Living The Christian Life

Question 1

What is a pilgrimage?

Answer 1

A pilgrimage is a journey that a believer undertakes to strengthen their faith, to a place that has a special religious significance.

Question 2

What event does Luke 2: 41-52 describe?

Answer 2

It describes a pilgrimage that Jesus made with his parents to Jerusalem when he was 12 years old.

Question 3

What did Jesus refer to the Temple as?

Answer 3

‘my Father’s house.’

Question 4

When did pilgrimages become more popular in Christianity?

Answer 4

From the fourth century onwards.

Question 5

Name an important pilgrimage site.

Answer 5

Jerusalem

Question 6

True or False: Pilgrimages are only significant in Christianity.

Answer 6

False

Question 7

Fill in the blank: Pilgrimages can help Christians to _______ their faith.

Answer 7

[strengthen]

Question 9

What do Christians use celebrations for?

Answer 9

To remember and give thanks for the most important events in their faith.

Question 10

What are the two most important Christian celebrations?

Answer 10

• Christmas
• Easter Sunday

Question 11

What is Holy Week?

Answer 11

The week just before Easter Sunday and the final week of Lent.

Question 12

What is Lent?

Answer 12

A six-week period of reflection and preparation leading up to Easter.

Question 13

What practices do Christians engage in during Lent?

Answer 13

• Fasting
• Praying
• Putting right things they’ve done wrong
• Giving to the poor

Question 14

What does Easter Sunday celebrate?

Answer 14

The resurrection of Jesus.

Question 15

What happened to Jesus’ tomb on Easter Sunday?

Answer 15

The stone sealing the entrance was rolled away and the tomb was empty.

Question 16

What did Jesus’ followers do after finding the empty tomb?

Answer 16

They saw and spoke to Jesus, who had risen from the dead.

Question 17

What was the disagreement in early Christianity regarding resurrection?

Answer 17

Whether the dead could be raised back to life.

Question 18

What did the Apostle Paul say about Jesus’ resurrection?

Answer 18

If Christ has not been raised, our preaching is useless and so is your faith.

Question 19

How do most Christians today interpret Jesus’ resurrection?

Answer 19

As a physical resurrection.

Question 20

How do some liberal Christians interpret the resurrection?

Answer 20

Metaphorically.

Question 21

What is the significance of Holy Week?

Answer 21

A time for solemn church services that remember the final days of Jesus’ life and his death.

Question 22

What event is commemorated on Palm Sunday?

Answer 22

Jesus’ arrival in Jerusalem on a donkey, greeted by huge crowds.

Question 23

What Old Testament prophecy relates to Palm Sunday?

Answer 23

That the Messiah would come riding on a donkey.

Question 24

Fill in the blank: Holy Week is the week just before _______.

Answer 24

[Easter Sunday]

Question 25

What role does the local church play in the lives of believers?

Answer 25

It provides a space for worship and offers spiritual and practical support to the local community.

Question 26

What is a parish?

Answer 26

A community of local believers who belong to a particular denomination.

Question 27

What is the mission of each local church?

Answer 27

To preach the gospel and make God's kingdom a reality in their area.

Question 28

Who is entrusted with the care of the parish?

Answer 28

The parish priest.

Question 29

According to 1 Peter 5:1-4, how should church leaders behave?

Answer 29

They should be eager, humble, and set good examples to others.

Question 30

What reward do church leaders receive for their good behavior?

Answer 30

The crown of glory that will never fade away.

Question 31

What support does the local church offer to those in need?

Answer 31

* Spiritual support and prayer * Practical support and advice, such as running a childcare group or providing access to financial advice.

Question 32

What community services does the local church provide?

Answer 32

* Provides a space for Christians to come together * Helps Christians to feel less isolated.

Question 33

What opportunities does the local church provide for worship?

Answer 33

* Regular church services * Special services such as baptisms, weddings, and funerals.

Question 34

How does the local church educate its members?

Answer 34

* Teaches about the faith through church services * Conducts Bible study groups.

Question 35

What is the role of evangelism in the local church?

Answer 35

It welcomes non-Christians and tells them about the Christian faith.

Question 36

What outreach activities does the local church engage in?

Answer 36

It reaches out to vulnerable people in the community, such as running a food bank.

Question 37

What is the local church's stance on social justice?

Answer 37

* Supports groups that campaign for justice and peace * Raises money for charity.

Question 38

Fill in the blank: A local church forms a focal point for those in the parish, whose care is entrusted to the _______.

Answer 38

parish priest.

Question 39

True or False: The local church only focuses on worship and does not provide any practical support.

Answer 39

False.

Question 40

What is the primary aim of the Christian Church?

Answer 40

To make a positive difference in the world.

Question 41

What role does the Church play in helping those in need?

Answer 41

By supporting charities like Christian Aid.

Question 42

What does reconciliation mean in the context of the Church?

Answer 42

Restoring peace and friendship between individuals or groups.

Question 43

Which biblical reference emphasizes the ministry of reconciliation?

Answer 43

2 Corinthians 5:18 [NIV].

Question 44

What teaching of Jesus relates to the Church's work in reconciliation?

Answer 44

'Love one another' (John 13:34 [NIV]).

Question 45

What is one way the Church encourages peace and harmony?

Answer 45

By influencing debates on issues such as abortion and same-sex relationships.

Question 46

What is ecumenism in the context of the Church?

Answer 46

Bringing the Christian community together.

Question 47

What is the World Council of Churches?

Answer 47

A global organization that pursues reconciliation and peace.

Question 48

List two activities organized by the World Council of Churches.

Answer 48

* Organizing days of prayer * Campaigning for peace

Question 49

Fill in the blank: The Church supports _______ work.

Answer 49

[missionary]

Question 50

True or False: The Church does not play a role in influencing social debates.

Answer 50

False

Question 51

What is one way the Church works for reconciliation?

Answer 51

Through the ecumenical movement.

Question 52

How does the Church aim to have a positive impact on the world?

Answer 52

By helping those in need and promoting reconciliation.