key words Flashcards
absolutism
the idea that there are certain actions which are always right and wrong. Moral laws exist externally from humans
Eucharist
meaning “thanksgiving. The name Catholics use to describe the rite where the bread and wine become the body and blood of Jesus and is eaten at mass. Also the name for the real presence of Jesus in the sacrament of Holy Communion
Evangelisation
Literally means spreading the “good news” which we translate as Gospel. The sharing of the Gospel and life of Jesus with others
Forgiveness
the act of pardoning someone for the offences they have caused you. Overlooking a person’s faults and accepting an apology
Punishment
the consequences of doing something wrong, a penalty is given by a person in authority
Relativism
the belief that there is no absolute laws/rules that govern what is right and wrong, morality depends on the situation
salvation
the belief that through Jesus’ death and resurrection humanity has achieved the possibility of life forever with God - has been saved and is free from sin
sin
acting against the will or laws of God. Breaking one of God’s laws
