Christian Practices and Beliefs

These flashcards cover key vocabulary terms, definitions, and concepts related to Christian practices and beliefs.

Liturgical Worship

A structured form of worship following a set pattern, often including set prayers and readings.

Non-Liturgical Worship

A more spontaneous form of worship that does not follow a fixed pattern, often seen in some denominations such as Methodism and Pentecostalism.

Private Worship

Individual time spent alone with God, often involving prayer, bible reading, and meditation.

Sacrament

An outward sign of inward grace, important in Christian practices.

Baptism

The sacrament of initiation into the Christian Church, symbolizing the washing away of sin.

Eucharist

Also known as Holy Communion, it celebrates the death and resurrection of Jesus through bread and wine.

Transubstantiation

The Catholic belief that during the Eucharist, the bread and wine become the actual body and blood of Christ.

Infant Baptism

A sacrament where babies are baptized, believed to remove original sin.

Believers’ Baptism

A baptism for individuals old enough to understand the significance, typically performed by immersion.

Pilgrimage

A religious journey to a sacred place as an act of worship and devotion.

Christmas

A Christian celebration marking the incarnation and birth of Jesus on December 25.

Easter

A Christian holiday commemorating the crucifixion and resurrection of Jesus.

Mission

The Christian duty to spread the gospel and evangelize.

Evangelism

The act of preaching the gospel to convert others to the Christian faith.

Charismatic Worship

An informal style of worship often involving clapping, dancing, and music.

Food Banks

Community services that provide food assistance to those in need, often supported by local churches.

Reconciliation

The process of rebuilding relationships and making amends after disagreement.