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What is Incarnation?
When God became man through Jesus so he could share in the human race.
What are some names for Jesus?
Son of God
Son of the Most High
Son of Man
The Word of God
Emmanuel
What is the Annunciation?
The even when and angel visited Mary to tell her she would give birth to Jesus who will be the Son of God
What does Jesusâ name mean in hebrew?
âGod savesâ
Why is Jesus different from other humans?
He is a unique gift from God and his free grace
Whoâs account/Gospel tells of Maryâs role The Annunciation?
Luke
What happens in Lukeâs account of Annunciation?
-Gabriel tells Mary she will conceive Jesus as a virgin through the Holy Spirit
-Gabriel tells Mary that Jesus will fufil Godâs promise to the Jews
-Gabriel tells Mary that Jesus will be called âThe Son of the Most Highâ
What are some key quotes from Lukeâs account of the Annunciation?
-âYou will conceive and give birth to a son, and you are to call him Jesusâ
-âHe will be great and be called the Son of The Most Highâ
-âThe Holy Spirit will come on you and the power of the Most High will overshadow youâ
Whoâs account/Gospel tells us of Josephâs role in the Annunciation?
Matthew
What happens in Matthewâs account of the Annunciation?
-Joseph had planned to separate from Mary as she was pregnant before Marriage
-An angel appears to Joseph in a dream and tells him that the child is conceived through the Holy Spirit
-The angel confirms that Jesus will be the one to save humanity from their sins
-The angel calls Jesus Emmanuel meaning âGod is with usâ
What are some key quotes from Matthewâs account of the Annunciation?
-âwhat is conceived in her is from the Holy Spiritâ
-âyou are to give him the name Jesus because he will save people from their sinsâ
-âThe virgin will conceive and give birth to a son, and they will call him Emmanuelâ
Key quotes for Jesus and God being one being?
âConsubstantial with the Fatherâ- The Creed
âI am my father are oneâ- John 10:30
âIn the beginning was the word and the word was with God and the Word was Godâ- John 1:1
âAnd the Word became flesh and lived among us, and we have seen his glory, the glory of a fatherâs only son, full of grace and truthâ- John 1:14
What is Jesus? (Fully ___ and fully _____)
Fully God and fully human
Why did Jesus call himself the Son of Man and what is a quote that shows the role of the Son of Man?
To show that he is truly human
To refer to his future suffering
Title of a person who has been given authority by God
âThen he began to to teach them that the Son of Man must undergo great sufferingâ- Mark
Why is it important that Jesus is fully human?
Because if he wasnât then his pain and suffering would not have meant anything and the pain and suffering he felt on the cross would not have bothered him.
What is the Ichthus symbol and what does it mean?
-It is a fish symbol used by Christians as a declaration of their faith especially in early Christianity
-The words mean Jesus Christ, God's Son, Saviour
-Early Christians could quickly draw and erase this symbol to show they were Christians or to indicate when meetings were held
What is the Alpha and Omega symbol and what does it mean?
-Alpha if the first letter in the Greek alphabet and Omega is the last
-Indicates God and Jesus are involved in everything from beginning to end
-Shown in churches, vestments, Christian art and the Paschal candle
What is the Chi-Rho symbol and what does it mean?
-Monogram from the two letters of the Greek words for Christ
-Reminds of Jesusâ death
-Reminds Christians that Jesus was sent to save humanity through his death
-Many Christians wear it as an expression of their faith
Why do religions forbid art showing God and what are some arguments against art depicting God?
-The Ten Commandments âDo not worship false idolsâ
-Some may be found to be offensive
-God is not limited to human ability and is beyond comprehension
-People could interpret the image wrongly as human art cannot depict God completely
Why does the Church allow art of God?
It allows many of the mysteries of the faith to be explained in a more visual way, and can help individuals understand the key message of God and the scripture
What beliefs are expressed by the statue âThe Sacred Heartâ
-Jesus has expression of peace and love
-Flames from the heart represent Jesusâ burning love for all
-Hole through heart represents the spear Jesus was stabbed with
-Crown of Thorns surrounding the heart representing the crown he wore and the soldiers who mocked him
-Hand pointing to heart draws attention to it
-Holes in hands from when Jesus was nailed on the cross
What beliefs are expressed by Christ the Redeemer?
-Jesus arms open represents Jesusâ openness to others and welcoming people to the country and religion
-It shows the love Jesus has for humanity
What beliefs are expressed by the crucifix?
-It shows how humanity is redeemed
-Statue indicates the sacrifice Jesus made for us
-It shows Jesusâ love for us and how he wants us to spend eternity with God
What evidence is there of Jesus being with the father from the beginning?
