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
