All Lessons Flashcards
What does the term ‘Creed’ mean?
‘Creed’ comes from the Latin ‘Credo’, meaning ‘I believe’
It presents the essential truths of the Christian faith.
When do Christians first receive the rule of faith?
During Baptism
This is when the Creed is first introduced.
What is the Apostles’ Creed?
A recitation at Sunday Mass in the Philippines, elaborated from the early ‘Roman Creed’ of the third century
It serves as a summary of Christian beliefs.
What is the Nicene Creed?
Promulgated by the First Council of Constantinople in 381, confirming the faith established at Nicea in 325
It is a foundational statement of Christian belief.
List the three events that dominated the Christian story.
- God’s creation act
- His redeeming act in Jesus
- His sanctifying presence in the Holy Spirit
What are Biblical Creeds?
Creeds found in the Old and New Testament, such as Is 33:22 and Acts 5:30-31
They summarize key beliefs about God and Jesus.
What is a function of the Creed?
Summary of Beliefs
It communicates essential Catholic truths.
What does the Creed symbolize in Christian life?
A skeleton or scaffold, providing a framework of truths for faith
It is not the entirety of faith but supports personal growth.
What are the basic types of Christian prayer?
- Adoration
- Contrition
- Thanksgiving
- Supplication
- Offering
What is the meaning of Christian Prayer?
A loving, conscious, personal relationship with God
It involves entrusting everything to God.
What is the Eucharist?
A sacrament that commemorates the Last Supper of Jesus Christ with his disciples
It is central to Catholic life.
What are the seven sacraments of the Church?
- Baptism
- Eucharist
- Reconciliation
- Confirmation
- Matrimony
- Holy Orders
- Anointing of the Sick
What scriptural basis supports the Eucharist?
- John 6:51-58
- Matthew 26:26-28
- 1 Corinthians 11:23-26
Fill in the blank: The Eucharist is also known as the _______.
Holy Communion
What does full participation in the Mass involve?
Participating in the whole Mass attentively
This means engaging in all aspects assigned for active participation.
What is the significance of genuflection during Mass?
It shows respect and reverence to the Blessed Sacrament
It is done when entering and leaving the church.
True or False: The Sign of the Cross is made only at the beginning of Mass.
False
It is made multiple times throughout the Mass and upon entering/exiting the church.
What is the purpose of the Liturgy of the Hours?
It is part of the public, communal, liturgical prayer of the Church
It includes prayers at various times of the day.
What does ‘active participation’ in the Mass entail?
Involves praying, singing, responding, listening, movement, and silence
What is bowing a sign of during Mass?
Reverence
Bowing deeply from the waist is performed near the altar and by the Priest at different times during the Mass.
What gesture do we make when the Gospel is announced?
Sign of the Cross on forehead, lips, and heart
This gesture is a prayer for the presence of the Word of God in our mind, on our lips, and in our heart.
What does the response ‘Amen’ mean during Mass?
I believe
It signifies our affirmation in the conversation we have with God during the Mass.
What is the order of receiving Communion?
In an orderly line, receiving the Host and Chalice or the Host alone
The Priest, Deacon, or extraordinary minister offers the Host saying ‘The Body of Christ’ and we respond ‘Amen.’
What should believers do before receiving the Holy Eucharist?
Examine conscience, confess sins, seek forgiveness
Believers must be in a state of sanctifying grace before approaching the Eucharist.
