Y10 SEM1: RE EXAM

scripture reference for priest

“give his life as a ransom for many” (Matthew)

scripture reference for prophet

“my servant will justify many by taking their guilt on himself” (Isaiah)

scripture reference for king

“came not to be served but to serve” (Matthew)

why is Lent a special time for Christians?

Lent is a special time set aside for Christians to reflect on their lives and their relationship with Christ and his mission on earth.

what is the Christian vocation?

• to put others first as Jesus did as priest

• to speak on behalf of the poor and powerless as Jesus did as prophet

• to exercise stewardship over creation as Jesus did as king

what are the three vows taken by people called to religious life?

• poverty

• chastity

• obedience

what is poverty (religious vow)?

Owning nothing personally in imitation of Christ and depending on the Church for support.

what is chastity (religious vow)?

The ability to harmonise s**ual thoughts and desires, seeing others as God does.

what is obedience (religious vow)?

Imitating Christ by obeying God and placing one's talents and life at the service of the Church.

what are examples of apostolates?

• caring for the sick

• serving the poor

• praying for humanity

why did God promise the people of Israel a Messiah?

Because humanity's relationship with God was damaged by sin. The Messiah would restore that relationship and bring salvation.

what were the commandments and laws that God gave the people of Israel?

• Ten Commandments and the Old Law.

• These laws guided people to live in holy and moral ways.

how do the Ten Commandments identify responsibilities towards God and others?

• The first three commandments teach responsibilities towards God.

  • faithfulness, respect, and worship of God

• The remaining commandments teach responsibilities towards others.

  • respect for family, life, marriage

how do the Ten Commandments summarise God’s rule for human conduct?

• moral behaviour.

• freedom and long-term happiness.

what is the New Law?

The New Law empowered his followers to live as God called.

how did the New Law empower people to live as God called?  

As they drew on the guidance and power of the Holy Spirit, they found it easier to keep God’s commandments and laws.

what are the four elements of the New Law?  

1. sharing the Holy Spirit with all believers

2. charity

3. the Sermon on the Mount

4. the 2 great commandments of Jesus

the Holy Spirit (element of the New Law)

Shared with all believers to change the human heart from within and provide the internal guidance to love as Jesus did.

“…begin living a new life.” (Romans)

charity (element of the New Law)

The power of divine love received through Baptism and nourished by the Eucharist that frees the heart to love God above all things.

“the love of God has been poured into our hearts…” (Romans)

the Beatitudes (element of the New Law)

The eight (8) Beatitudes identify the attitudes of Jesus, making them more alert of the Holy Spirit’s guidance.

what is the First Beatitude?

“Blessed are the poor in Spirit. The kingdom of heaven is theirs.” (Matthew 5:3)

explain the First Beatitude

People accept their dependence on God for all their needs, empowering them to realise they are not perfect and repent.

the two great commandments (element of the New Law)

Revealed to change people’s hearts so they are empowered to live the Ten Commandments in imitation of Jesus.

“You must love your neighbour as yourself.“ (Matthew)

how does Jesus call people to experience happiness and true freedom?  

God calls people to grow their spiritual strength by living Jesus’ laws, his two great commandments and the Beatitudes.

what is freedom?

the ability to overcome internal and external pressures in order to make responsible moral choices

what are moral principles?

• help people work out right and wrong

• includes natural law & 10 commandments

e.g. behaving in loving ways, being merciful, relating to God

what is natural law?

laws that apply to all people because they are part of human nature and accessed by reason

instincts (basic goods) + reason (thinking abilities) = natural law (derived from moral principles)

how can people make responsible moral choices?

• having sufficient relevant knowledge & sufficient personal freedom

• avoiding internal/external pressures (emotions / peer pressure)

• freely choosing actions that → long term happiness

how can people know if their choices are morally good? 

• using moral principles to judge right/wrong

• follow natural law, using reason

• following God’s commandments → behaving in God-like ways

how did God begin to restore human freedom? 

• through covenants, creating a deep relationship with humanity

• guiding Israelites from slavery in Egypt to freedom with Him

• rebuilding humanity’s relationship through grace/guidance

how is the human desire for freedom experienced?

• wanting independence and the ability to make personal choices

• feeling frustrated when internal or external pressures limit freedom → asking questions to escape these pressures

what does it mean to take responsibility for one’s actions?

• being accountable for the consequences of choices and actions

• thinking carefully about how decisions affect yourself and others

what is required for a teenager to make responsible decisions?  

by asking:

• do i have sufficient relevant knowledge?

(weighing the pros and cons)

• do i have sufficient personal freedom?

(unaffected by pressures)

why are responsible choices also moral choices?   

• responsible choices aim for what is morally good and lead to long-term happiness

• immoral choices often focus on short-term pleasure and can cause harm later

why do people find it difficult to make responsible decisions?  

• they may lack understanding, rush decisions, or be pressured

• bad habits can weaken responsible thinking

why do people enter into situations that weaken their ability to make responsible decisions?  

• using drugs or alcohol can impair judgement and self-control

• negative people, strong emotions, or risky situations

why do people need to learn moral principles?  

• moral principles teach people how to judge right and wrong

• they help people apply what is morally good to everyday decisions

how does natural law express the moral principles God gave to people?   

• natural law is discovered through human reason

• reflects the moral principles God placed in human nature

why did God reveal the Ten Commandments and the two great commandments?  

• to make moral principles clearer because people can become confused about right/ wrong

• they guide people to live in ways that lead to true happiness

how did the parents of the human race abuse their God given freedom? 

