Living the Christian Life Flashcards
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Define Worship?
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The expression of love, respect and devotion to God.
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What 3 categories do worship fall under?
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- Liturgical
- Non-liturgical
- Individual
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What is the purpose of worship?
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- It helps Christians to become closer to God and to feel a part of the Christian community.
- In a church service, it often involves praising and thanking God through prayer, music, Bible readings and a sermon (a talk from a Church leader)
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What 2 types of worship are used by Church?
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- Liturgical
- Non-liturgical
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What is Liturgical worship?
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A set form of worship that follows an agreed pattern of words.
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Which denominations favour liturgical worship?
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Anglican, Methodist and Catholics
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What prayers are used in Anglican liturgical service?
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- Book of Common prayers
- Oldest Anglican service book
- Includes many prayers and services that have been used for hundreds of years.
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What is non-liturgical worship?
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A type of worship where the service does not follow a set structure or agreed pattern of words.
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What occurs in a non-liturgical service?
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The church leader is free to decide what prayers and songs to use and how to structure the service; they may even change or extend the service as it progresses. This is due to ‘following the spirit’ (being open to the influences of the Holy Spirit while worshipping).
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Which denominations favour non-liturgical worship?
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Baptists, Quakers, Pentecostal…
Primarily charismatic churches
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Why might Christians prefer liturgical worship?
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- The familiar words and set structure are comforting.
- The words have been authorised by the Church.
- The service will always take the same amount of time.
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Why might Christians prefer non-liturgical worship?
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- The Church leaders have more control over the service and are able to change it. For example, in response to an event in the news or the influence of the Holy spirit.
- Believers have more freedom to express themselves (for example, by lifting their arms or dancing).
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How may Christians pray individually?
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As well as taking part in Church services, believers also worship on their own, developing their personal connection with God.
This might involve prayer, meditation, Bible reading, singing and quiet reflection.
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What is the Liturgical service present every Sunday defined as?
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- Eucharist ( also known as Holy Communion and Mass)
- Bread and wine (representing the body and blood of Jesus Christ as stated at the Last Supper) are distributed among the congregation.
- Hymns, Bible readings and a sermon may also be present.
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What is the Non-liturgical service followed by the Quakers (or Religious Society of Friends)?
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- Followers sit in silence for significant periods of time
- It is not understood to be private worship as collectively sharing worship together.
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Define Sacrament?
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A sacrament (or sometimes referred to as an ordinance) is a rite of passage or ceremony where the grace and power of God can be received.
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Who first established Sacraments?
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Jesus
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Fill the Gaps?
Each sacrament has a _____ and _____ side:
-The _____ side refers to aspects that can be experienced with the _____ senses ( such as tasting the ______ and _____ during Eucharist).
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(1) Physical
(2) Spiritual
(3) Physical
(4) Five
(5) Bread
(6) Wine
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Fill the Gaps?
Each sacrament has a _____ and _____ side:
The ______ side refers to the spiritual ______ that a person receives from the _____.
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(1) Physical
(2) Spiritual
(3) Spiritual
(4) Blessing
(5) Sacrament
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What are 7 of the most widely recognised sacraments?
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- Baptism (EXTREMELY IMPORTANT FOR EXAM BOARD)
- Confirmation
- Eucharist (EXTREMELY IMPORTANT FOR EXAM BOARD)
- Marriage/Matrimony
- Taking holy orders
- Reconciliation
- Anointing of the Sick
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Define Baptism?
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When a person formally becomes a member if the church.
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What is the most popular sacrament?
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Infant Baptism
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Which denomination accept Infant baptism?
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Catholic, Orthodox, and Anglican churches.
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Which denomination decline Infant baptism and why?
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- Baptist and Pentecostal churches dissuade from infant baptism
- They only baptise people when they are old enough to understand the ceremony and choose it for themselves.
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How are Baptisms performed?
(1) A priest pours water three times over the child's head.
(2) The child's parents and godparents publically declare their beliefs. They hold a lighted candle.
(3) The child is welcomed into the Church.
