Understanding the Hierarchical Structure of the Church

Apostolate

Missionary work or service of the Church.

Holy Eucharist

Sacrament of receiving Christ's body and blood.

Unity in Diversity

Different talents contribute to the Church's well-being.

Hope and Love

Foundational principles for interfaith dialogue.

Fullness of Christ

Presence of Christ in the Catholic Church.

Council of Chalcedon

451 AD reaffirming Jesus' dual natures.

Sacro sanctum Concilium

Vatican II document on liturgy.

Faith without Works

Concept emphasizing action alongside belief.

Anointing with Chrism

Symbolizes being consecrated and set apart.

Effects of Baptism

Incorporation into the Church and removal of sin.

Cardinal

Bishop appointed by the Pope for important duties.

Sacraments

Rituals administered by clergy for spiritual grace.

High Priest

Mediator of worship and sacrifices to God.

Old Testament Worship

Involves offering sacrifices for thanksgiving and forgiveness.

Community

The Church as a collective body of believers.

Pastoral Letters

Letters from bishops guiding their congregations.

Seven Sacraments

Sacraments administered by bishops, priests, and deacons.

Baptism

Sacrament of initiation into the Christian faith.

Matrimony

Sacrament of marriage within the Church.

Three-fold Ministry

Sanctifying, Teaching, and Ruling missions of the Church.

Ruling Mission

Leading and serving God's people (kingly).

Anointing of Kings

Kings are anointed by God through prophets.

Hierarchy in the Church

Division of responsibilities for effective service.

Priestly Function

Preside worship and offer sacrifices for sins.

Pilgrim Church

Journeying towards God's kingdom with love.

Lumen Gentium

Vatican II document outlining Church's identity.

Equality in Dignity

All baptized Christians share equal dignity before God.

Missionary Vocation

Philippine Church's role in spreading Gospel in Asia.

Laity Participation

Active involvement of laypeople in Church's mission.

Catechesis

Religious education centered on Christ and the Word.

Faith and Practice

Alignment of beliefs with actions in daily life.

Holy Trinity

Father, Son, and Holy Spirit as one God.

Mission of the Church

To continue God's work of salvation on Earth.

The Church as One

Unity among believers as intended by God.

The Church as Holy

Encouragement for members to live holy lives.

The Church as Catholic

Universal salvation offered to all people.

Role of the Holy Spirit

Brings communion among believers in the Church.

Dogma

Established doctrine that cannot be questioned.

Heresy

Belief opposing official Church doctrine.

Apostolic Foundation

Church built upon teachings of the Apostles.

Council of Jerusalem

First council addressing Gentile Christian practices.

Circumcision

Jewish covenant sign; debated for Gentiles.

Apostles

Early Church leaders facilitating councils.

Arian heresy

Belief Jesus is not divine.

Trinity

Father, Son, and Holy Spirit as one.

Council of Ephesus

431 AD council addressing Nestorius' teachings.

Christokos

Term meaning 'bearer of Christ.'

Septuagint

Ancient Greek Old Testament translation.

Evangelization

Preaching and baptizing unbaptized individuals.

Sacraments of Initiation

Baptism, Confirmation, and Holy Eucharist.

Communication with God

Expressing faith through verbal and non-verbal means.

Sacraments of Vocation

Sacraments guiding service and commitment.

Mass

Central act of Catholic worship and community.

Ritual Significance

Importance of ceremonies in expressing faith.

Lighting of Candle

Represents Jesus as the light of the world.

Godparents

Support the child's Catholic upbringing.

Rite of Confirmation

Includes renewal of baptismal promises and anointing.

Council of Constantinople I

Holy Spirit's essence equal to the Father.

Christian Community

The body of believers in Christ.

Baptismal Promise

Commitment to live as a Christian.

Hierarchy

Arrangement of ranks within the Church.

Catholic Church

Well-organized institution founded by Jesus.

Peter

First leader of the Apostles, established by Jesus.

Pope

Leader of all bishops in the Catholic Church.

Archbishop

Bishop of highest rank overseeing other bishops.

Bishop

Leader in a province with full sacramental authority.

Priest

Extension of the bishop, leading in local parishes.

Deacon

Ordained minister assisting bishops and priests.

Laity

Active church members not ordained as clergy.

Pastor

Term for a bishop in the Catholic Church.

Three-Fold Ministry

Jesus as Prophet, King, and High Priest.

Prophet

Speaker of God's message to the people.

King

Servant leader exemplifying love and service.

Lamb of God

Title for Jesus, symbolizing His sacrificial role.

Mediator

One who intercedes between God and humanity.

Holy Orders

Sacrament conferring authority to bishops and priests.

Penance

Sacrament of confession and forgiveness of sins.

Anointing of the Sick

Sacrament providing healing and comfort to the ill.

Sanctifying Mission

Cleansing and making people holy (priestly).

Teaching Mission

Preaching God's words to the people (prophetic).

Jesus as Prophet

Jesus embodies God's revelation to humanity.

God's Will

Salvation and total well-being of His people.

Jesus as the Word

Jesus is the embodiment of God's message.

Prophet's Role

Speak God's words; not primarily predict the future.

Kings in the Old Testament

Leaders serving God's covenant with His people.

Jesus' Royal Office

Serves and leads to establish God's kingdom.

Triumphal Entry

Crowd acknowledges Jesus as King in Jerusalem.

Sign of the Kingdom

Church radiates love, justice, peace, and holiness.

Participatory Community

Everyone has a role in the Church.

Church as Servant

Exist to serve, exemplified by Jesus' actions.

Common Priesthood

All baptized share in Christ's triple mission.

Prophetic Ministry

Celebrating God's Word during the Holy Mass.

Witnessing

Living out faith and Christian values.

Servant Leadership

Hierarchy leads through service and Gospel values.

Vatican II

Reaffirms teachings of Jesus for the Church.

Church as People of God

Sign of union with God and humanity.

Second Plenary Council of the Philippines

Convened in 1991 to renew Church practices.

Early Church

Apostles' first-hand experience of Jesus.

One Body

The Church as a unified entity with diverse roles.

Servant Leaders

Priests and hierarchy serve the community, not dominate.