Religion Unit 2

What is the most important reason for attending Mass on Sunday?

To worship God and receive the Eucharist

Which books of the Bible describe the early Christians celebrating the Eucharist on the first day of the week?

Acts of the Apostles and 1 Corinthians

Why do Christians call Sunday the Lord's Day?

It is the day of Jesus' Resurrection

How did the Jews celebrate the Jewish Sabbath?

Day of rest and worship (Saturday)

What is the opposite of reverence?

Profanity

Why do we need the Sabbath?

To rest, worship, and grow closer to God

What event in the Bible can we trace the origin of the Sabbath?

Creation story (God rested on the 7th day)

What are examples of veneration?

Honoring saints, Mary, relics, sacred images

What are the three main monotheistic faiths in today's world?

Christianity, Judaism, Islam

Historically, which political system has typically denied the existence of God and blamed religion for the economic and social oppression of people?

Communism

What type of offense against the First Commandment is making the Sign of the Cross over a parking meter because you believe it will keep you from getting a ticket?

Superstition (sin against 1st Commandment)

In which sacrament do Catholics promise to reject Satan and all his works?

Baptism

Attacking, destroying, or defacing a sacred object or holy place is a sin against which commandment?

1st Commandment (sacrilege)

Where did Jesus reinforce the importance of keeping commitments?

In teachings like "let your yes mean yes" (Sermon on the Mount)

What is the literal translation of God's name, Yahweh?

I am who am

What was the original focus of the Second Commandment?

Respecting God's name

When do Catholics experience the sacredness of names?

In prayer, liturgy, sacraments

Why is using the names of the Virgin Mary and the saints in vain wrong?

It shows disrespect for holy people

Why was God's revelation of his personal name, Yahweh, to Moses such an important event in salvation history?

God shows He is personal and relational

What are the names of the primary Canaanite god and goddess?

Baal (god) and Asherah (goddess)

What is the common theme of the first three commandments?

Love and worship of God

What is the sin most contrary to the love of God?

Hatred of God, a sin of pride that involves the denial of God's goodness

What does the Church teach about faith?

It is each person's free decision to accept God's gift of faith and only the Catholic Church has the fullness of faith

What is the best way to enrich our relationship with God?

Prayer + Sacraments (especially Eucharist)

What was the focus of the First Commandment in the Old Testament?

Worship only one true God (no idols)

Perjury

The sin of lying while under and oath to tell the truth. It is a sin against the Second and Eighth Commandment.

Atheism

The denial of the existence of God

Divination

The practice of seeking power or knowledge through supernatural means apart from the one true God; a sin against the First Commandment.

Heresy

The conscious and deliberate rejection by a baptized person of a truth of faith that must be believed.

Idolatry

The worship of other beings, creatures, or material goods in a way that is fitting for God alone. It is a violation of the First Commandment.

Sacred

The quality of being holy, worthy of respect and reverence; set apart for God.

Profanity

Speaking disrespectfully about something that is sacred or treating it with disrespect.

Monotheism

The belief in and worship of only one God

Blasphemy

Speaking, acting, or thinking about God, Jesus Christ, the Virgin Mary, or the saints in a way that is irreverent, mocking, or offensive. It is a sin against the Second Commandment.

Sacrilege

An offense against God. It is the abuse of a person, place, or thing, dedicated to God and the worship of him.

Sabbath

In the Old Testament, the "seventh day," on which God rested after the work of Creation was completed. In the Old Law, the weekly day of rest to remember God's work through private prayer and communal worship. For Catholics, Sunday, the day on which Jesus was raised, which we are to observe with participation in the Eucharist in fulfillment of the Third Commandment.

Perpetual adoration

The practice of people committing to pray before the Blessed Sacrament in a designated location so that someone is always in the presence of Christ, twenty-four hours a day, 365 days a year.

Eschatology

The area of Christian faith having to do with the last things: the Last Judgment, the particular judgment, the resurrection of the body, Heaven, Hell, and Purgatory.

Apostasy

The act of renouncing one's faith

What is the First Commandment, and what does it call us to do?

The First Commandment is: "I am the Lord your God; you shall not have other gods before me."It calls us to worship and love God above everything else. This means putting God first in our lives, trusting in Him, and avoiding things like idolatry, superstition, or anything that takes God's place. It also calls us to grow in faith through prayer and by following His teachings.

What are some examples of promises or vows that Catholics make in the sacraments?

Catholics make important promises in several sacraments. In Baptism, they promise to reject Satan and live for God. In Confirmation, they commit to living out their faith more fully. In Marriage, spouses promise to love and remain faithful for life. In Holy Orders, priests promise to serve God and the Church. These vows show commitment to God and to living a faithful life.

Create a list of five ways families may keep Sundays holy.

1. Attend Mass together

2. Spend time in prayer

3. Rest from unnecessary work

4. Spend quality time with family

5. Help others through charity or kindness