Fact File (christian Practices) Flashcards
What is the definition of worship?
Acts of religious praise, honour or devotion
What are the three types of worship?
Liturgical, Non-liturgical and private
Which type of worship is a service which follows a set structure or ritual?
Liturgical
Which type of worship is a service that does not follow a set text or ritual?
Non-liturgical
Why do Christians worship? Give 2 reasons
- To praise and thank God for his blessings.
- To ask for forgiveness from sin
What is prayer?
Communicating with God in silence or aloud, with others or alone
Which type of prayer is prayers that have been written down and said more than once by more than one person
Set prayer
Which type of prayer is prayers that is made up by an individual using their own words?
Informal prayer
What prayer did Jesus teach his disciples?
The Lord’s Prayer
Give two reasons why prayer is important for Christians?
- It encourages routine that allows for reflection in a busy day.
- It allows Christians to find peace and a sense of communication with God.
What is infant baptism?
Where babies or young children became members of the Church. Promises are made on their behalf.
What is a believer’s baptism?
Initiation into the Church by immersion into water. Only to be done at an age where you can understand the importance of the ceremony.
Give two alternative names for Holy Communion
- Mass
- Eucharist
What is Holy Communion?
A service of thanksgiving where the sacrificial death and resurrection of Jesus are celebrated using bread and wine.
Give two reasons why Communion is important to Christians
- It brings the community of believers together.
- It strengthens their commitment to the faith.