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In your readings from the Catechism of the Catholic Church and the Compendium of the Catechism of the Catholic Church, you gleaned a better understanding of the what the Catholic Church’s teachings are on specific theological topics. You will now use the information gleaned in the text to delineate the teachings listed below in a concise manner : Catholic Understanding of God as Trinity Salvation is Achieved through the Paschal Mystery of Jesus Christ Eschatology – Death and the Afterlife Freedom Virtues Sin.

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The Catholic understanding of God as the Trinity is fundamental to its theology, emphasizing that God is One divine essence existing in three persons: the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit (Catechism of the Catholic Church, CCC, 232-267). These three persons are co-equal and co-eternal, sharing the same divine nature, which underscores Christian monotheism with a complex relational unity. This doctrine highlights God's self-communication and community within the divine nature, serving as the foundation for understanding God's relationship with creation and humanity (Vatican II, Lumen Gentium 4).

Salvation in Catholic teaching is rooted in the Paschal Mystery of Jesus Christ, encapsulating His life, death, resurrection, and ascension. This mystery is the means by which humanity is redeemed from sin and granted the possibility of eternal life. Through Christ’s sacrificial death and triumphant resurrection, the faithful are invited into communion with God, gaining liberation from sin and death (CCC 571-672). The Sacraments, especially the Eucharist, serve as tangible encounters with the Paschal Mystery, making Christ’s saving work accessible to believers.

Eschatology in the Catholic theology concerns the end times, death, and the afterlife. It teaches that after death, individuals face particular judgment, where they are rewarded with Heaven or condemned to Hell based on their response to God's grace. The Second Coming of Christ will bring about the resurrection of the dead and the final judgment, culminating in the establishment of God's eternal Kingdom. The Catholic view emphasizes hope in the resurrection of the body and life everlasting, affirming the ultimate victory of good over evil (CCC 988-1022).

Freedom in Catholic doctrine is closely tied to human dignity and the capacity for moral choice. It implies that humans are free to choose good or evil, but true freedom is found in aligning one's will with God's will. Grace enhances human freedom, enabling individuals to choose to love and obey God. Freedom is understood as a responsibility that entails respecting the freedom of others and cooperating with divine grace for moral growth and salvation (CCC 1730-1748).

The Catholic virtues are moral qualities that guide human behavior towards goodness. Theological virtues—faith, hope, and charity—are infused by grace and orient the believer toward God. Cardinal virtues—prudence, justice, temperance, and fortitude—are habits that regulate human actions and enable virtuous living. Together, these virtues foster moral development and assist believers in following Christ (CCC 1803-1832).

Sin in Catholic teaching is an offense against God resulting from free choice. It damages human nature and distorts relationships either through original sin, which affects all humankind, or actual sin, committed by individuals. Sin can be moral (mortal or venial), with mortal sin severing the soul’s relationship with God, and venial sin weakening it. The Church teaches the importance of repentance, reconciliation, and divine grace in overcoming sin and restoring righteousness (CCC 1846-1876).

References

Catechism of the Catholic Church. Vatican, 1992.

Vatican II, Lumen Gentium, 1964.

United States Conference of Catholic Bishops. The Paschal Mystery. 2004.

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Gaudium et Spes, Vatican II, 1965.

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