Christian Practises Flashcards
What is liturgical worship?
It follows a set structure and takes place in a church led by a priest
Why is liturgical worship important?
Provides a set order that is familiar to everyone and brings about tradition
What is non-liturgical worship?
More informal and prayers are usually the leaders own words
Why is non-liturgical worship important?
Feel like it comes from the heart
What is informal worship?
It is spontaneous and and can involve dancing or singing
Why is informal worship important?
It is similar to early Christians
What is private worship?
Allows a person to feel close to god and reflection
Why do Christians pray?
To ask for forgiveness, thank god, seek help and deepen their relationship with god
What is the best example of prayer?
The Lord’s Prayer
Why is prayer important?
Enables Christians to talk to god and gives strength in times of trouble
Why is the Lord’s Prayer important?
Remind Christians to forgive and a sense of unity
Why do Christians get baptised?
Imitate Jesus, become a member of the church and receive gods grace
What is a sacrament?
Holy rituals through which believers receive grace
What are the seven sacraments?
Baptism, confirmation, holy communion, marriage, holy orders, reconciliation and anointing
Which denomination recognises only two sacraments?
Protestant
What is infant baptism?
Pour water over baby’s head and parents promise to bring up child as a Christian
Why is infant baptism important?
Removes original sin and allows the child to grow up in gods love
What is believers baptism?
Consciously make the decision about their faith
Why is believed baptism important?
Jesus was baptised as an adult and only those old enough to understand should make the promises
What is Eucharist?
Another name for holy communion and celebration of jesus’ crucifixion and resurrection
What is evangelism?
Preaching the gospel to convert people to Christianity
What is atonement?
Reconciliation between god and humanity
What is holy communion?
Another name for the Eucharist
What is mission?
The duty of Christians to spread the gospel
What is reconciliation?
Restoring relationships between people
What is word?
Describes god creating the world through his word
What does the holy communion celebrate?
Jesus’ sacrifice and resurrection
What do catholics believe about holy communion?
The wine and bread body the body and blood of Christ
What do Protestants believe about the holy communion?
It is a reminder for the last supper and bread and wine are symbols of his sacrifice
What are the individual impacts of communion?
Strengthens faith and makes them feel closer to god
Why is Lourdes important?
Claimed to have seen Virgin Mary there and the water has healing properties
What is the importance of pilgrimage?
Grow closer to god and help them better understand god. It cleanses then of sin
Why is Iona important?
‘Thin place’ where the veil between spiritual and physical worlds is very thin
Why is Christmas important?
Celebrates the incarnation of Jesus
What do Christians do to celebrate Christmas?
Give gifts as symbol of wise men’s gifts or give to charity to remember gods gift of Jesus
Why do christians celebrate Easter?
The death and resurrection of Jesus
Why is good Friday significant?
When Jesus was crucified
Why is Easter Sunday significant?
Jesus was resurrected
What is the Church?
The holy people of god
What is the church?
Building of worship
How do churches help people?
educating people and providing activities
How does the Church help people?
Support local food banks and social services
What do the trussle trust do?
Charity that runs good banks in he UK and provides food, help and support to people in crisis
What do the Oasis project do?
Provides internet cade, creative courses, a job club and training opportunities
Why should christians help others?
Jesus taught people to show agape love
What is agape love?
Unselfish love
What do street pastors do?
Challenge gang culture and responding to drunkenness etc many times before the police can act
What do the parish nursing ministries do?
Support healthcare through the church. They provide nurses who promote spiritual, mental and body well-being
What is a mission?
Calling to spread faith
Why is a mission important?
Jesus told his disciples to ‘make disciples of all nations’
What is alpha course?
Used as an introduction for those interested in Christianity
Why should christians be evangelists?
All Christians received the great mission
What should evangelism be followed up by?
Training new converts
How can christians spread faith?
Sharing what god has done for them, inviting people to church or advertisement
What if Christ for all nations?
Evangelists who hold miracles and healings
What do the worldwide Church have a mission to do?
Restore peoples relationship with god
What do the Irish churches peace project do?
Brings catholics and Protestants together
What do the corrymeela community do?
Brings people together to explore ways of moving from violence
How do christians help people who are persecuted?
Send money and support
How can persecution be a positive thing?
Strengths faith and conviction
What passage in the bible teaches christians about selfishness?
The parable of the rich man and Lazarus
What do Christian aid do?
Encourage sustainable development and provide emergency relief
What do tearfund do?
Help lift people out of poverty
What do CAFOD do?
Work with local groups to help support communities out fo poverty
