Chapter 10 Flashcards
the Pope, who takes the place of Jesus on Earth
Vicar of Christ
a particular rule or command
Precept
a part of the Church over which a bishop has authority
Diocese
teaching authority of the Church; The teaching Church, which is responsible for interpreting and correctly passing on Sacred Scripture and Sacred Tradition
Magisterium
meeting of all the bishops with the Pope. When the bishops gather with sufficient representation to teach on matters of faith and morals, in union with the Pope, their teaching is protected by infallibility
Ecumenical Council
Why did Jesus found the church?
Jesus founded the Church to continue his work on earth
Who is the head of the church?
Jesus is the head of the Church and gives life to the Church
Who guides the church?
The Holy Spirit guides the Church
How does Jesus work the church?
Jesus works through the Church in her Sacraments
How is the church the Kingdom of God?
- Jesus reigns through the Church
- He brings us into his family and guides us through his Church, under the teaching authority of the Magisterium
- Christ, then is the King and we are heirs to the Kingdom
Vicar of Christ, the head of the Church on earth. Protected by the gift of infallibility when he is teaching on faith and morals
pope
bishops and priests who have a special service in the Church
cardinal
direct successors of the Apostles who shepherd a diocese
bishop
work in parishes and minister the Sacraments
priest
serve the laity and assist priests in their ministry
deacon