Solidarity of the Human Family.

Solidarity is unity and togetherness. It is very important for our families to be close. Children who are neglected tend to become mentally ill in the future. They also tend to lead very independent lives. This can make them live a life with solitude and fewer friends. Research shows neglected children also do poorly in school. Finally, more children die from child neglect than child abuse. We feel very privileged that our families love us! When our families do pay attention to us, we receive love, nourishment, and many benefits. For example, we receive gifts and we are more likely to spend time with friends and others.

Even if we are not related by blood, we are all part of God's family. So, solidarity also relates to non-discrimination. We cannot put people in a public spot light, force them out of our group, or create cliques. These are the three main forms of discrimination. We did an activity in class where we put the whole class in a circle portraying solidarity. Then we made smaller circles showing cliques. We also put one person in the middle and on the outside to show the public spot light and discrimination. The people felt sad and/or violated. This is a great example of this Catholic Social Teaching. Don't discriminate and be a solid family.
-Hannah B. and Lilli