Re-10.2 Flashcards
What does church as the means to faith mean
The true faith of Christianity has been kept through Apostolic Succession. The Apostles were taught from Jesus so the Church can learn the true faith through the apostles.
In Bible readings and the homily, Christians can learn about their faith and deepen their faith. Pope’s and Bishops interpret the Bible which is read in the Church meaning it is the means to faith for some people. It is the only place where the Eucharist can be received
Holy
Of or relating to God, Sacred
Importance of the communion of saints
It’s the teachings of the creeds and catechism which are the basis or Christian faith. It means that all Christians are important. It allows prayers to be said for the dead so that they can ascend into heaven. There is communion among Holy people because everyone in the Church shares the Holy Spirit
Importance of Apostolic Tradition
It gives the Church authority of Jesus to teach the faith.
It means that the teaching of the Church is the teaching of the Apostles. This means that if we’re following it, we are basically following what Jesus said. It guarantees what we are taught is correct
Importance of Apostolic Succession
The authority of St Peter had been passed down to the current Pope meaning he has as much authority as Jesus gave to Peter.
Anglican Churches
Churches in communion with the Church of England
Nonconformist Churches
Protestant Christians separated from the Church of England
Importance of the Pope
Responsible for magisterium.
Head of the Church who appoints Bishops and Cardinals
Successor of St Peter
He is infallible when he speaks in ex cathedra
Importance of Bishops
In charge of Priests in the diocese, he must make sure there’s enough Priests doing their job correctly
Appoints Priests
A link between parishes
Informs us of changes made to the magisterium
Bishops
Priest ms specially chosen by the Pope who are responsible for all the churches in a diocese
