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