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Why does a priest pour water three times and draw the sign of a cross over the child's head in Baptism?
To demonstrate that the trinity has entered their life and their sins have been washed away.
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Why does a child's parents and godparents publically declare their beliefs and why do they hold a lighted candle?
The candle demonstrates they and the child have passed from the darkness of sin into the light of Jesus.
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How is the candle different in Catholic baptisms and why?
In the Catholic Church, the candle is lit from the Paschal candle to show faith in the resurrection of Jesus.
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Define Confirmation and how is it similar to Baptism?
- Primarily, done by those who had performed a infant Baptism
- When a person confirms they are a member of the church and restate the promises that were made on their behalf at their baptism.
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Define Eucharist?
Re-enactment of the Last Supper that Jesus shared with his disciples, which he spoke about bread and wine being his body and blood.
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What are the different names of the Eucharist? Which denominations use these?
- 'Mass' by the Catholic church
| - 'Holy Communion' by the Anglican church.
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What do Catholics and Orthodox believe regarding the significance of the Eucharist?
-They believe in transubstantiation- that the bread and wine become the actual body and blood of Christ. This means Jesus is fully present in the bread and wine.
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How often do Christians attend Eucharist?
- Catholic: every Sunday
| - Protestants: once every few weeks
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How is the Eucharist practiced?
(1) The priest pays for God's special blessing on the wine
| (2) Each person is given a small piece of bread and sip from a cup of wine.
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What requirements are needed to participate/attend in a Eucharist?
The individual needs to be baptised.
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How are Eucharists presented differently in Orthodox churches?
In the Orthodox church, Christians receive bread soaked in wine.
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Define marriage?
The legal union between man and woman, who promise before God that they will love and respect each other until they are parted by death.
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What is the sacrament of taking Holy Orders?
When a person becomes a deacon, priest, or bishop.
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Define reconciliation?
When a person confesses their sins to a priest and these are forgiven by God.
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Define Anointing the sick?
- When a person who is very ill is anointed with Holy Oil.
| - The sick person confesses their sins and prays with the priest.
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What do members of the Church of England believe is the significance of sacraments?
- They are a symbol of God's love
| - For example, Baptism symbolises the forgiveness of sin.
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What do members of the Catholic Church believe is the significance of sacraments?
- They are things which do not symbolise but bring about effect or change.
- For example, baptism does not just symbolise the washing away of sin, it actually washes away sin.
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____________ accepts two sacraments: baptism and the Eucharist.
The Church of England
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_________ and _________ Churches accept all seven sacraments.
Catholic, Orthodox
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The _________ and the _________ accept no sacraments.
Salvation Army, Quakers
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Where are the core beliefs of the Church of England held?
In the 39 Articles of Religion
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What does the 39 Articles of Religion contain?
Important aspects of Christianity, such as Heaven and Hell, the Trinity and Salvation.
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What is the significance of the 39 Articles of Faith to those in the process of Ordination?
- The article were accepted in 1562
| - However, today, priests in the Church of England must accept the 39 articles before their ordination.
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How does the 39 Articles of Religion refer to sacraments?
Article 25 states that the Church of England will only recognise two sacraments as being 'ordained of Christ our Lord in the Gospel: Baptism and Eucharist.
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How are adult baptisms different from infant baptisms?
- Baptised through full immersion
| - Candidates make a personal testimony about why they wish to become a Christian.
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What does the Bread and Wine represent in Eucharist?
- Bread= Jesus' body
| - Wine= Jesus' blood
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What is the most important sacrament?
- Baptism
| - Without baptism, no other sacrament can be performed
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Define prayer?
Prayer is a way of communicating with God and form a personal relationship with him.
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What are the two main types of prayer?
- Set prayers
| - Informal prayers
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What are Set prayers?
Prayers that are standardised or have been written down.
For example, Book of common prayers
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Which denominations use set prayers more often?
Anglicans and Christians.
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What are the benefits of set prayers?
- Familiar words, therefore comforting
- Authorised by the Church
- Reciting them aloud with others creates a sense of unity and shared belief.
