Theological Final

Paschal Mystery

The Paschal Mystery is the suffering, death, resurrection, and ascension of Jesus Christ. It is the central belief of Christianity because it explains how Jesus saved humanity from sin and restored the relationship between God and people. “Paschal” relates to Passover, connecting Jesus’ sacrifice to salvation history.

Theological virtues

Theological virtues are gifts from God: faith, hope, charity (love). They help people connect directly with God.

Cardinal Virtures

Cardinal virtues are human virtues developed through practice: prudence, justice, fortitude, temperance. They guide moral behavior and decision-making.

Pentecost

Pentecost is the event when the Holy Spirit descended on the apostles 50 days after Jesus’ resurrection. It is known as the “birthday of the Church” because the apostles began preaching Christianity to all nations. The Holy Spirit gave them the ability to speak in different languages.

Beatitdues

Jesus preached the Beatitudes during the Sermon on the Mount in Galilee. The Beatitudes are teachings about how to live a blessed life in God’s kingdom.
Example 1: “Blessed are the poor in spirit” means those who are humble will receive God’s kingdom.
Example 2: “Blessed are the peacemakers” means those who create peace will be called children of God.

Two Great Commandments

• Love the Lord your God with all your heart, soul, and mind.

• Love your neighbor as yourself.
  These summarize Christian moral teaching and guide how believers should live.

• These summarize Chrstian Moral teaching and guide how to believe