Redemption Flashcards
What do churches do for people?
They meet to worship together
provide an individual space for prayer
Churches before 1965
They always faced east towards Jerusalem and were in a cross shape the altar was always against the east wall
Churches after 1965
The altar is more towards the centre of the church to encourage people to join in
Crucifix
Shows Jesus on the cross and represents him being crucified and reminds christians that he died to save humanity
Cross
A cross without the figure of christ on it, a symbol of Christ victory over sin and death
Risen Cross
Focusses on christ as the risen, glorified saviour- Holy communion catholics are reminded that they receive the body and blood
Lectern
Reading stand from where the bible readings are given, at least two readings are given from the lectern at every mass
Crucifix
Representation of Jesus, reminds christians of the suffering Jesus went through
Altar
The place of the sacrifice where the bread and wine are offered at mass
Tabernacle
A box where the consecrated bread are kept
Altar or table
Some churches use an altar for the mass, a reminder of Jesus’ sacrifice on the cross, some churches use a table to remind them of the last supper
God gave humans free will
Humans can sin because God gave humans free will, god wants them to choose actively, rather than follow him
Original sin
The catholic teaches that all people are born with the tendency to commit sin
Sin has broken relationship
Sin has broken the relationship between God, humanity and the whole of creation, God the son because Jesus to help the perfect relationship with God be restored
Jesus’ death
Jesus lived his life in total obedience to the will of God the father- helped to restore the relationship between God and humans
Jesus’ resurrection
Three days after his death, Jesus was raised back to life by God- destroyed the ultimate power if sin and death- helped to restore the harmony of creation
Jesus’ ascension
40 days after Jesus was resurrected he ascended to heaven- helped to restore the cosmic order.
Jesus’ death and burial
4 steps in the action to redeem humanity and restore the relationship between God, humanity and the whole of creation
Jesus’ death and burial for Christians
Gives them hope like Jesus that they will be resurrected after death and raised up to have eternal life with God
Significance of Jesus’ ascension
Shows that Jesus is with the father, sharing his glory for all eternity, they will all be raised up to heaven
Salvation
Jesus redeemed humanity through his death, people can be saved from sin and eternal operation from God