Ferguson Chapter 5 Flashcards
What is Pentecost?
Ten days after the ascension, when Holy Spirit descended upon apostles in upper room giving them the grace to go out and evangelize all nations, Pentecost could not have happened if Christ did not a end into heaven thus sending the Holy Spirit .
What is the Ascension?
When Christ ascended into heaven, his victory over sin allowed him to return to his rightful place in heaven, this indicates his kingdom will have no end.
Descent of the Holy Spirit?
Fifty days after Passover, the Apostles, the Blessed Virgin Mary, and other disciples were gathered in the upper room during the Jewish feast of Pentecost, which celebrates the giving of law to Moses on Mt. Sinai. The Holy Spirit descended upon the Apostles and was given to the Church. This event is considered the “birthday” of the Church
What is the Church?
The mystical body of Christ
What is God’s cosmic plan for man?
To be in total unity with him in heaven
What is the kingdom of God?
Heaven and on earth the church
What is the mystical body of Christ?
According to St. Paul the Church, the Church is a divine communion with each member?
Is the Church necessary for salvation?
Yes, Jesus wants to eve glazier all nations through the church in which he gave his authority to.
What are the four marks of the Church?
One, Holy, Catholic, and Apostolic
What are Bishops?
The successors of the Apostles
What is the Magisterium?
The group leaders who get together to make laws for the church
How do the sacraments relate to the redemption?
Makes you a better person makes you grow closer to God and understanding of the paschal mystery
Holy Spirits role in the Church?
Was sent down to guide the church and help fill out its mission?
What are the last things?
Through judgement right after death known as particular judgement, can go to heaven, he’ll, or purgatory to eventually go to heaven
