Kingdom Values In Christian Vocations

Question 1

For Christians who is the best example of kingdom values

Answer 1

Jesus

Question 2

What are some examples of kingdom values

Answer 2

Gentleness
Humility
Obedience to God
Mercy
Love
Desire for peace
Wish to serve God

Question 3

Kingdom values are expressed in the vocations of

Answer 3

Priesthood, family life and religious life

Question 4

Priestthood -

Answer 4

Priests take a promise of celibacy ( a promise not to marry or have sex) .They commit themselves , body and soul to God.
Like Jesus , a priest serves others and because a priest doesn’t have family, they are always free to help others.
Priests take a promise of obedience to their bishop, knowing they are obeying the voice of God

Question 5

Family life -

Answer 5

Love is an importsnt Kingdom value that unites a family together .
Catholic parents try to show Kingdom values and by doing so they help to spread the Kingdom of God on earth

Question 6

Religious life -

Answer 6

People who commit to a religious life as a munk or nun tske vows of poverty , chastity and obedience to show they have committed to God’s values.
They live simple lives , desicated to prayer and serving others.
Monasteries have a sense of peace that other people can come and share in .
They may tske on roles as teachers, nurses or care woekers ro show love through helping others.
By their care and commitment , they show people the love of God and express Kingdom values

Question 7

Who are monks and nuns

Answer 7

Pwople who commit themselves to God by living in a small religious community where life centres around prayer