Christian Practices Flashcards
Liturgical Worship
Worship following a set structure e.g. the Eucharist
“Where 2 or 3 gather in my name, there i am” Matthew
Informal Worship
Worship that doesnt have a set structure and is often spontaneous
Often seen in evangelical churches.
Individual Worship
Christian worship alone to build a relationship with God
“Your father who sees in secret will reward you openly” Matthew
The importance of Prayer
Prayer is important for many reasons such as adoration, praise and thanksgiving
Jesus said that prayer is important and people should be fully focused on God
“His worshippers must worship” John
The Lords prayer
Recited at almost every church service
When this prayer is recited together it shows that Christians have one voice
Saying this prayer is instructed by Jesus
The Lords Prayer Matthew
How do Quakers Worship?
Meditation,contemplation and personal reflection
There are no set prayers, they sit in silence
These isnt someone that usually leads the service
“Everyone is Unique” S.L.G
How do evangelical churches worship?
Often informal They seek to feel the holy spirit If they feel moved by the holy spirit they might speak in tongues or fall into a trance There is alot of singing and dancing "Sing to the Lord" 1 Chronicles
What are examples of Sacrements?
Baptism Eucharist Marriage Holy orders Confirmation
Infant Baptism
Usually Catholic and Anglican tradition
The baby, parents and Godparents are welcomed
Parents and godparents take vows, renounce satan, profess their faith and the faith they want the baby to be brought up in
Water is poured over the babys head as the minister says “I baptise you in the name of the father and of the son and of the holy spirit”
“Let the little children come to me”Matthew
Believers baptism
Usually a protestant Tradition
The person chooses to become a member of the christian community
This is the same way Jesus was baptised by John the baptist
The person is lowered fully into the bath or the “river”
“Go and make disciples of all nations”Matthew
Explain the Eucharist
Roman catholics are expected to attend mass each sunday as an offering of themselves to God
The Mass recalls The last supper where Jesus shared bread and wine with his disciples
The Mass has two main parts, the liturgy of the word and the liturgy of the eucharist(holy communion)
“This is my body which is given for you, do this in rememebrance of me” Luke
What is a pilgrimage?
A journey which has religious or spiritual significance, usually to an important religious place
Deepens relationship with God
To learn more about the religion
“Let my people go so they may make a pilgrimage” Exodus
What is christmas?
Celebrating the birth of Jesus
Advent, Nativity plays, giving gifts
John 3:16
What is Easter?
Easter is the most important Christian festival
It remembers the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ
Prior to Easter celebrations, Christians take part in Lent
It is a period of 40 days that marks the 40 days Jesus fasted in the desert.
John 3:16
The Holy Easter Week
Palm Sunday- When Jesus returned to Jerusalem
Maundy Thursday- The Last supper
Good Friday-Jesus’ crucifixion
Easter Sunday-The Day of Jesus’ resurrection
How do Christians celebrate Easter?
Exchanging cards and Easter eggs
Attending church services
Taking the Eucharist
Christianity in Britan
Britain is a Protestant state because The Queen is the head of the state and the head of the church
The 2011 Census suggested 53 percent of people are Christian
UK laws and tradition
UK law is rooted in Christianity
The Archbishop of Canterbury sits in the House of Lords
Christmas festivals like Christmas and Easter are celebrated nationally
The role of the Church
Primarily it is a place of worship for Christians
Celebrates and remembers the life of Jesus
Sacraments
Pray and sing
Build a relationship with God
“Where 2 or more are gathered in my name, there i am with them” Matthew
The worldwide church
Globally the Church has a mission to bring people to God. This is through:
Evangelism
Charity
Working through reconciliation
SOWA for Evangelism
“Go and make disciples of all nations” Matthew
Forms of Evangelism
Preaching
Music
Charity work
Being a missionary
Tearfund
A Christian charity that is called to follow Jesus to wherever the need is the greatest
Helps communities overcome disasters and poverty
Works with local churches and organisations in over 50 countries
The world council of churches
It is a community of churches that seeks to advance towards unity as Jesus prayed for his followers”so that the world may believe” John
Corrymeela
Corrymeela means hill of harmony
It works in Northern Ireland to try and bring Protestants and Catholics together
They hope to end prejudice and discrimination
“be reconciled to your brother” Matthew
Persecution of Christians
Persecution is hostility and ill treatment especially because of race or political/religious beliefs
Some christians believe that when a follower of faith was persecuted and died, they were martyred
Christians believe that evangelism is important and should evangelise even if it causes them danger
Jesus was persecuted and martyred
“Go and make disciples of all nations” Matthew
SOWA about salvation
“He has saved us” 2 Timothy
SOWA about Jesus being the son of God?
“Truly this man was the son of God” Mark
SOWA about Jesus being human?
“Jesus wept” Mark
“Born of the virgin Mary” Apostles Creed