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What are Set prayers?
Prayer which are improvised with guidance from the Holy Spirit. They have no set format of words.
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Which denominations use informal prayers more often?
Evangelical and Charismatic churches.
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What are the benefits of informal prayer?
- More personal way of communicating with God
| - Allows believers to express their own particular concerns and worries
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What are private prayers?
- Christians can also pray privately, for example in their own home.
- Here they can use a mix of set and informal prayers, depending on how and what they want to communicate with God.
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What is the Lord's prayer?
A set prayer Jesus taught to his followers
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What does the Lord's prayer encompass?
- The first half of the Lord's prayer praises God and looks forward to a time when he will be fully accepted by everyone on Earth.
- The second half of the Lord's prayer asks God for 3 things: the basics needed for survival, forgiveness and the ability to resist evil.
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What is the purpose of prayer?
- To give God thanks
- Worship (showing honour and respect to God)
- Intercession (asking God to help other people)
- Supplication (asking God for something)
- Contrition (telling God about the things you have down wrong and asking for forgiveness)
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What is a pilgrimage?
A pilgrimage is a journey that a believer undertakes to strengthen their faith, to a place that has a special religious significance.
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Why do Christians undertake pilgrimages?
- Feel closer to God
- Have a spiritual or religious experience
- Seek a cure for illness
- Learn more about their faith
- Find time for prayer and meditation
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What denomination places great importance on pilgrimages and why?
Some churches, such as the Catholic Church, view pilgrimages as a central part of the Christian life.
They believe it gives Christians a special opportunity to pray and experience closeness to God
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Are pilgrimages extremely important in Protestant churches?
No
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Where are the four main places of pilgrimages for Christians?
- Jerusalem
- Iona
- Taize
- Walsingham
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What is the significance of Jerusalem?
The place where Jesus:
-Celebrated the Last supper
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What do pilgrims do in Jerusalem? What is the relevance of these activities?
Pilgrims visit sites such as:
- Mount of Olives, where Jesus often taught his followers
- Via Dolorosa, where Jesus carried his cross on the way to his crucifixion.
- Garden of Gethsemane, where he was betrayed and arrested
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Why do Christians visit Jerusalem?
Pilgrims visit Jerusalem, and other places in the Holy Land (Israel), to feel closer to God by following in Jesus' footsteps. They spend time in prayer and reflection. A special pilgrimage walk takes place every week to visit areas with spiritual, religious or historical significance.
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What is the significance of Iona?
An island off the west coast of Scotland where St Columba founded a monastic community in the 6th century. It was a place where may Saints lived
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What is the importance of the location of Iona?
One of the oldest pilgrimage sites in the UK, and played an important role in the spread of Christianity throughout Scotland.
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What do pilgrims do in Iona? What is the relevance of these activities?
The Iona Community was founded in 1938. It works for peace and social justice and welcomes pilgrims to share in this ministry.
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Where is Taize?
A small village in France where a monastic community, called the Taize Community, was established by Roger Schutz in 1940.
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What do pilgrims do in Taize? What is the relevance of these activities?
The community encourages pilgrims to find opportunities for kindness, simplicity, and reconciliation in their own lives, through sharing their monastic way of life.
Pilgrims can join in with prayer, medication and singing of chants.
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Where is Walsingham and what does it contain?
A village in Norfolk that contains the Shrine of Our Lady
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What is the significance of Walsingham?
In 1061, a noblewoman had a vision of the Virgin Mary. The Virgin showed her the house in Nazareth where the Angel Gabriel told Mary that she would be Mother of Jesus. A copy of this house- called the Holy House- was built in Walsingham.
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Where did Christian pilgrimages get their roots from?
Jewish Pilgrimages
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What is Holy Week?
- The week before Easter Sunday
- Final week of Lent, which is a 6-week period of reflection and preparation in the run-up to Easter.
- During this week, Christians may fast, pray, put right thing they have done, or give to the poor. They can also visit Church services that are dedicated to the remembrance of the final days of Jesus' life and his death.
