Christian Practices (Worship & Festivals) Flashcards
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How do Christians pray?
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- The lords prayer
- Set prayers
- Informal prayers
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What are the 3 main reasons Christians pray?
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- To say sorry to God
- To ask God for something
- To thank God
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Set prayers are ______ prayers which have been pre-written
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Formal
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Set prayers are often used for _____ (ex. communion)
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Worship
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Some set prayers have been written in the _____ but some others have been written by ______
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- Bible
- Christians
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Informal prayers are called ________ and they happen without planning
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Spontaneous
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Informal prayers are often said _____ or in small prayer groups
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Alone
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“The prayer of a _______ person is powerful and _____” - James 5:16
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- Righteous
- Effective
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“______ yourselves to prayer” - Colossians 4:2
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Devote
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“Pray in the ______ on all occasions with all kinds of prayers and _____” - Ephesians 6:18
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- Spirit
- Requests
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Who taught Christians the lords prayer ?
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It was taught by Jesus to his disciples then written in the Bible
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One example of why Informal prayer is good
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It’s a more personal and more genuine connection with God
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One example of why Formal prayer is good
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It provides a sense of structure and tradition with more unity between other Christians
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One thing the Lords Prayer asks for
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“Give us this day our daily bread”
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When might Christians choose to Informally pray?
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During moment of spontaneous gratitude
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What are the first 2 words of the Lords prayer?
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“Our Father”
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What is Liturgical worship
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follows a liturgy - a set pattern
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Where does Liturgical worship normally take place?
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In a Church
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What is the holy day for Christians
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Sunday
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The church holds _______ worship everyday
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Liturgical
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4 Examples of Liturgical worship
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- Baptism
- Funerals
- Eucharist services
- Weddings
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Liturgical worship is normally lead by a minister such as a _____ and a ______
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- Vicar
- Priest
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4 things included normally during Liturgical worship
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- Prayers
- The Bible
- Hymns
- Readings
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What 2 things are shared during a Eucharist?
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- Bread
- Wine
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2 reasons why is liturgical worship important to Christians
1. It follows the bible
2. They join together as a community to support
and encourage each other
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Informal worship does not follow a ________
Liturgy
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What time does informal worship usually take place?
In the evening
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Informal worship will normally be in ________ groups from a bigger ________ Community
1. Smaller
2. Christian
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Private worship does not involve a ______
Minister
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What's the difference between private and informal worship (one example)
Private is refers to individuals time devoted to god but informal is normally in small groups.
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Baptism is a ________
Sacrament
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Why is water used during baptism?
It symbolises washing away original sin
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What are the 3 original sins?
1 .Inherited Condition: Original sin suggests that all humans inherit a sinful nature from Adam and Eve, making them predisposed to sin.
2. Separation from God: This state of sin creates a separation between humanity and God, necessitating redemption.
3. Need for Salvation: The doctrine underscores the Christian belief in the need for salvation through Jesus Christ, who is seen as the remedy for this fallen state.
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What Christians practise infant baptism?
1. Roman Catholic
2. Anglicans
3. Orthodox
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_______ and ________ are present at an infant baptism to make promises
1. Parents
2. Godparents
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Adult baptism is practised by what Christians ?
1. Pentecostal
2. Baptist
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During adult baptism, the ______ makes their own _______ to god and may invite friends and family to support them
1. Believer
2. Commitment
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"What are you ________ for? Get up, be ______ and wash your sins away, calling on his name"
- Acts 22:16
1. Waiting
2. Baptised
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"Whoever _____ and is baptised will be _______"
- Mark 16:16
1. Believes
2. Saved
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"When all the people were being baptised, _____ was being ______ too"
- Luke 3:12
1. Jesus
2. Baptised
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How does the Church of England celebrate Eucharist?
Holy Communion
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How does the Catholic Church celebrate Eucharist?
Mass
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How do non-conformists celebrate Eucharist?
Lord's supper and Baking of the Bread
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What does Mass mean?
Mission
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Which form of Eucharist involves and alter?
Holy communion (Anglicans)
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What is Transubstantiation?
When the minister (at a Catholic mass) prays to The Holy Spirit to turn the bread and the wine in Jesus' blood and body - Inspired by the last supper
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Explain 2 Contrasting ways Christians Worship
[4 Marks]
Liturgical worship has a set pattern and is usually done in large groups; Informal worship is more private and gives a chance to share spontaneous thoughts with god.
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What is Eucharist?
A service of thanksgiving which the sacrificial death and Resurrection of Jesus are celebrated using wine and bread
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What is a Pilgrimage?
A journey by a believer to a holy site for religious reasons, an act of devotion and worship
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3 reasons a Christian would do a Pilgrimage
1. Grow closer to God
2. Express sorrow for sin
3. Seek cure for illness
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What is Lourdes?
