Chapter 1 Study Guide
Part 1: Vocabulary
Patron Saint- A saint who is regarded as the intercessor and advocate in heaven for a nation, place, craft, activity, class, or person.
Zeal-Enthusiastic devotion to a cause, ideal, or goal and tireless diligence in its furtherance
Compassion- A feeling of distress and pity for the suffering or misfortune of another, often including the desire to alleviate it.
Humility-The state or quality of being humble
Simplicity-Absence of luxury or showiness; plainness.
Trust-Firm reliance on the integrity, ability, or character of a person or thing.
Vocation-a special urge, inclination, or predisposition to a particular calling or career, esp a religious one Vow-An earnest promise to perform a specified act or behave in a certain manner, especially a solemn promise to live and act in accordance with the rules of a religious order Chastity-Not having from sex Celibacy- Abstinence from sexual intercourse, especially by reason of religious vows. Obedience- The quality or condition of being obedient. Voluntary Poverty- Consumerism-The movement seeking to protect and inform consumers by requiring such practices as honest packaging and advertising, product guarantees, and improved safety standards. Immediate Gratification Individualism- Belief in the primary importance of the individual and in the virtues of self-reliance and personal independence. Sexual Permissiveness Moral/Immoral Sexual Orientation Part 2: Study questions 1. Be able to name the Founder of the Xaverian Brothers, the Patron Saint of the Xaverian Brothers, the Founder of Mount Saint Joseph, and the Patron Saint of Mount Saint Joseph 2. Explain how the Founder of the Xaverian Brothers would understand the values of humility and simplicity.
3. What two groups did the Founder of the Xaverian Brothers minister to in the United States? 4. Why did