Theology Final 9th

Justice

Giving others what is due to them.

Temperance

Moderation of desires.

Fortitude

Courage to do the right thing despite challenges.

Prudence

Wise decision-making.

Church

The Body of Christ, the people of God.

Infallibility

The Pope speaks without error on faith/morals in certain conditions.

Mystery

A reality filled with God’s presence.

Hierarchy

Pope → Cardinals → Bishops → Priests → Deacons → Religious → Laity.

Apostle

One who is sent; refers to the 12 Apostles chosen by Jesus.

Catholic

Universal; the Church is open to all.

Sin

A failure to love God and others.

Love

Willing the good of the other.

Virtue

A habitual disposition to do the good.

Conscience

The inner voice guiding moral decisions.

Grace

God’s life and love within us.

What are the Four Marks of the Church?

One, Holy, Catholic, Apostolic.

What does 'Ex Cathedra' refer to?

Official declarations made by the Pope from the chair.

What are the three types of Sacraments?

Initiation, Healing, Service.

What is Natural Moral Law?

God’s law written on our hearts.

What is the root of all sins according to the lecture?

Cupiditas (selfish desire) and Superbia (pride).

What type of ethics does Deontology represent?

Duty-based ethics.

What is the Immaculate Conception?

Mary conceived without sin.

What is Ecumenism?

The effort to seek Christian unity, rooted in shared Baptism.

What is a venial sin?

A sin that damages but doesn’t cut off the relationship with God.

What is a mortal sin?

A serious sin committed with full knowledge and full consent.