A town in the south west of France, dedicated to virgin Mary. In 1858 a girl had 16 visions (apparitions), of Mary, who healed her. Thousands pilgrims visit to bathe in the water.
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What is Iona?
West coast of Scotland, a remote 6th century church dedicated to the virgin Mary with a connection to nature.
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Is Pilgrimage compulsory in Christianity
No - but it plays a big role in their faith
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Catholics and Orthodox Christians believe there are ___ sacraments
7
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Baptism is the _______ rite in Christianity
Initiation
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What is a Festival?
A day or period of celebration for religious reasons
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Name 2 Christian festivals
1. Christmas
2. Easter
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Christmas commemorates the ________ of _______ on the 25th of December
1. Incarnation
2. Jesus
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How do festivals benefit Christians?
They help Christians remember major events and celebrate them as a community
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What feast does Christmas end with?
The feast of Epiphany
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Home are decorated with ________ to represent that Jesus is the light of the ________
1. Lights
2. World
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What does Easter celebrate?
The Resurrection of Jesus from the dead
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The week leading up to Easter (_______) remembers the events leading up to Jesus' crucifixion on Good _____
1. Holy Week
2. Friday
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For protestants ________ & _________ are the 2 Sacraments
1. Baptism
2. Eucharist
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"Jesus' ________ were to 'baptise in the name of the Father the ______ and The Holy Spirit', so these words are said during a ________" - Matthew 28:19
1. Instructions
2. Son
3. Baptism
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______ & _______ believe baptism should only occur once somebody is an adult
1. Baptists
2. Pentecostals
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What does baptising do?
Baptism cleanses a person of original sin and makes them fully part of the Christian community.
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________ believe that the bread and the wine become the actual flesh and blood of Jesus Christ. This belief is known as ________
1. Catholics
2. Transubstantiation
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Catholics see ________ as an essential part of sustaining their relationship with god. This is because it is one of the 7 ________ for Christians
1. Eucharist
2. Sacraments
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Why do some Christians choose to go on a Pilgrimage?
Because it can deepen their connection with God and can be healed
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The ______ in Iona is said to have Healing properties
Water
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_______ was made a Saint by Pope Pius XI in 1933 because she was _____ by the virgin Mary in _______
1. Bernadette Soubirous
2. Healed
3. Lourdes
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Pilgrimages are often ________, as some Christians believe that the money spent could be better used ________ those in need rather than _______ for travel.
1. Criticised
2. Helping
3. Paying
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What do Christians do in Iona?
Read the bible and pray
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________ is often crowded with visitors, and many people say the site has become too
_________, with shops selling souvenirs, including statues of the ______ ______.
1. Lourdes
2. Commercialised
3. Virgin Mary
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When do Orthodox Christians celebrate the Birth of Jesus?
6th Of January
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How do Christians celebrate Christmas?
1. Advent (4 Weeks)
2. Special church services
3. Crib scene (Bible)
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1 Bible quote about Christmas (The 'birth' of Jesus)
"The Virgin will conceive and give birth to a baby son and they will call him Immanuel" (meaning 'God with us')
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When is Easter celebrated each year?
March / April
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Why is Easter celebrated?
1. The death and Resurrection of Jesus
2. The dying on the cross to save people from their
sins
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How is Easter celebrated by Christians?
1. Lent - 40 days
2. Special service in Church on Maundy Thursday Good Friday and the Saturday
3. Exchanging of Easter Eggs
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What services happen on:
1. Maundy Thursday
2. Good Friday
3. The Saturday
1. A service to remember the Last Supper
2. A service to remember The Death of Jesus
3. A service to remember The Resurrection of Jesus
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What does exchanging Easter Eggs represent?
New Life
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Why do Christians celebrate Easter?
1. To thank Jesus for his sacrifice
2. To bring Christians together
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"______ died for our sins according to the scriptures, he was ______, he was raised on the _____ day according to the scriptures"
1. Jesus
2. Buried
3. 3rd
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Pope ______ said - "To go on ______ really means to step out of ourselves in order to encounter God where he has ________ himself"
1. Benedict
2. Pilgrimage
3. Revealed
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What monk started the monastery in Iona in 6th Century?
Columba
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______ spent a lot of time helping those who were in _______, and Christians try to reflect Jesus’ ______ in their actions.
1. Jesus
2. Need
3. Deeds
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"If anyone has ________ possessions and ignores his ______ in need, how can he love God?"
- 1 John 3:17
1. Material
2. Brother
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What are the 4 rites of passage?
1. Birth
2. Initiation into the Religion
3. Getting married
4. Death
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What is a rite of passage?
Ceremonies associated with major moments in a Christians life
