Christianity

Question 1

Vision of salvation.
1.

Answer 1

Salvation is individual, rather than communal.

Question 2

Vision of salvation.
2.

Answer 2

In Christianity Jesus saves us from the slavery of sin. He offers himself as a sacrifice so that we can be forgiven our sins.

Question 3

Vision of salvation.
3.

Answer 3

Salvation starts in the is life with a change of heart and continues in the next life. (Heaven)

Question 4

Vision of salvation.
4.

Answer 4

Christians believe that Christ died so we could live/be saved.

Question 5

Vision of salvation.
5.

Answer 5

Heaven, salvation from death, is the reward for faith and how one lives ones life.

Question 6

Community of believers.
1.

Answer 6

4 main types of believers.
1. Roman Catholic
2. Eastern Orthodox
3. Protestant/Reformation churches.
4.Pentecostal/Evangelical churches.

Question 7

Community of Believers.
2.

Answer 7

In the Catholic tradition, there is the pope, cardinals, bishops and priests who look after the communities.

Question 8

Community of believers.
3.

Answer 8

Central to the communities is worship, prayer, fellowship, outreach and care for the community itself. The design of the church building as well as social area are essential in building up the life of the church.

Question 9

Community of believers.
4.

Answer 9

In the Anglican tradition there is a general synod for the country which is made up of bishops, clergy and laity. A 2/3 majority of each group is needed if any change is to be passed.

Question 10

Community of Believers.
5.

Answer 10

There are many different denominations today and the ecumenical movement encourages distinctiveness but also cooperation.

Question 11

Celebration of faith.
1.

Answer 11

Festivals include Christmas, Easter, Ascension and Pentecost. Preparation times are Advent and Lent.

Question 12

Celebration of faith.
2. Rites of passage.

Answer 12

Baptism, confirmation, marriage, funeral.

Question 13

Celebration of faith.
3. sacraments

Answer 13

Roman Catholic has 7 sacraments. Anglican has 2 sacraments. (baptism and the eucharist).

Question 14

Celebration of faith.
4. the Eucharist

Answer 14

there are 2 parts to the eucharist.
1. service of the word
2. the liturgy of the eucharist.

Question 15

challenges to the tradition.
1. Social Justice.

Answer 15

Making sure the poor are cared for. The church has often aligned itself with the rich and powerful.

Question 16

challenges to the tradition.
2. Religious Pluralism.

Answer 16

trying to learn how to adjust to a world with many religions and learn how to relate to them. Looking for common ground.

Question 17

challenges to the tradition.
3. secularism.

Answer 17

the western world is becoming less religious. How does the church deal with this.

Question 18

challenges to the tradition.
4. scandals in the church.

Answer 18

cases of abuse have damaged the church’s moral authority.