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What is the purpose of Easter Sunday
To celebrate the resurrection of Jesus
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What is the background information behind Easter Sunday?
The Bible tells how, after he died, Jesus was buried in a tomb with a huge stone sealing the entrance on Sunday morning, some of Jesus' followers found the stone had been rolled away and the tomb was empty. Soon afterwards they saw and spoke to Jesus, who had risen from the dead.
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What is the relevance of Palm Sunday?
- Jesus arrived in Jerusalem on a donkey, greeted by huge crowds.
- A prophecy in the Old Testament predicted that the Messiah would arrive in this way
- Today, Christians receive a small palm cross as a reminder.
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What is the relevance of Holy Monday?
Mary (sister of Saint Martha) anointed Jesus with oil at the town, as a sign of God's approval.
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What is the relevance of Holy Tuesday?
Jesus predicted that Judas would betray him.
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What is the relevance of Holy Wednesday?
Jesus and the high priests arranged Jesus' arrest
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What is the relevance of Maundy Thursday?
- Jesus washed the feet of his disciples
- They ate together (The Last Supper)
- Judas kisses Jesus on the cheek signifying his betrayal of Jesus
- Jesus is arrested
- Today, some Churches hold a meal in reflection of the original Last Supper.
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What is the relevance of Maundy Thursday?
- Jesus died on the cross
| - Today, Christians take part in solemn processions or reenactments of the events leading up to Jesus' death.
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What is the relevance of Holy Saturday?
- Jesus went to hell, to forgive humanity for their sins, and preached to the dead.
- Today Christians take part in vigils.
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What is the relevance of Easter Sunday?
- Jesus' resurrection
| - Christians worship and praise Jesus in Church services during this day.
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What is advent? When does it begin and end?
- Begins on the Sunday closest to November 30
| - Ends on 24 December
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What do Christians do every Sunday of Advent?
Light a candle on an advent wreath
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Why do Christians light a candle on an advent wreath?
This anticipates the 'light' of Jesus that entered the world with his birth.
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What is the point of Christmas?
In order to celebrate the incarnation and birth of Jesus
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Narrate the story of Jesus' birth?
In the Bible, Luke and Matthew:
- The angel Gabriel appeared to Mary to tell her that she would be the mother of God's son.
- Mary accepted God's will and became pregnant
- Mary and her husband Joseph travelled to Bethlehem, where Mary gave birth to Jesus.
- Jesus was visited by the Sheperd's and the wise men
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What special services by Churches are held during Christmas?
- A carol service
- A vigil (where believers stay awake at night in order to pray)
- A midnight mass on Christmas Eve
- Nativity plays.
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When is Christmas?
25th December (however this was presumed to not actually be Jesus' Birthday)
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What Christmas traditions occur between family and friends?
- Cards and presents are given
- Houses are decorated
- A special meal is shared
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Why do Christians do these Christmas traditions?
To express the meaning of Christmas by helping others and sharing with them.
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What objects do Christians use during the festival of Advent?
- Advent Calendars
| - Candles
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What is the purpose of Easter?
- Remembering the crucifixion, where Jesus died in order for humanity to be forgiven for its sins
- Celebrating the resurrection of Jesus
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What special services are held during Easter? Why are these actions done?
- Re-enactment of the crucifixion on Good Friday
- Hot-cross buns may be eaten
These are done to remind Christians of Jesus' death at the cross in order to forgive the sins of humanity.
-Cards and presents may be given on Easter Sunday, along with Easter eggs to represent the empty tomb of Jesus after his resurrection.
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Why is Easter more important than Christmas?
- Celebrates the resurrection of Jesus, which gives hope for an afterlife with God. Therefore, Easter is more important than Christmas as it gives evidence of life after death.
- The death of Jesus is remembered at Christmas time, Jesus died for the sins of the whole world. This is a crucial event in the history of Christianity and more relevant than Jesus' death, which is celebrated at Christmas.
- The resurrection of Jesus is an essential event in the history of Christianity as it gives proof of his divinity as the son of God. It also provides hope and evidence of God's love for this world in sending his son to redeem the sin's of humanity.
