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Beatitudes
our vocation as Christians, the goal of our existence given by Jesus. It is true blessedness or happiness which we experience partially here on earth and perfectly in heaven
Conversion
to change
Covenant
solemn agreement between human beings or between God and a human being in which mutual commitments are made
Death
consequence of sin
Faith
confidence or trust
Free will
gift from God that allows human beings to choose from among various actions, for which we are held accountable. It is the basis for moral responsibility.
Intellect
divine gift that gives us the ability to see and understand the order of things that God places within creation and to know and understand God through the created order
Justification
process by which God frees us from sin and sanctifies us
Laws
obligatory rules set by the government or community.
Merit
God’s reward to those who love him and follow Christ’s Law of Love. we don’t earn it on our own
Original holiness
original state of human beings in their relationship with God, sharing in the divine life in full communion with Him
Original justice
state of complete harmony of our first parents with themselves, with each other, and with all of creation
Original sin
“beginning”; sin of the first humans, fallen state of human nature
Sanctification
to make holy; process of becoming closer to God
What are you responsible for?
Your use of free will
What is moral law?
Personal conscience, not religious specific, rational
What is eternal law?
Root of all law, never changes
How do you develop your conscience?
Observing others, reading, conversation, growing intellectually
What is an example of a social sin?
Racism, marijuana, pre marital sex, vaping
What are the three aspects to consider in regards to sin?
Object, intention, circumstance
What are three aspects that must be present for a sin to mortal?
Serious sin, full knowledge, full consent
What makes up the canon law?
Laws of the Church made by the Magisterium
Are people more likely to commit venial or mortal sins?
venial
Who are we expected to be in loving community with?
everyone
What’s the most prevalent sin in our society?
idolatry
What are the 7 deadly sins?
Pride, envy, anger, sloth, avarice, gluttony and lust
What is the difference between a sin of omission and a sin of commission?
Omission is a failure to perform an obligatory act and commission is the performance of the forbidden act
Who committed the first human sin?
Adam and Eve
What lessens our blame when we sin?
Intention, circumstances, fear, social pressures
What is central to the Christian faith?
Trinity/relationships
What does katharsis mean?
Purification, removal of sin and focus on God
What is theoria?
illumination, experience what it means to be fully human
What’s also known as divine law?
Eternal law which means it never changes
What’s the root of all law?
Eternal law
What should civil laws reflect?
Natural law
What perfects the Old Law?
New Law
What does the Magisterium do?
Teaching office of the Church; implement and explain the canon of laws
What is an example of internal freedom?
Bipolar
What is an example of external freedom?
All girls school
What does anomia mean?
lawlessness