Christian practices Flashcards
what is liturgical worship
worship with a set structure and rituals, same thing each week, many will have this written down in special book called a liturgy linked to familiarity and tradition
who performs liturgical worship
orthodox, roman Catholics and some Anglicans
what’s non liturgical worship
style of worship that changes each week no set structure
who worships non liturgical worship
Pentecostal Christians (charismatic protestant)
whats informal worship
worship that engages Christians, supported by young Christians
why do Christians worship
to praise, to thank, to ask, to seek, to bond
what’s important about the lords prayer
Jesus taught the prayer, reminds Christians of forgiveness, model of a good prayer `
whats important part of Lords prayer
give us today our daily bread. Forgive us our sins.
why do Christians pray
to talk and listen, to gain peace, to bond, to ask, to reflect
what sacraments do Catholics` believe in
baptism, holy communion, marriage, confirmation, Holy orders, reconciliation, anointment of the sick
what sacraments do protestants believe in
baptism, holy communion
what is baptism
ritual to become member of the church - water symbolises washing away of sins
similarities and differences of infant and believers baptism
believers and infant baptism represent washing away of sin. believers is personal choice used by baptist Christians. catholic idea of infant baptism washing away original sin
quote for baptism
I baptise you in the name of the father the son and the holy spirit
whats holy communion
ritual to celebrate Christs crucifixion and resurrection
difference between protestants and catholic view of holy communion
Catholics believe the bread and the wine are literally Jesus’ flesh whereas protestants believe that the bread and wine contains the spirit of Jesus, both symbolise Jesus’ crucifixion
how does holy communion affect individuals
Receiving Gods grace and strengthening faith
how does Holy communion affect communities
brings believers together and that provides support for those going through difficult times
how does Holy communion affect the wider community
gives a call to love others in practical ways
why is pilgrimage important for Christians
better understanding of faith
helps them feel cleansed from sin
more connected to the Christian community
help them see problems in a new light
which are the two places of pilgrimage
Lourdes
Iona
why is Lourdes significant
where mary is said to have appeared to Bernadette
Mary told Bernadette to dig a hole and a spring of water appeared
water is claimed to have healing properties - number of miracles have taken place
what activities happen at Lourdes
pilgrims go to Lourdes to bathe in the spring water or go to help others who are disabled/ ill
pilgrims also pray for forgiveness or healing
why is Iona significant
where St. Colombia established a monastic community.
community has an ecumenical centre where pilgrims can stay
what activities take happens at Iona
quite peaceful place of beauty so pilgrims can pray, read bible etc.
pilgrims also attend a church service
what are two ways in which Christians celebrate easter
churches filled with flowers and special hymns are sung to rejoice at Jesus’ resurrection
eggs are eaten at breakfast to symbolise new life
what are the two meanings of church
church as a building (individual churches)
The Church - church as the christian community
how do individual churches help the community
educate people about Christianity
provide a meeting place for prayer and worship
provide youth activities
provide a place where people can socialise and obtain spiritual guidance
how does the Church as a community help the community
supports local projects like foodbanks
helps those in need
campaigns for justice
whats the trussell trust
a group which runs over 400 food banks where food is donated by individuals, the church, schools etc.
doctors, social workers etc. identify those in need and issue them with food vouchers
whats the oasis project
a community hub which provides internet, cafes, training opportunities etc.
spiritual and practical guidance is given to those in need
What did Jesus teach about helping others - with quote
taught Christians should show agape love.
‘Faith by itself, if it is not accompanied by action, is dead’
who are street pastors
street pastors are adult volunteers trained to patrol streets in urban areas.
initially set up in 2003 to tackle gangs and knife crime but widened to respond to drunkenness and anti social behaviour
what’s the parishing nursing ministries UK
supports person healthcare through the local Church
provide the individual churches with registered parish nurses who promote wellbeing
nurses help to provide early diagnosis
help combat loneliness and provide support for those in need
provide additional help for the NHS
