- Questions to Consider

2010 Summit Reflection Questions

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Overall Themes:

The effects of globalization and economics on a person (both physically and in a more abstract sense)
The positives and negatives of globalization.
What are the greatest challenges in economics and globalization?
How can globalization be steered towards a better future?
How does this affect you?
How can you promote human dignity?

Workshop Day:

One of the goals for today was to hear about the effect of economic growth and globalization on the human person and the environment from varied perspectives. Now, having attended the various presentations answer the question, “What effect does economic injustice and globalization have on the human person?”
What is the impact of economic injustice and globalization on individuals and communities?
Considering all you heard and saw today what struck you the most?
As you listened to the speakers were you reminded of any personal experiences or stories you have heard from family or friends?
How did these workshops fit in (or not fit in) with other speakers’ messages and overall theme of this year’s summit?
Is there anything new that was learned that made you feel differently about the topic?
How do these topics impact you, your friends, or family?

Assembly 1 – Rev. Doug Marcouiller, S.J.

How should someone look at the challenges of globalization from a Jesuit perspective?
How do we approach the economy from a Jesuit perspective?
As Christians what are we called to do?

Assembly 2 – Jim Keady

Assembly 3 – John Perkins

How can we make a stronger, healthier, more humane economy from the current economic situation?
The United State’s capitalistic model has generated unprecedented wealth and economic growth. What is “predatory capitalism?” Is this simply a fact of having a free-market?
What are his 5 strategic ways of encompassing change?
How can we be a part of positive change in our economy?