Holy Spirit and Blessed Virgin Mary Study Guide

Pentecost

The holy spirit came upon disciples, filled with the spirit, gave them courage, speaking in tongues.

Role of the Holy Spirit in Scripture

Moved from Christ to people.

Role of the Holy Spirit in our own lives

Helps with prayer, safeguards church from error, guides, protects, and helps overcome sin.

Gifts

Supernatural habits that are infused into the soul at baptism.

Fruits

Results from the Holy Spirit living in us over time.

Charisms

Special gifts that build up the Church, the Body of Christ, given for the benefit of the Church community, not for the individual.

Hypostatic Union

The union of Christ's divine and human natures in one person.

Fire

The transforming power of the Holy Spirit's actions, as seen in God to Moses in the burning bush.

Dove

Symbol of the grace of the Holy Spirit's movement, as seen in Jesus' Baptism.

Anointing

Laying on of hands, as seen in confirmation.

Water

Symbol of cleansing new birth, as seen in baptism.

Cloud & Light

Appeared as a pillar of cloud and light at night to guide the Israelites.

Wisdom

To see as God sees with a more divine understanding.

Understanding

To grasp faith more deeply.

Counsel

To make good faith-based decisions.

Fortitude

To have courage to do what is right- always.

Knowledge

To know God's will.

Piety

To love and worship God- divine sonship.

Fear of the Lord

To respect God's power and love- not fear, but respect.

Love

Selfless care for others, putting their needs before your own.

Joy

Deep happiness rooted in God, not just in good circumstances.

Peace

Inner calm and trust in God, even during difficulties.

Patience

Ability to endure hardship or delay without frustration- to remain calm.

Kindness

Being considerate and compassionate to others no matter what.

Goodness

Living a life of virtue and moral integrity.

Faithfulness

Never doubting God but always following His divine will.

Gentleness

Acting with humility, softness, and respect for each individual.

Self-control

Mastering one's emotions and desires, especially in temptation.

Mary's bloodline

Line of David, tribe of Judah; parents - Ann, Joachim.

Protoevangelium

Mary as the 'new Eve' who will defeat Satan through her son, Jesus.

Immaculate Conception

Doctrine teaching that Mary was conceived without sin.

Mary as the New Eve

Her obedience to God's plan for salvation is seen as a counterpoint to Eve's disobedience in the Garden of Eden.

Wedding Feast at Cana

Mary noticed the wine was running out and interceded with Jesus, initiating his first miracle.

Mary's Fiat

Her 'yes' to the angel Gabriel at the Annunciation.

Mary as Co-Redemptrix

Her unique role in the redemption of humanity, cooperating with Jesus in the saving work.

Mary as Ever Virgin

She was a virgin before, during, and after Christ's birth.

Marian Apparitions

Lourdes and Fatima are significant apparitions to be familiar with.

Dogmas of Mary

Immaculate Conception, Mother of God, Perpetual Virginity, Spouse of Joseph, Divine Maternity, Intercessor & Mediator, Glorious Assumption, Mother of the Church.