Jesus and His Church Lap 1

Define the 3 Characteristics to determine the “Church of Christ”

The Church’s Papal line connected to Jesus, Jesus is connected to the Church through the Eucharist, Jesus promised to be present with the church for all eternity 

What does Catholic mean

Universal

2 dimensions of the Church

Human and Divine

3 reasons to choose Catholic Church

Community, the Papal line, and unity in congregations universally

Why did Vatican II happen

To find new ways to present the Gospel to the world during changing times

Why the constitutions of Vatican II were unique

They are Dogmas created by Popes and Bishops

Sacrosanctum Concilium

Liturgy is the pinnacle of the Church’s activity and permitted the use of the vernacular language of the people (no more Latin Mass)

Lumen Gentium

Special attention to the image of the Church as the People of God, and all members have a responsibility for carrying out the Church’s Mission 

Dei Verbum

Reinforces the relationship between Sacred Scripture and Sacred Tradition 

Gaudium et Spes

members are called to shape the world in the light of the Gospel, every member of the Church is called to bear witness to Christ and help transform the world 

What St. Augustine read

St. Peter’s letters (Romans)

Ekklesia means

People called together (Jews)

Apostate means

Baptized Christians who renounce the faith

3 ways the Catholic Church is the new chosen people

Still follow the ten commandments, Reject false teachings and recognize the Old Testament as part of the Sacred Scripture, Emphasize revelation as God’s disclosure of himself

How non-Catholics are connected to the church

They recognize the one God and see the beginning of God’s covenant in the call of Abraham

What Jesus taught about Mosaic Law

Taught a new understanding of the Gospels, taught that the love of God and neighbor must guide all the laws, Jesus gave authority to the Apostles to interpret Mosaic Law

The connection of the Crucifix to Catholicism

Without Jesus’ sacrifice, there would be no salvation (Crucifix is symbol of the Church- no resurrection without death)

4 things Jesus revealed about God

Jesus and the Father are one, Jesus has returned to the Father, Jesus came from the Father, All are invited to share in God’s love through participation in the Church 

What happened at Pentecost

The Holy Spirit came down from heaven on the Apostles

Define the “Great Commission”

Jesus told the Apostles to go make disciples of all nations, preach his gospel

Know the 4 Marks of the Church

One, holy,, catholic, and apostolic

Define 3 apostolic natures of the Church

Unity, Apostolic Authority, Petrine Primacy

What’s the difference between preaching and teaching

Preaching is presenting a new lesson while teaching is reinforcing the preaching 

What happened at the Council of Jerusalem

Decided that Gentiles do not need to follow Mosaic Law

Magisterium meaning

Pope and Bishops who interpret the Scriptures and religious teachings

Why is there no salvation outside of the Church

The Church is the Body of Christ and all are called to be a part of the Church; if you reject the Church you reject salvation

Relativism meaning

A belief that knowledge, truth, and morality only exist concerning culture, society, or individuals and are not objective or absolute therefore removing God

Why the 7 Sacraments are different from everyday signs of God’s presence

Jesus instituted them during his time on Earth 

Short answer: What challenges from Vatican II would arise? 

Rebellion, loss of congregation

Short answer: What is meant by a covenant? 

A promise between God and people; extremely solemn

Short answer: How important is knowing that Jesus was a historical person to your faith in him? 

Personal testimony (lol)

Short answer: What 2 gifts of the Holy Spirit do you see in yourself? Why?

7 Gifts of HS: Piety, Counsel, Fortitude, Knowledge, Understanding, Fear of the Lord, Wisdom

Choose wisely.

Give an example of how God has recently been at work in your life. 

Personal Testimony