Christianity: Practises Flashcards
What is liturgy worship?
A set service, with specific words where prayers and practises are followed - format for worship
Priest/worship will read for majority of service but people can join in
When is liturgy worship used?
Used when a service involves a sacrament.
E.g. during a Eucharist or baptism
Why is liturgy worship used?
Serves purpose of unifying churches because different churches use liturgy in the same denomination.
Having set words helps Christians to become unified when they attend physical churches.
Participating in same liturgies allows congregations to participate fully as they know what is coming > already know and understand
Help make celebrations and sacraments more special
What is Liturgical worship?
A set format for worship but each service is different.
E.g. include hymns and songs, bible readings but they will all vary every service
Can contain liturgies
When is liturgical worship used?
Used commonly for normally church services when there are no celebrations or sacraments
Why is liturgical worship used?
Churches often perform services according to a structure.
Often use a structure which appeals to the congregation which allows them to follow easier.
Allows services to be planned in advances.
Allows all desired elements to be incorporated
What is non-liturgical worship?
No set structure to worship and where it can be spontaneous
When is non-liturgical worship used?
When an individual decides to worship God through song or prayer
Or some churches hold services where people pray spontaneously as a group
Why is non-liturgical worship used?
Naturally non-liturgical when a person worships spontaneously
Some churches believe worship is less genuine if it’s always planned and set
Have a flexibility to worship God
What is informal worship?
More relaxed and charismatic - lively and emphasising the role of Holy Spirit
When is informal worship use?
Can be held at any time
Sunday morning at church or at any other time when people want to worship God
Why is informal worship used?
Many christians see God as a friend so they don’t want to be formal
Allows Christians who don’t have access to church services or it not at them, to worship anyway
What is private worship?
Worship that is done individually
E.g. By yourself, going to church for a private prayer
When is private worship used?
Can be done at any time whenever someone wants to worship God
Why do people use private worship?
Feel Christianity is a private faith > maintain own relationship with God
Some people can’t always attend public worship
Allows them to get a closer and private relationship to God
What are sacraments?
Physical ways to commit to God and remember what he did for us.
What is meditation?
Where people meditate on their faith and religion and own lives.
Usually private and informal
Why do Christians read the bible?
The bible holds God’s teachings and Christians feel God’s speaks to them through it.
Many services have bible readings so thy can help relate to people’s faith or tell them how to increase and grow stronger in faith
Teach people about God
Feel comfort knowing God cares and there to guide
What is the significance of worship?
Helps to maintain a relationship wth God Allows them to praise and thank him Ask him for help Repent of their sins Receive God’s grace and learn about his will
What the common type of worship in Catholic Churches?
Liturgical worship and sacraments
>Liturgies help explain sacraments
>Pass on teaching and God’s grace
What’s the common type of worship in the Church of England or Protestant?
Liturgical worship
>Helps Christians to structure own worship
>Shouldn’t forget to pray or read bible
>Also put emphasis on Private and informal worship because it’s important to maintain a close and private relationship with God
Why do some Christians not see Liturgical worship as significant?
There are no set practises that need to be carried out
Doesn’t help Christians to reach God
Pentecostals only see non-liturgical worship as significant because if they wait for Holy Spirit to inspire them, they worship authentically
Why is praying significant?
Fulfils Jesus commands to pray
Close relationship with god
Rely on God for help
What are set prayers?
Prayers tat usually have the same words on every time e.g. Lord’s prayer.
Used when Christians don’t know how or what to pray.
It’s important to express God
Many are taught by Jesus
Connection to Christian community
What are informal prayers?
Pray anything to God, or just have s random conversation with him.
Use this to pray to God about anŷthing happening in lives aka talk about issues and struggles
Many churches believe a relationship with God should be personal
Set prayers aren’t personal and hold less meaning
What are some other prayers?
Adorations > praising God about his creation
Thanksgiving > Being grateful for what God has done
Confession > repenting sins and asking for forgiveness
Intercession > asking God to help others
Rosary > beaded necklace which helps to focus and pray
Lords Prayer > Jesus taught disciples to pray this. Incorporates adoration and confession and submits to God’s will
Ask God for strength and guidance
Way to unite Christians and people together
What sacraments do the Roman Catholic Church and Orthodox do?
7 = Eucharist, baptism, Matrimony, Confirmation, Holy Orders, Penance and anointing of the Sick.
