Christian Practices

Question 1

What is the definition of worship?

Answer 1

Acts of religious praise, honour or devotion. It is a way for Christians to show their deep love and honour to God.

Question 2

Name three types of worship.

Answer 2

Liturgical, non-liturgical, charismatic

(Other ideas include: formal, informal, public and private)

Question 3

What are two reasons why Christian’s worship?

Answer 3

• praise & thank God
• ask for forgiveness

(Other ideas include: to seek God’s help and to deepen their relationship with God)

Question 4

Give two ways the Bible is used in worship

Answer 4

For prayers, such as the Lord’s prayer
To teach lessons about Jesus and God

[Other ideas: recited in Church, Hymns and songs based on the Bible]

Question 5

Quote supporting charity

Answer 5

“[God] will not forget your work and the love you have shown him as you have helped his people and continue to help them.”

Question 6

Agape

Answer 6

Unconditional love for God and mankind.

Example sentence: She showed agape by forgiving her enemy.

Question 7

Atonement

Answer 7

Doctrine of how humans are forgiven, redeemed and reconciled through the death of Christ.

Additional information: Atonement is a key concept in Christian theology.

Question 8

Baptism

Answer 8

Christian sacrament representing entrance into the Christian faith.

Example sentence: The baby was baptized in the church.

Question 9

Church

Answer 9

The Holy people of God, the body of Christ or a building where Christians worship.

Additional information: The church plays a central role in Christian community.

Question 10

Ecumenism

Answer 10

Inter-denominational dialogue; different denominations trying to find common ground and unity.

Example sentence: The ecumenical movement aims to promote unity among Christian denominations.

Question 11

Eucharist

Answer 11

Christian sacrament that uses bread and wine to re-enact the Last Supper and commemorate the death and resurrection of Jesus.

Example sentence: The priest celebrated the Eucharist during the church service.

Question 12

Liturgical worship

Answer 12

Follows a set structure and established rituals, the same every time. E.g. The Eucharist.

“Where two or more are
gathered in my name, I am
there with them.” Bible

Question 13

Non-liturgical worship

Answer 13

Does not follow a set text/ritual. No set prayers, people take turns to preach. Seen as modern and appeals to young people.

Question 14

Informal worship

Answer 14

Type of non-liturgical; spontaneous. Focuses on importance of the Holy Spirit. Resembles worship practiced by Christians in the first decades. Christians can gather anywhere, not just at Church.

Example sentence: The informal prayer meeting in the park was filled with songs, testimonies, and spontaneous prayers.

Question 15

Private Worship

Answer 15

Takes place individually, forms a personal relationship with God. Become popular in modern times as more freedom.

“Pray to your Father, who is
unseen. Then your father,
who sees what is done in
secret, will reward you.”

Question 16

Prayer

Answer 16

Centre of Jesus’ lifestyle and an essential part of faith. Traditionally kneeling and hands pressed together. Catholics use rosary beads, and Orthodox use icons.

Example sentence: The act of prayer is central to the Christian faith and is a way to communicate with God.

Question 17

Focus of Prayer

Answer 17

Adoration – Love and respect for God
Confessional – Statement of faith through prayer
Penitential – Saying sorry
Supplication – Asking for something

Example sentence: The focus of prayer can vary from expressing gratitude to seeking forgiveness or asking for guidance.

Question 18

Set Prayers

Answer 18

Written down and said more than once, allows collective nature. E.g. The Lord’s Prayer.

Example sentence: Reciting set prayers like the Our Father together as a congregation unites believers in a shared faith tradition.

Question 19

Informal Prayers

Answer 19

Use day-to-day language, often private and focus on reflection or meditation. E.g. Quakers focus on God’s presence and stillness. Pentecostal Church are moved by the Holy Spirit so speak in tongues.

Example sentence: Informal prayers can be heartfelt expressions of personal thoughts and emotions directed towards God.