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belonging
-a feeling of closeness -to fit into a group -to feel part of something -a connection to others who have similar goals, vision, -responsibilities, characteristics
acceptance
-allowing others to be who they are while also extending a sense of belonging -receiving others for their beliefs, ideas, goals even when they differ from yours -a welcoming without any
community
-a feeling of fellowship with others who have developed common attitudes, interests, and goals
fellowship
-friendly association, especially with people that share one's interests
apostle
-each represented one of the twelve tribes -leaders -an important early teacher of Jesus Christ
apostolic
-a characteristic, or mark, of the Church -the idea that Jesus found the Church on the Apostles, and the Church is faithful to the teachings of Jesus Christ passed on by the Apostles
Magisterium
-the teaching office of the Church -formed by the pope and the bishops -guided by the Holy Spirit -role is to authentically and accurately interpret the Word of God - Scripture and Tradition
Trinitarian
-means "reflecting the unity of the Blessed Trinity" -Trinity - Father, Son, Holy Spirit -the Church is TRINITARIAN because it unites the People of God, the Body of Christ, and the Temple of the Holy Spirit
Who are the Gentiles?
people who are not Jewish; Cornelius was considered by Christians as the first to convert to the faith
Who are the Jews?
Israelites; did not mix with Gentiles
What does the term "Salvation" mean?
-the saving from sin and its consequences; brought by a faith in Christ -Peter and Apostles taught that Jesus Christ had died to redeem sins so that all who believe in him might be saved.
What do the types of groups to which we belong tell other people about us?
who are friends what interests we have what we have in common with others
What aspects of the early Church life helped the Church grow?
-faithfulness to the teachings of Christ and the Apostles -communal prayer -sharing possessions -celebration of the Eucharist
Peter was guided by the Holy Spirit. Through this guidance, what was his message?
-Peter taught that Jesus' message of Salvation was for ALL people -The fact that Cornelius (non-Jew) became a Christian indicates God's favor was not exclusively for the Israelites. -We are ALL called to bear witness that God's love is for EVERYONE.
What are three things the early Church did to show they understood the message of Jesus and his Apostles?
-communal prayer -shared meals -shared housing/settlement areas -shared stories of Jesus' life
Why are keys the symbol of the Pope?
-Jesus gave Peter symbolic keys to the Kingdom of Heaven -Peter was the first pope -as successors of Saint Peter the Apostle, popes continue to use this symbol to signify their authority
How has the altar table evolved?
-Old Testament→first altars were piles of stones -first Christian altars→the tables at which people ate their meals
What influences in today's culture can cause people to question their faith and the teachings of the pope?
-the media -the economy -disease and health crisis -peer pressure -the internet
Who continues the mission of the Apostles?
popes and bishops
What did Peter do after Jesus' death?
Jesus asked Peter to be the rock on which his Church was built
List three important facts of the Apostle's Creed.
true summary of the Apostles faith
ancient creed that has been taught for 2000+ years
when prayed, it unites us with God the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit
Apostles
-12 spostles -apostle means one who is sent -leaders of the Church 12 apostles because of the 12 tribes of Israel from the Old Testament -could appoint others, but only 12 at all times -carry on mission of Jesus
Disciples
-infinite amount of disciples -a disciple is a student -followers of Jesus -students of faith
Why did Jesus appoint Twelve Apostles?
To represent the 12 tribes of Israel
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