525. How is one to use the means of social communication?

The information provided by the media must be at the service of the common good. Its content must be true and - within the limits of justice and charity - also complete. Furthermore, information must be communicated honestly and properly with scrupulous respect for moral laws and the legitimate rights and dignity of the person.

Further reading: CCC 2493-2499, 2512


526. What relationship exists between truth, beauty and sacred art?

The truth is beautiful, carrying in itself the splendor of spiritual beauty. In addition to the expression of the truth in words there are other complementary expressions of the truth, most specifically in the beauty of artistic works. These are the fruit both of talents given by God and of human effort. Sacred art by being true and beautiful should evoke and glorify the mystery of God made visible in Christ, and lead to the adoration and love of God, the Creator and Savior, who is the surpassing, invisible Beauty of Truth and Love.

Further reading: CCC 2500-2503, 2513