Life And Death Ai Flashcards
What is the Magisterium?
Council of the Catholic Church made up of the Pope and the bishops, guided by the Holy Spirit.
What role does the Magisterium play for Catholics?
Helps Catholics to understand the Word of God and provides answers to modern-day issues.
Who was the first Pope of the Catholic Church?
Peter, one of Jesus’ disciples.
Who is the current Head of the Catholic Church?
Pope Francis.
What is Apostolic Succession?
The unbroken connection that the bishops and Pope have with Jesus’ disciples.
What did Jesus say to Peter regarding the church?
“And I tell you, you are Peter, and on this rock, I will build my church.”
What is Ordinary Magisterium?
Popes and bishops usually preach and write letters to the Laity to encourage faith and clarify points of faith.
What is an example of Ordinary Magisterium?
“Care for our common home” - Laudato Si by Pope Francis.
What is Extraordinary Magisterium?
The Church’s response to certain important issues beyond ordinary teaching.
What is an example of Extraordinary Magisterium?
“Throw open the windows of the Church” - Pope John XXIII - Vatican II.
What is Extraordinary Magisterium Conciliar?
An extraordinary form of Magisterium where bishops sit in a General Council to explore big issues.
What is Extraordinary Magisterium Pontifical?
When the Pope makes his own declarations, which are rare and usually follow consultation with bishops.
What is the Second Vatican Council also known as?
Vatican II.
What was the purpose of Vatican II?
To address the Church’s relationship to the modern world and to become more inclusive.
What is DER VERBUM ‘Word of God’?
A document encouraging Catholics to read the Bible and use it in prayer.
What significant change did SACROSANCTUM COUNCILIUM introduce?
Mass is now said in the local language rather than in Latin.
What does LUMEN GENTIUM ‘Light of the People’ promote?
Encourages Catholics to evangelize and spread the good news respectfully.
What does GAUDIUM ET SPES ‘Joy and Hope’ emphasize?
Belief in Christian unity and collaboration with other Christians.
Fill in the blank: The Magisterium is guided by the _______.
Holy Spirit.
True or False: Only Catholic Christians have the Magisterium as part of their religion.
True.
Fill in the blank: The teachings of the Magisterium help Catholics to fully understand the _______ of God.
message.
What is the significance of the phrase ‘Throw open the windows of the Church’?
It reflects the Church’s call for openness and modernization during Vatican II.
What was a key change regarding Bible reading after Vatican II?
Catholics are now encouraged to read the Bible regularly.
What is the definition of resurrection?
Raising of the body again after death.
Christians believe that Jesus resurrected and that all people will experience it at the end of time.