PRISM, Paulinian Values, Laudato Si’, Eucharist, and the Four Marks of the Church

These flashcards review PRISM’s vision, Paulinian core values and traits, Laudato Si’, the Eucharist, and the four essential marks and images of the Church.

What is the overarching PRISM vision for Paulinians-Chavetians?

To become God’s prisms—colorful manifestations of Christ’s light shining through the Cross in His resurrected and glorified body by understanding and living out P.R.I.S.M.

Who form the ‘roots’ in the PRISM framework?

SPC Sisters, employees, and students in the education ministry, all rooted in God’s love, Catholic tradition, and the SPC congregation’s history.

Name the five Paulinian core values.

Christ-centeredness, Charism, Community, Commission, Charity.

What does Christ-centeredness mean for a Paulinian?

Placing Christ at the center of life and doing everything in reference to Him.

How is Charism understood in Paulinian formation?

Developing one’s gifts and talents in an integral, holistic way for service to the community.

Describe the Paulinian core value of Community.

Being a responsible family member and citizen who promotes people, justice, and peace while building communities.

What is meant by Commission in Paulinian spirituality?

Being sent, like St. Paul, to share the Good News, fostering responsibility and fidelity even in humble tasks.

Define the Paulinian core value of Charity.

Going out of oneself for the good of others with warmth, hospitality, and special concern for the underprivileged.

List the four essential marks of the Church.

One, Holy, Catholic, Apostolic.

Why is the Church considered ‘One’?

Because believers share one faith, one baptism, one Lord, united in the Trinity.

What makes the Church ‘Holy’?

It is consecrated to God; its founder Jesus is holy, and all are called to holiness through sanctification, morality, and worship.

Explain the term ‘Catholicity’ of the Church.

The Church is universal—sent to all peoples, places, and times, welcoming everyone.

Why is the Church called ‘Apostolic’?

It is founded on the apostles, continues their witness, and passes on authority through apostolic succession.

What image is expressed by calling the Church the ‘Bride of Christ’?

A loving, faithful union between Christ and His Church marked by love, faithfulness, and unity.

What does it mean that the Church is the ‘Temple of the Holy Spirit’?

The Holy Spirit dwells within the Church, making it a sanctuary of grace and believers temples of the Spirit.

State the Church’s threefold mission highlighted in the notes.

Worshiping God, serving those in need, and evangelizing by sharing the Good News.

What is a ‘Jubilee’ year in the Church?

A special time of forgiveness, mercy, and spiritual renewal when pilgrims travel to Rome seeking remission of sins.

Why do pilgrims travel to Rome during a Jubilee?

To perform acts of devotion, obtain indulgences, and deepen their faith through a profound spiritual experience.

What is ‘Laudato Si’?’

Pope Francis’ encyclical on care for our common home, calling for ecological conversion and recognizing that everything is connected.

According to Laudato Si’, what three relationships must be renewed?

Our relationships with God, our neighbor, and the Earth itself.

What ‘complex crisis’ does Laudato Si’ identify?

A crisis that is both social and environmental, disproportionately affecting the poorest and most vulnerable.

Define the Eucharist in Catholic teaching.

The source and summit of Christian life in which bread and wine become the Body and Blood of Jesus Christ.

Who may receive the Eucharist?

Catholics who have fasted for one hour, regularly confess sins, and are properly disposed; children typically after age 7-8 following preparation.

Why is the Eucharist central to Catholic faith?

It makes present Jesus’ sacrifice, unites recipients with Christ and one another, and fulfills His command to love and remember Him.

What character trait of a Paulinian Gleaner focuses on deep spiritual connection?

Prayerful—regularly turning mind and heart toward God.

What is meant by a Paulinian being ‘Self-effacing’?

Acting with humility and putting others’ needs before one’s own.

Explain ‘Tranquil-daring’ in the Paulinian context.

Maintaining inner peace while courageously pursuing truth and justice amid challenges.

What does the characteristic ‘All to All’ require of a Paulinian?

Serving everyone with an open heart, adapting to different needs to connect, assist, and evangelize.

Name the five Life Performance Outcome categories for Paulinians mentioned in the notes.

Conscious, Creative, Collaborative, Competent, Compassionate.

How does the Laudato Si’ Action Platform help the Church?

It empowers the global Church and people of goodwill to implement Laudato Si’s call to care for creation with concrete actions.