Final - Fall Semester Flashcards
What is a Sacrament
Sacraments are visible signs of God’s grace, instituted by Christ to impart spiritual blessings through physical rituals and symbols.
How did Sacraments come to us?
The Sacraments came to us through Christ, who instituted them during his earthly ministry, as recorded in Scripture.
Sacraments with a “Capital S” and “Small s”:
“Sacraments” with a capital “S” refer to the seven formal Sacraments of the Catholic Church. “Sacraments” with a lowercase “s” can refer to other symbolic actions or events that convey grace but are not formally recognized as Sacraments.
What are the Sacraments of Initiation:
Baptism, Confirmation, Eucharist
Is Scripture as a source and guide for prayer
The Bible provides inspiration, guidance, and models for prayer.
What are the Sacraments at the service of communion
Matrimony, Holy Orders
How is Jesus a Sacrament
Jesus is considered the primordial Sacrament, the ultimate visible sign of God’s grace.
What are the Sacraments of Healing
Reconciliation, Anointing of the Sick
Vocal Prayer is…
Spoken prayer
Church as Sacrament
The Church is seen as a sacramental entity, a visible sign of Christ’s presence and action in the world.
How are stages of faith and spiritual development:
As faith matures, prayer life evolves.
Importance of prayer for Christians – Why do we pray?
Prayer is essential for Christians because it connects us with God, deepens our relationship with Him, and helps us grow spiritually.
Expressing reverence and awe for God
Adoration
Asking for God’s favor.
Blessing
Meditative prayer is
Reflective and introspective prayer.
Contemplative
Seeking a deeper union with God.
Seeking to recognize God’s presence in every aspect of life.
God in all things
Requesting something from God
Petition
Glorifying and exalting God.
Praise
Praying for others
Intercession
Thanksgiving
Expressing gratitude to God.
What is Ignatian Contemplation?
A specific type of prayer in Ignatian spirituality, focusing on imaginative engagement with Scripture to encounter God.
A structured retreat program for spiritual growth and discernment.
Spiritual Exercises
Prayerful decision-making, seeking God’s will.
Discernment
Daily reflective practice for examining one’s conscience and recognizing God’s presence.
Examen
Emphasis on social justice and service to others.
Men and women for and with others
What is Relativism?
Morality is subjective
Morality
Practical application of ethical principles.
What is Objective?
Moral truths exist independently.
What are Ethics?
Philosophical study of morality.
What is the Apostles’ Creed?
A profession of faith from baptism summarizing core Christian beliefs like God, Jesus, the Holy Spirit, the Church, forgiveness of sins, and eternal life. 340 AD