Religion

What was the main purpose of the council discussed in Acts 15?

To decide if circumcision was necessary for salvation.

Who attended the council where circumcision was debated?

The apostles and some priests.

Who made the final decision regarding circumcision for salvation?

The Pope, Peter, decided that there was no need for circumcision to be saved.

What is the Scripture reference for the council decision on circumcision?

Acts 15.

When did the council compiling the Canon of Sacred Scriptures occur?

382 SD.

What significant item was decided upon at the council in 382 SD?

They compiled the Canon of Sacred Scripture, the list of the books in the Bible.

Who attended the council in 382 SD?

The Magisterium, bishops, and pope.

What did he do regarding the Bible and how many books did he remove?

He removed 7 books from the Bible.

What year did he remove books from the Bible?

1522 AD.

For how many years did Christians read the same books of the Bible?

1,140 years.

For how many years have Christians been divided regarding the books of the Bible?

508 years.

Who is the first successor to the apostles that replaced Judas?

The first successor is Saint Matthias.

Who decided to select a replacement for Judas?

The Pope, Peter.

What was the criteria for selecting a replacement for Judas?

A man who accompanied the apostles from the baptism of John until Jesus' ascension.

What is the Scripture reference for the selection of Judas' replacement?

Acts 1.

What was Saul like before becoming a Christian?

Saul was murdering Christians.

Who laid hands on Saul?

Ananias.

What happened to Saul when he received the laying on of hands?

He received the Holy Spirit and was healed from blindness.

What did Saul do immediately after receiving the laying on of hands?

He was baptized.

What is the Scripture reference for Saul's conversion?

Acts 9.

What is the name of the man Saul ordained?

Timothy.

What happened to Timothy after receiving the laying on of hands from Saul?

He received gifts of the Holy Spirit.

What is the Scripture reference for Timothy's ordination?

2 Timothy 1.

What do we call the assistants to priests/bishops?

Deacons.

What is the Scripture reference that discusses deacons?

Acts 6.

What is the main responsibility of deacons according to Scripture?

Care for the widows and the poor in the church community.

What is the matter of the Sacrament of Holy Orders?

Laying on of hands (LOOH).

Which book describes the attire and ordination process of priests?

Leviticus.

What are priests set apart to do?

Lead the public worship (liturgy).

What is the difference between common priesthood and ministerial priesthood?

Common is for any baptized person; ministerial is for those ordained.

Which book in the New Testament has detailed information about the priesthood?

Hebrews.

Describe the current priesthood in three phrases.

Called by God, a priest forever, only male.

What is celibacy in the context of Catholic priests?

Staying and remaining unmarried as a commitment to the church.

How does Jesus' teaching in Matthew 19 support celibacy for Catholic priests?

They made themselves eunuchs for the sake of the kingdom of heaven to give full attention to God.

What does St. Paul say in 1 Corinthians 7 regarding celibacy for priests?

“It is good for a man not to have sexual relations with a woman.”

What are the four main responsibilities of deacons?

Marry, bury, baptize, bless.

What additional responsibilities do priests have beyond those of deacons?

Celebrate mass, hear confessions, anoint the sick.

What else can bishops do in addition to the responsibilities of priests and deacons?

Ordain and confirm.