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Why is Christmas more important than Easter?
- Without the birth of Jesus, there wouldn't be the death and resurrection of Jesus or even Christianity at all. Therefore, Christmas is arguably is the most important celebration.
- Christmas is celebrated by more people than Easter, demonstrating it has a wider social relevance than Easter and, therefore is the more important Christian celebration.
- The birth of Jesus signifies the start of the religion. Christians recognise the importance of tracing the roots of their religion, so this event would be important in achieving this and the celebration of the birth of Jesus in a way of marking this occasion.
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What is the most popular religion?
Christianity (2.4 billion members
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What is the fastest-growing Christian denomination?
Pentecostalism (a Protestant movement)
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Is Christianity growing or falling? What percent of the UK is Christian?
- Christianity is growing globally, but falling in the UK.
- This is happening despite the fact that, according to the 2011 census, 59.3% of the UK population claiming to be Christian.
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What is the mission of the Church?
To spread the Christian faith.
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What is the purpose of Missionary work?
- Spread Jesus' teachings
- Establish and run monasteries, churches and schools
- Work among the poor to help their lives
- Call people to follow Jesus and turn away from sin and evil
- Invite non-Christians to convert to Christianity
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Who were the first missionaries?
- Original followers of Jesus
- The most famous early missionary was St Paul, who travelled thousands of miles to preach the gospel.
- William Carey and Eric are also some of the most prominent Missionaries
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How do Missionaries help locally?
- Many Christian try to contribute to the Great Commission by showing their faith through their everyday actions.
- Local churches take part in missionary work by welcoming in non-believers and reaching out to the local community, for example by providing practical support for those in need.
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How do Missionaries help globally?
- Christian countries send missionaries abroad and also receive them from elsewhere.
- The UK typically sends out 15 thousand missionaries per year, whilst receiving 10 thousand.
- Helping those in need is part of missionary work. Missionaries abroad often provide education, run medical facilities, or support local communities in other ways.
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Why are Missionaries who travel abroad criticised?
- Some only spread Western Values.
- Can infect the local population with foreign germs and diseases.
- Could be seen as taking advantage of people in vulnerable situations, for example, suffering after natural disasters if they then convert.
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Define Evangelism?
Evangelism is preaching the Christian faith in order to attract new believers.
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How does missionary work differ from evangelism?
Missionaries focus more on using their actions to inspire others to convert to Christianity, whereas evangelists are dependant on their words.
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Why is evangelism important?
- Helps the poor and suffering to have hope
- Keep the message of Christianity alive and relevant to life today.
- Encourages other Christians to share the message of their faith as well and obey the Great Commission.
- Brings new Christians into the Church.
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What is the Great Commission?
In Christianity, the Great Commission is the instruction of the resurrected Jesus Christ to his disciples to spread the gospel to all the nations of the world.
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How do Evangelists help locally?
- Most Christians share their faith with others by talking about it in everyday conversations.
- Local Churches often run Alpha courses, which provide a relaxed introduction to Christianity through a series of talks and discussions.
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How do Evangelists help globally?
- Professional evangelists can be very public figures, skilled at speaking to large crowds or audiences.
- They use TV, radio, social media, music or and even comedy to communicate their message, as well as speaking at Christian events.
- Some of the most famous Evangelists include Joel Osteen and Kirk Cameron.
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How do Churches grow locally?
- Local churches fund community projects to spread the words of God.
- Events are open to non-believers and introduce them to Christianity.
- Local Churches join together and involve themselves with ecumenical work.
- Local churches provide community support through creating local food banks or events for children.
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How do Churches grow nationally?
- Nation faith-based events may be held
- Conferences, summer camps for children, educational projects, or charity events.
- Special event days may be held where Christians from different denominations share their faith.
- Churches from different areas may work together on community projects.
- Many churches may work together to help the disadvantaged or by providing a play area or allotment
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How do Churches grow globally?
- Opportunities to help create links with Christians in different countries
- Involved through spreading the Christian message globally through missionary projects.