John 1:1- âIn the beginning was the word and the word was with God and the word was Godâ
How were the prophets in the Old Testament inspired?
Through the Holy Spirit, visions and dreams.
How does humanity receive grace?
Through the Word
How can we see the qualities of God?
Through Jesus as he is fully human. We can see what the Father is like and we can get to know God through him
Why is Jesus the perfect human being?
He sets the example all people are called to follow. He is the one who is fully alive and open to God
What is heresy?
A belief that goes against the teachings of the Church
Give a quote from The Dei Verbum (A document issued by the Magisterium)
âHe sent his own son, the eternal Word, to enlighten all men and tell them of the innermost being of Godâ
Give a quote from The Verbum Domini (A document issued by the Magisterium)
âThe Son himself is the Word: the eternal word became small enough to fit in a mangerâ
What is the sacramental nature of reality?
Finding God in the physical world
How is the world sacramental in nature?
Jesusâ spirit is still active and it shares Godâs love with all believers
-Jesus helped to bring Godâs love and presence to the world which makes the world sacramental in nature
What is a sacrament?
An outward sign of Godâs inward grace
How do sacraments affect the believer?
The grace affects the believer by giving them the life of God
What do sacraments do for people?
They help to build the holiness of a person and strengthen their relationship with God
What are the Seven Sacraments?
Baptism, confirmation, eucharist, marriage, ordination/holy orders, reconciliation and anointing of the sick
What happens during baptism and what effect does it have?
-Water poured on personâs head to symbolise the washing away of sin
-The person becomes a child of God
What happens during confirmation and what effect does it have?
-Confirms someone as a member of the Church
-The forehead is anointed with Holy Oil
-Personâs faith is strengthened
-Power of the Holy Spirit comes into the personâs life
What happens during eucharist and what effect does it have?
-People receive the consecrated bread and wine. the body and blood of Christ
-Receives the life of Christ
-Helps them keep growing in Godâs love
What happens during Marriage and what effect does this have?
-A man and a women become one flesh
-Couple accept that God is active in their lives through their love
What happens during ordination/Holy Orders and what effect does it have?
-Person becomes a priest, bishop or deacon
-Laying hands and anointing of hands with Chrism oil shows the power of the Holy Spirit being passed on
-Commitment to God and the Church
-Given powers such as consecration and passing on forgiveness for God
What happens during reconciliation and what effect does it have?
-Confessing sins
-Personal relationship with God is restored
What happens during anointing of the sick and what effect does it have?
-Very ill person anointed
-Gives strength and forgiveness of sins
Why do Christians believe abortion is wrong?
-Sanctity of life- All life is Holy and belongs to God
-âDo not killâ Exodus
-âHumans are made in the image and likeness of Godâ- Genesis
-Humans should not interfere with Godâs plan
-Life belongs to God not humans
What do Catholics believe about when life begins and how does that influence their view on abortion?
The believe life begins at conception and this makes them believe that even preventing the birth of a baby is wrong because they had already been conceived
What are some key quotes that show Christian views on abortion?
âBefore I formed you in the womb I knew youâ-Jeremiah
âBut the very hairs of your head are all numbered. Do not fear therefore; you are of more value than many sparrows.â Matthew
What are the beatitudes?
The blessedness of those who have certain qualities or experiences which will let the experience heaven
Why are the beatitudes important?
Because laws in the old testament only said not do commit certain sins but Jesus also wants to change the attitude of people so they wonât want to do these sins.
Examples of the beatitudes?
Blessed are the poor in spirit: for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.
Blessed are the meek: for they shall possess the land.
Blessed are they who mourn: for they shall be comforted.
Blessed are they that hunger and thirst after justice: for they shall have their fill.
What is the parable of the sheep and goats about?
How those who follow Godâs commandments and show love to others will inherit heaven. The sheep are the ones who follow Godâs law and the goats are the ones who reject him and his law.
What did Jesus ask of us in the parable of the sheep and goats?
To give water to the thirsty, invite people into our homes, to help those who are ill, to visit him in prison, to give food to the hungry and clothe the naked.
Quotes for the parable of the sheep and goats?
âWhatever you do for the least of these, you do for meâ -Matthew
âDepart from me ye who are cursed, into the eternal fire prepared for the devil and his angelsâ- Matthew
What does the Son of God mean and what are some quotes?
God is fully human but also fully God
Jesus shares in Godâs power, making him divine
âAre you the messiah, son of the blessed one?â Mark
âYou will see the Son of Man seated at the right hand of the powerâ- Mark