morality vocab

Beatitude

Attitude that guides us to follow Jesus more closely in order to achieve happiness

Incarnate

To put on flesh

Kingdom (Reign) of God

God's love a reign of peace and justice breaking into our world.

Metanoia

Greek term for repentance a turning away from sin with the intention of living a Christian life

Agape

Greek word for love/ selfless love

Justification

The Holy Spirit's grace that cleanses us from our sins

Grace

A free and unearned favor from God infused into our souls from baptism

Charism(s)

Special Gifts the Holy Spirit gives to individual Christians to build up the church.

Merit

What is owed to us

Holiness

Separation from sin

Discipleship

The mandate of all baptized Christians to follow Jesus and participate in his role

Contemplative Orders

Religious orders that put a focus on living a life centered on the celebration of prayer

Apostolic Orders

Religious orders that stress apostolic works like caring for the downtrodden and sick

Secular Institutes

Men and women who dedicate their lives to strive for holiness and happiness.