- People can choose to go to underdeveloped areas and help with building work, education, or shared projects.
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Define Parish?
A community of local believers within a particular denomination
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How does the local church support individual believers and the community through community space?
They provide a space for Christians to come together as a community with a shared identity.
Help Christians to feel less isolated.
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How does the local church support individual believers and the community when they are in need?
- Offers spiritual support and prayer for those in need.
- Offers practical support and advice, for example, by running a childcare group or providing access to financial advice.
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How do Evangelist local churches support individual believers and the community?
-Welcome non-Christians and tell them about the faith
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How does the local church support individual believers and the community facing social injustices?
- Supports groups that campaign for justice and peace.
| - Raise money for charity
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How does the local church support individual believers and the community through outreach work?
Reaches out to vulnerable people in the community to provide help
For example by running a food bank, working with families to resolve problems, visiting those in prison or hospital, organising or running community activities.
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How does the local church support individual believers and the community through education?
- Teaches people about the faith through church services, Bible study groups, and more.
- Helps people to follow jesus' teachings in their own lives.
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How does the local church support individual believers and the community through worship and celebrations?
- Provides regular opportunities for worship through church services.
- Conduct special services such as baptisms, weddings, and funerals.
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What is the purpose of ecumenism?
- Give Christians a greater understanding and tolerance of different ideas within the faith
- Strengthens the Christian community by reducing discrimination and conflict.
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Why is the local church important?
- Unites local community
- Provides support and comfort
- Can give advice from sources of authority, such as a minister or vicar
- Gives identity and belonging to people in a community
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How does the local church support individual believers and the community through creating a sense of Christian Identity?
-Organising events to unite people in the community and create a sense of Christian Identity.
These include:
- Clubs for children, such as Sunday school or youth groups, to educate them or introduce them to the Christian faith.
- Social groups, such as coffee mornings to create social opportunities for Christians to share their faith together.
- Bible study groups where Christians can understand and discuss their faith together.
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What is the purpose of Ecumenism?
Ecumenism attempts to break down barriers between different Christians denominations, reminding all Christians that they are all followers of God and believe in Jesus.
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How does the local church support individual believers and the community through ecumenism?
- Groups of Christians may visit each other or hold events to help achieve unity.
- Some ecumenical church communities may share buildings or hold joint services.
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What are the roles of the Church?
- Sharing the Gospel to all
- Helping those in need
- Encouraging peace and harmony
- Supporting missionary work
- Influencing debates on issues such as abortion and same-sex marriage
- Bringing the Christian community together through ecumenism.
- Representing Jesus on Earth.
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Define Reconciliation
Means restoring peace and friendship between individuals and groups.
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What two methods do Churches use in order to encourage reconciliation?
- Ecumenical movement
| - World Council of Churches
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How does the World Council of Churches pursue reconciliation?
- Organising days of united prayer
- Campaigning for peace and human right
- Speaking out against oppression and terrorism
- Supporting missionaries
- Providing help to those in need.
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Define Persecution?
Persecution is the ill-treatment of an individual or group.
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How many Christians approximately die due to persecution because of their faith?
100,000
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Define Charity
Helping those in need.
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What is Christain Aid?
- UK-based charity
- Helps people in need, regardless of race, gender and background.
- The Charity runs from the goodwill and donations from Christian, Churches and even the general public.
- The charity was founded on the principal of justice and fairness, and aims to follow Jesus' teachings to love one another.
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What 3 ways do Christian aid help those in need?
- Providing immediate aid
- Providing long-term aid
- Running campaigns
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How does Christian aid provide immediate aid?
- Food, shelter and clothing in time of disaster
| - For example, in 2018, the charity gave aid to the Rohingya refugees fleeing Myanmar
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How does Christian aid provide long-term aid?
- Education and farming equipment in countries like Ethiopia and Afghanistan.
- This aims to help the poor to become self-sufficient.
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How does Christian aid run campaigns?
- The charity runs campaigns that aim to raise awareness and to influence those in positions of power.
- The campaigns focus on some of the underlying causes of poverty for example climate change.
