Ch 5: Methodist Church

Question 1

What is the full name?

Answer 1

United Methodist Church

Question 2

What does the flame in the symbol signify?

Answer 2

Jesus is an internal flame

Question 3

When did the symbol become official?

Answer 3

1968

Question 4

Who is the founder?

Answer 4

John Wesley

Question 5

When did Wesley create Methodist?

Answer 5

1729

Question 6

What are the origins of Methodist?

Answer 6

Bible study groups at the Oxford University Campus

Question 7

What are the basic religious tenets?

Answer 7

Believers in God will spend eternal life with Him
Mortal life is a gift from God
Put faith and love into action

Question 8

When Methodist die, what do they believe will happen?

Answer 8

They’re a step loser to eternal life

Question 9

During Christ second coming, what will happen?

Answer 9

The dead will resurrect

Question 10

What’s the highest rank position in the church?

Answer 10

Bishop

Question 11

All bishops belong to what?

Answer 11

The council of Bishops

Question 12

Bishops are responsible for what?

Answer 12

Other clergy appointments

Question 13

What is a resident Bishop?

Answer 13

A designated Bishop to a specific area

Question 14

Are Elders ordained clergy members?

Answer 14

Yes

Question 15

Who appoints Elders

Answer 15

Bishop

Question 16

What are the responsibilities of the Elder?

Answer 16

• May serve as a pastor
• Serve as a preacher
• Authorized to perform sacraments
• Full job to be elder

Question 17

What is the order of the clergy?

Answer 17

Bishop
Elder
Deacon
Local Pastor

Question 18

Are Local Pastors ordained clergy members?

Answer 18

No

Question 19

Who appoints Local Pastors?

Answer 19

Bishop

Question 20

What are the responsibilities of the Local Pastor?

Answer 20

• Have authority to preach
• Administer sacraments
• May be appointed as an elder
• May serve church in a part time capacity

Question 21

Are there religious mandates or restrictions for the removal of remains?

Answer 21

No

Question 22

Are there specific rites or customs for the Preparation of Remains?

Answer 22

No

Question 23

Are there objections to Embalming?

Answer 23

No

Question 24

Is Cremation allowed?

Answer 24

Acceptable but not encouraged

Question 25

Where is the Viewing and Visitation held?

Answer 25

Usually in Funeral Home, but may be in the church

Question 26

Where is the Funeral Service held?

Answer 26

Usually in church but no objections if held in other locations

Question 27

Are flowers permitted?

Answer 27

Yes

Question 28

Is a pall required?

Answer 28

No it’s optional, family can choose if they want it or not

Question 29

What plays a significant role in all church services and activities, including funerals?

Answer 29

Hymns

Question 30

Are there typically any religious symbols, items, or sacred objects used in Methodist funeral services?

Answer 30

No

Question 31

Who leads the casket and family to cemetery?

Answer 31

Clergy

Question 32

What may be used to commend the deceased to the elements during the burial?

Answer 32

Earth, Sand, Flowers

Question 33

Is the casket open or closed during visitation?

Answer 33

Open

Question 34

Is the casket open or closed during the Funeral Service?

Answer 34

Closed

Question 35

Casket is _________ with the alter prior to funeral service?

Answer 35

Parallel