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Who was St. Monica married to?

Patricius, a pagan.

What violent characteristic did Patricius have?

He had a violent temper.

How many children did St. Monica have who lived to infancy?

Three children.

Who was the oldest child of St. Monica?

Augustine.

What vision did St. Monica have regarding Augustine?

That Augustine would return to the faith.

Which saint was Monica’s spiritual director?

Saint Ambrose.

What heresy did Augustine accept?

The Manichean heresy.

What was Augustine’s profession in Carthage?

A rhetoric student.

Which city did Augustine decide to go to teach rhetoric?

Rome.

Where did Augustine ultimately go instead of Rome?

Milan.

What is the key theme of Ephesians 4:17-24?

A new life in Christ.

What characterized life before Christ according to the notes?

Ignorance, darkness, and alienation from God.

What does the old way of life lead to?

Futility, darkened understanding, and alienation from God's love.

What does spiritual blindness prevent people from seeing?

God’s plan and purpose.

What does alienation from the Life of God mean?

Separation from God and His life-giving presence.