Ep 02 - Can War ever be justified by faith

Welcome back to another episode of "Church Says WKLY with Fr. Rob"! In this episode, Father Rob Galea delves deep into the intricate topic of just war. Join us as we navigate through the moral and ethical considerations surrounding war and its justification in the eyes of the Church.

Key Highlights:

1.Defining Just War

• Exploring what constitutes a just war according to Church teachings, and whether war can ever be justified in God's eyes.

2.Criteria for Just War

• Father Rob breaks down the six essential criteria that must be met for a war to be considered just.
• Just Cause: The necessity of a morally justifiable reason to initiate war.
• Comparative Justice: Evaluating whether the good achieved by war outweighs the harm caused.
• Competent Authority: Ensuring that those who declare war have legitimate authority and sound reasoning.
• Right Intention: Emphasizing the importance of noble motives behind entering into conflict.
• Probability of Success: Assessing the realistic chances of achieving the war's objectives.
• Last Resort: Exhausting all peaceful alternatives before resorting to war.

3.Historical Perspective

• Reflecting on historical instances, including the Crusades, where the application of just war principles has been debated.

4.Modern Application

• Addressing contemporary issues such as Catholics participating in armed forces and reconciling military service with the commandment "Thou shalt not kill".

Fr. Rob Galea is a Catholic priest and a passionate advocate for faith-based discussions on contemporary issues. Through “Church Says: WKLY with Fr. Rob”, he aims to provide clarity and understanding of Church teachings while fostering an inclusive and respectful dialogue.

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