.

With love in Christ.

Anna Said:

Do catholic schools teach you about sexual education?

We Answered:

The Catholic Church has no problem with responsible and moral age appropriate sex education.

Here is the Archdiocese of Los Angeles' curricula for it health and sex education courses:

Kindergarten
• Understanding that living things come from other living things and have life cycles

1st grade
• Demonstrating an understanding of individual differences, such as height and weight, hair and eye color, and other factors
• Describing how living things come from other living things and recognizing changes in life cycles

2nd grade
• Describing the cycle of growth and development in humans and other animal species
• Identifying abilities that increase because of growth and development
• Identifying body parts in detail

3rd grade
• Describing the cycle of growth and development in humans and other animal species
• Demonstrating an understanding of the aging process
• Describing changes that occur during the life cycle
• Demonstrate an understanding of individual differences, such as differences in appearance and physical abilities

4th grade
• Recognizing the physical changes that occur during preadolescence
• Using correct terminology for body parts
• Identifying ways to cope with life changes
• Understanding that people vary widely in size, shape, height, and rate of maturation
• Identifying the growth factors which they can and cannot control

5th grade
• Understanding the human reproductive process
• Understanding the social and emotional changes of adolescence (e.g., growing sensitivity, to peer pressure, mood swings, family tensions)
• Understanding that the rate of change during puberty varies with each individual
• Recognizing problems associated with not having a realistic body image, including dieting and eating disorders
• Identifying realistic short-term and long-term goals to focus on the future

6th grade
• Recognize the physical changes that occur during adolescence, including emerging sexuality.
• Identify the structure of male and female reproductive parts and use correct terminology.
• Understand the impact of tobacco, alcohol, and other substance abuse on the developing fetus during pregnancy.
• Understand the difference between physical development and emotional maturity.
• Understand the rate of change during puberty varies with each individual.
• Participate in activities that promote a realistic body image.
• Student groups will present to the whole class information on specific health topics and how they affect body image (e.g. eating disorders, steroids use, exercise/fitness, and skin care).

7th grade
• Identify the changes associated with puberty.
• Understand the function of the male and female reproductive systems,
• Understand and describe how choices made during pregnancy directly affect the health of the mother and the fetus.
• Identify strategies for coping with physical changes and emotional changes, including isolation and depression.
• Understand personal responsibility and the consequences of sexual activity.
• Identify appropriate ways to show affection.
• Recognize that abstinence from sexual activity is the healthiest choice for young people.
• Recognize situations that place them at risk of participating in sexual activity.
• Identify methods of contraception.
• Understand how to be respectful of the sexuality of others, including the personal and social characteristics of sexual harassment.

http://www.archdiocese.la/learning/schoo…

With love in Christ.

Marvin Said:

What is a good site to find a Catholic school teaching position?

We Answered:

Go to the website of the Office of Catholic Schools for each diocese or archdiocese in which you are interested.

Here is the site of the Archdiocese of Los Angeles:
+ Primary schools: http://www.archdiocese.la/jobs/listbycat…
+ Secondary schools: http://www.archdiocese.la/jobs/listbycat…

Here is a listing of all dioceses and archdioceses in the United States and their individual websites: http://www.usccb.org/dioceses.shtml

If you are interested in teaching in a college or university then you will have to go to the individual schools website.

With love in Christ.

Derek Said:

Do you have to be Catholic to teach in a Catholic school?

We Answered:

Nope. My best friends (husband and wife) taught in a Catholic high school for years. Neither is Catholic. In fact, the husband is atheist.

Both also graduated from a Catholic university. As a joke, one of the priests would fling extra incense smoke and holy water at the husband during required masses.