NDNU Summer Reading 2016
Martyr of the Amazon:
The Life of Sr. Dorothy Stang
Reflection Questions:
Please read Martyr of the Amazon and write at least a half page response for each of the
three questions below. Your responses will form the basis of informed discussions and a
writing workshop in your Freshman Seminar class; please be sure to bring them with you,
along with the book itself, on the first day of class. Use 12 point Times New Roman
font, single spaced.
#1 According to Hallmark Two of a Notre Dame de Namur Learning Community, “We
honor the dignity and sacredness of each person.” How do Sr. Dorothy’s words and
actions suggest she lived by this simple principle? Provide and analyze two examples
that stand out.
#2 Some may argue that in her ministering to the people of the Amazon Sr. Dorothy
strayed too far from the spiritual needs of the people and got too involved in the earthly
politics of the region. Do you agree? Why or why not? Please explain your answer.
Should a clergy person be involved in social transformation to such a degree that it
involves taking sides in legal and political issues? Why or why not? Please explain your
answer.
#3 Students often tell us that their goal in life is to be happy. What do you think is
necessary to live a happy life? Did Dorothy live a happy life? What is your evidence?
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