Editing Catholic Theocracy (section)

==Beliefs==
===[[File:Catheo.png]] Church-State Unity===
Catholic Theocracy believes that church and state are inseparable and that the Head of the Catholic Church (Pope) should also act as the Head of State.
===Papal Primacy, Supremacy and Infallibility===
'''Papal Primacy''' is a Roman Catholic doctrine. The doctrine asserts that the Pope has a unique and central role in matters of faith, morals, and governance. As such, the Pope's decisions and teachings are considered to be authoritative and binding for the entire Catholic Church.

'''Papal Supremacy'''  is a Roman Catholic doctrine. The doctrine emphasises the Pope's authority as the supreme earthly head of the Church. According to it, the Pope has ultimate and supreme jurisdiction over all matters related to the Church, including matters of faith, discipline, and governance. 

'''Papal Infallibility''' is a Roman Catholic doctrine. The doctrine defines the Pope's pronouncements on matters of faith and morals as being free from error and protected by the Holy Spirit from teaching falsehoods. For a papal pronouncement to be considered infallible, certain criteria must be met, including the Pope speaking ex cathedra (from the chair of Peter) and making a definitive and binding statement concerning faith or morals for the entire Church.
===[[File:CathSocial.png]] Catholic Social Teaching===
[[File:CatholicSocialTeachingFlag.png|thumb|220x220px|Flag of Catholic Social Teaching]]
'''Catholic Social Teaching''' (CST) is a body of Catholic doctrine that emphasises the inherent dignity of each person and calls for the common good within society. It addresses critical social issues such as oppression, wealth distribution, and the role of the [[File:Statist.png]] state, and critiques modern ideologies from both the [[File:Leftunity.png]] left and [[File:Rightunity-yellow.png]] right that conflict with these values. At its core is [[File:ChristDemHum.png]] '''Human Dignity''', the belief that every person is made in the image of God and thus holds intrinsic worth. This principle underlies CST's emphasis on [[File:SyndieSamChrist.png]] '''Dignity of Work''', advocating for labor practices that respect [[File:Synd.png]] workers' rights and contributions, seeing work as a means for individuals to grow and contribute to society.

CST also includes a [[File:ChristSocdem.png]] '''Preferential Option for the Poor''', prioritising care and justice for marginalised individuals, including the impoverished, disabled, elderly, and oppressed. This principle underscores the Church’s call to address social inequality, with a responsibility to protect and uplift those most in need. [[File:Solid.png]] '''Solidarity''' further strengthens this vision by encouraging unity and mutual support across all groups, recognising that every person’s well-being is interconnected.

[[File:Subsidiarity_.png]] '''Subsidiarity''' is another key principle, advocating that matters should be handled at the most local level possible, only involving larger organisations when necessary. This respects the autonomy of communities while promoting a balanced governance structure. Linked to this is '''Communitarianism''', which stresses the importance of social bonds and responsibilities, guiding societies to prioritise relationships and collective welfare over radical individualism.

[[File:Stewardship.png]] '''Stewardship''' calls for caring for God's creation, promoting sustainable practices and a responsible relationship with the environment. The principle of [[File:ChristCorp.png]] '''Christian Corporatism''' aligns with CST by endorsing social and economic policies that balance the interests of workers, employers, and the community, fostering cooperation over competition. Altogether, these principles of CST offer a comprehensive framework for building a just society that respects human dignity, promotes the common good, and cares for the most vulnerable.