1.2 ( Christianity practices ) Flashcards
Define liturgical worship
A form of worship where the congregation responds to the person or people leading the service by reading set words from a service sheet or book
Define worship
Is a word used for religious people to describe how they feel and act towards God
What are the three basic communal worships
liturgical , non - liturgical and charismatic
Define congregation
A group of Christians meeting for worship
What does liturgical worship consist of ?
In this form of service the congregation responds to the person or people leading the service by reading set words from service sheet or book.
What type of churches use liturgical services ?
Roman Catholic , the orthodox church and the church of England
Why are colours symbolic in Church
It symbolises the different parts of Jesus’s life
What does the non liturgical service consist of ?
Vey spontaneous and has little pre - organised structure. A minister will lead the service but anyone in the congregation may be invited to pray , choose a hymn or reading
What type of churches support non liturgical services ?
protestant and non conformist churches
Define glossolalia
speaking in tongues
What do charismatic Christians believe ?
That they receive similar gifts of the spirit which can be used in worship , including speaking in tongues , prophecy and healing
Charismatic worship consists of ?
dancing , clapping , singing is a part of worshiping
Individual worship
They will spend time each day in their own private worship. This quiet time includes prayer and bible readings.
why is individual worship important for believers ?
It is a way of developing a relationship with god.
what quote can support how Christians feel about worship ?
” God is spirit , and his worships must worship in the spirit and in truth”