Paper 1.3 - Sources of wisdom and authority Flashcards
What is the magesterium
the master given to popes and bishops, giving them the authority to make decisions and guide the Catholic church
What is the order of church clergy
- Pope
- Cardinals
- Archbishop
- Bishop
- Priest
How has the magisterium been passed down
Apostolic succession - through centuries of popes and bishops
What are the 2 forms of magisterium
ordinary and extraordinary
What is ordinary magisterium
every day teachings of the church passed through sermons and masses
What is extraordinary magesterium
Special decisions decided by popes and bishops all together in a big meeting or even rarely made by the pope alone
What is the Catechism and why is it helpful
A published guide for priests and bishops to help them teach the laity. It is helpful because it helps catholics to gain wider knowledge of the church
Why is the magisterium important today
- interpret the bible and modernise it
- continue apostolic tradition and keep alive hundred year old scriptures. It connects the modern day to the old
- It unites the catholic community
What is second vatican council
A discussion about modernising the catholic church
What were the 4 stages of the second vatican council
- Sacred Liturgy
- Constitution
- Divine revelation
- Modern world
What changes did SVC scared liturgy make
Mass could now be said in local languages rather than latin, so people can understand what is being said
What changes did SVC constitution make
They addressed that you don’t have to be a catholic to achieve salvation, any religion could. It also reminded people to go to mass
What changes did SVC divine revelation make
Reinforced the fact that the bible was inspired and not written by God.
What changes did SVC modern world make
It focused on Justice and Peace by talking about having a unified church and highlighting / helping societal issues
Sowa for the SVC
” Jesus perfected revelation” 3
What are the 4 marks of the church
the church being one, holy, catholic and apostolic. They represent the church and their mission today
What does “one” mean in the 4MOTC and how is it shown
we are unified as one body and represent the church. We show this through going to mass and taking sacraments
What does “Holy” mean in the 4MOTC and how is it shown
That catholics have a special purpose in the church. It is shown through following Bible teachings as we are respecting God. It is important because we grow closer with God
What does “catholic” mean in the 4MOTC and how is it shown
global and universal, catholics are everywhere. This is shown through the church itself as God is present at all times
What does “Apostolic” mean in the 4MOTC and how is it shown
living out the tradition which has been passed down from apostles. It is shown through Pope saint peters morals being passed down through traditions and is important because it unites old and new scriptures
SOWA for the 4 marks of the church
Nicene creed “we believe in the church as one, holy, catholic and apostolic”
SOWA for personal and ethical decision making
“Love thy neighbour” directly states to love everyone equally. The ten commandments in general
How do Catholics make decisions
- Conscience
- Bible
- Magesterium
- Jesus
Why is Jesus good to follow for ethical decisions
He is a direct descendant of God meaning he is Holy. He displayed Love, Forgiveness and Justice seen through his moral stories
Why is Natural law good to follow fro ethical decisions
Natural law is about understanding the human purpose in life. If catholics realise these purposes and adhere to the purposes then they are being entirely ethical
What does Natural law state the purposes are
- Preserve human life
- Worship God
- Educate and seek truth
- Live in Society
Why is our conscience good for ethical decisions
Because conscience is seen as an innate voice from God meaning it is pure and holy . Our conscience is also often built by our upbringing and scriptures around us, which is usually positive, but in some cases it is a bad thing
