KoG More Flashcards

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Four marks of the Church

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One

Holy

Catholic

Apostolic

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Mark 1 : One

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  • Church united in one body
  • At the last supper Jesus prayer to God that his followers “may all be one”.
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Mark 2: Holy

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  • The presence of God makes the Church holy
  • Church is guided by Holy Spirit
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Mark 3 : Catholic

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The beliefs of the Church are universal.

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Mark 4 : Apostolic

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The Church’s teachings are built on the teachings of the 12 apostles.

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Apostolic succession + magisterium

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  • Authority of apostles passed down from one generation of bishops to next.
  • Catholic Church guided by Holy Spirit
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How is the Church conciliar?

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  • Councils sometimes held to make important decisions and update Church teachings.
  • Councils express the voice of the whole church.
  • Helps the Pope discuss difficult issues with the Church
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How is the Church pontifical?

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  • the Pope is the leader of the Church : highest authority
  • Authority passed down over generations from Peter (leader of the apostles chosen by Jesus) to Pope.
  • Pope is representative of Christ on earth.
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Catholic social teachings

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  • Church believes God loves all people.
  • Church recognises the importance of helping support the weakest and poorest members of society.
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SVP (St Vincent de Paul Society)

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  • Offer support to people who are vulnerable
  • Run bigger projects to help locals : run summer camps or provide food for homeless.
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CAFOD

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  • Provides emergency aid in places overseas where disasters have taken lives.
  • CAFOD challenges national + international laws and policies that hurt those living in poverty.
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12
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Kingdom values

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Humility, mercy, desire for peace etc

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Priest hood

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  • Promise of celibacy - commit body and soul to God
  • Priest serves others
  • Priests take a promise of obedience to their bishop
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14
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Family life

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  • Love united a family together.
  • Parents teach kids kingdom of God values to spread kingdom of God on earth
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Monks + nuns (religious life)

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  • Vows of poverty, chastity and obedience.
  • Live simple lives dedicated to prayer and serving others.
  • Monastaries have a sense of peace.
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Pope : Justice

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  • Increased no. of priests working among the poor.
  • Aims to inspire others peace