FIA II FLASHCARDS

What is a sacrament?

An outward sign instituted by Christ to give grace.

Matter (in the context of sacraments)

The physical/sign element used in a sacrament.

Form (in the context of sacraments)

The spoken words/prayer used during the sacrament.

Define vocation.

A call from God to live a certain way of life that leads a person to holiness and service.

What does Lumen Gentium say about becoming a saint?

Every person is called to become a saint, no matter their state in life.

What are the 3 traditional vocations?

Marriage, Holy Orders, Consecrated/Religious Life.

What do all vocations have in common?

All vocations are meant to lead people to holiness, serve God and others, and build up the Church.

Define consecrated life.

A life specially dedicated to God through vows and service to the Church.

What are the 3 evangelical counsels?

Poverty, Chastity, Obedience.

What is the marital act?

The physical expression of love between husband and wife through sexual union.

What are the two natural ends (purposes) of the marital act?

Unity of the spouses; Procreation (openness to children).

What is contraception?

Any action or device meant to prevent pregnancy during sexual intercourse.

Why is contraception sinful according to Church teaching?

It intentionally blocks the procreative purpose of the marital act.

What is in vitro fertilization (IVF)?

A process where eggs are fertilized outside the body in a laboratory and later implanted.

Define euthanasia.

The intentional ending of a sick or suffering person’s life to eliminate suffering.

How does abortion violate human dignity?

It destroys innocent human life made in God’s image.

Define migration.

The movement of people from one place or country to another.

What are the 3 goods of marriage?

Unity/Fidelity, Openness to children, Permanence.

Why should Catholics have funerals?

To pray for the dead, honor the body, comfort the living, and proclaim hope in the Resurrection.