• they deliberately disobeyed God and destroyed their original relationship with Him

• their rebellion damaged human freedom and harmony

what were the consequences of Adam and Eve disobeying God?  

• humanity experienced temptation, selfishness, suffering

• conflict between right and wrong

how do people experience God’s call through creation?  

• the beauty and power of creation help people become aware of God’s presence

• people respond by acknowledging God and communicating with Him

how did God initiate the Sinai Covenant?  

• God called Moses to lead the Israelites out of slavery and into freedom at Mt Sinai

• God made a covenant with the Israelites so they could relate more closely with Him

how did the Sinai Covenant encourage people to relate more closely with God?  

• the covenant taught the Israelites to obey God, trust Him, and worship Him personally

• they learned that God guides, frees, and provides for His people

how did God call humanity through the Israelites?  

• God formed the Israelites into His people and revealed Himself through the covenant

• people learned that God communicates personally, keeps promises

Vocation

The life calling of every human being, including work, personal growth, and possibly marriage.

Creation

The universe and the various forms of life were created by God.

Work (Christian)

Something that everyone has been created to do, participating in God's creative activity.

Recreation

Renewing one's personal energy, preventing stress and tension.

Discernment

The ability to recognise or understand something more deeply, often leading to a decision.

Eucharist

A sacred celebration where the bread and wine become the body and blood of Christ.

Spiritual sacrifice

Offerings that a follower of Jesus gives to the Lord, like prayers or one’s body.

Priest

Ordained ministers who serve the needs of God’s people.

Prophet

A biblical person called by God to speak on God's behalf.

Salvation

God's saving action on behalf of the human race that helps people overcome original sin.

Subdue

Means developing the goodness in creation, rather than exploiting its resources.

Apostolic succession

The process of how the spiritual gifts that Apostles received from Jesus, was passed down to the Bishops.

Jesus → Apostles → Bishops

Procreation

Parents cooperate in God's creation of their children.

Marriage

A loving and life-giving relationship between one man and one woman.

Sacrament

A visible sign of the invisible presence and action of God.

Apostolate

The work accomplished by ordained, religious people.

Celibate

An unmarried state based on sexual self-denial, to respond to the needs of people who need your love.

Deacon

A group who helps priests with their responsibilities of the Church.

Holy Orders

The sacrament through which God’s mission is continued in the Church.

Explain where each person’s vocation comes from

it comes from being created in the 'image' of God, meaning everyone is called to reflect God's image by contributing to creation

Identify three ways people can participate in God's creative activity

people participate by:

• sustaining the earth (like caring for pets)

• acting with justice and mercy

• contributing to family needs

explain how ‘rest’ contributes to God’s creative activity

• allows people to renew energy and prevent stress

• helps them avoid becoming so consumed by work

explain why 'work' is important in fulfilling a vocation.

provides a sense of self-worth and a means to contribute to the needs of society

why do some people fail to recognise their vocation?

• self-centredness

• low self-esteem

• focusing too much on status and income

what is spiritual discernment?

a person in faith and love tries to discover God’s will by continuously following His values

how does spiritual discernment help people to recognise their vocation?

it helps people understand their life's direction more deeply so they can follow God’s will

how do people accept the power of God’s saving grace?

• by accepting God's power to overcome original sin

• which brings them closer to God through prayer and worship

how is salvation achieved?

by:

• destroying the power of original sin

• empowering people to overcome original sin

how did Jesus demonstrate salvation?

• he offered it to everyone in order to live the Christian life

• miracles showed what the kingdom can do within people

how do people experience salvation in their lives?

• it empowers people to overcome all human weaknesses

• guides people towards answers to basic human questions

how can people live the new commandment of Jesus?

• by loving one another as Jesus loved them

• which is the basic christian vocation to share in his mission

how did Jesus act as a Priest?

• Offered himself as the final sacrifice

• Replaced animal sacrifices

• Reconciled humanity with God

how do Christians live out the priestly role today?

by offering service and sacrifice to God, acting as a mediator between humanity and God.

how did Jesus act as a Prophet?

• Taught about God’s Kingdom

• Spoke truth even when rejected

• Challenged injustice

how can Christians live out the prophetic role today?

by speaking up on behalf of the poor and powerless.

what does it mean that jesus is King?

• Rules through love, not power

• Serves others (not selfishly)

• Leads people toward God

how can Christians live out the kingly role today?

by exercising stewardship over all creation.

what was God’s original plan for marriage?

• he wanted people to be loved by God and return that love

• by serving God and others

What are the two key purposes of marriage?

• Sexual expression of love

• Procreation of children

in what ways does marriage strengthen and guide people in their life together?

it helps them:

• face the daily problems in marriage

• renew their marriage commitment

how do people confer the Sacrament of Marriage upon one another?

when they exchange the vows of marriage before a:

• priest

• two witnesses

how can married people develop their personal relationship with Jesus?

• praying daily

• worshipping together

• receiving Jesus in Communion

How does Jesus support his followers through the ordained priesthood?

• By providing guidance and strength through the Holy Spirit.

• By instituting the seven sacraments for spiritual growth.

what is the Sacrament of Holy Orders?

• A sacrament through which the Apostles pass on spiritual gifts and responsibilities to others.

what are the roles of each of the types of Holy Orders?

bishops:

• continue the mission of the Apostles; apostolic succession

priests:

• lead the believing community, celebrating Christ’s presence

deacons:

• serve the Church through a ministry of liturgy, and charity

in what ways does a priest serve?

• teach the Gospel

• draw others closer to God

• guide the Church community