Dogmas and Models of Faith, Prayer, and Ecumenism

Practice flashcards covering key concepts on faith, prayer, and ecumenism derived from the lecture notes.

Faith

Complete trust or confidence in someone or something; a strong belief in the doctrines of a religion, based on spiritual conviction rather than proof.

Total and Absolute Faith

Faith that calls for a total and absolute adherence, exemplified by Christ's passion, death, and resurrection.

Trinitarian Faith

Faith that adheres to the triune God revealed through Jesus Christ, encompassing a relationship with Christ, the Father, and the Holy Spirit.

Loving, Maturing, and Missionary Faith

A faith that is life-giving and mature only through love, inseparable from love of God and neighbor, and expressed through a missionary spirit.

Informed and Communitarian Faith

Faith that is informed by Jesus' teachings, transmitted through the Church's scripture and traditions, fostering a community of believers.

Inculturated Faith

A form of faith that integrates cultural practices, particularly in relation to familial and social relationships in a Filipino context.

Three Essential Dimensions of Faith

Believing, Doing, and Entrusting/Worshiping; key aspects that define a Christian's lived faith.

Ecumenism

The beliefs, principles, or practices aimed at achieving worldwide unity and cooperation among all Christian churches.

Purpose of Ecumenism

To promote unity among Christians, prevent division, and address the historical conflicts and testimonies among different religious groups.

Forms of Christian Prayer

Includes blessing, adoration, petition, intercession, thanksgiving, and praise, each serving to connect believers with God.

Expressions of Prayer

Includes vocal, meditative, and contemplative prayer, allowing for personal connection to God through various means.

Collaboration in Education for Ecumenism

Joint educational efforts between different Christian denominations, encouraging shared resources and learning.

Joint Working Group

An exploratory body that facilitates cooperation between various Christian denominations without decision-making power.

Council of Churches

Organizations formed to ensure cooperation among different Christian communities, dating back to the early 20th century.