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What has free will and sin got to do with redemption

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God gave humans free will because he wants us to choose him-without a choice it would not be true freedom

Therefore sin has to exist

Adam and Eve sin broke the relationship between God and humans

It also broke the relationship between God and the whole of creation

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What has Jesus got to do with redemption

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Jesus made up for Adam and Eve sin - he brought humans back into a relationship with God

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How did Jesus’s death redeem humanity

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Jesus redeemed humanity through obedience to God and his death

Jesus continue to show love even on the cross

This shows that God is with us even in death

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How did Jesus’s burial redeem humanity

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Jesus descends into hell and all those who had died rose to heaven with Jesus

God is with us even in death

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How did Jesus’s resurrection redeem humanity

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This made life after death possible

This actually happened Christians believe

Jesus appeared in bodily form he could be touched and he could eat

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How did Jesus’s Ascension redeem humanity

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If Christ had not been risen your faith is futile

This shows Jesus is with the father

Jesus promised to send his spirit to all people

This gives us faith

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What is the meaning of salvation

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Freedom from sin and eternal separation from God

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What are catholic beliefs about salvation

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Catholics believe salvation is ongoing began with Jesus’s death and resurrection and will be completed at the end of time

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What was salvation like in the past

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Salvation came through Jesus’s death and resurrection

Defeated power of sin and death made it possible to go to heaven

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What is salvation like in the present

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Sin still exists

People have to accept it or reject it. accept by asking forgiveness

Holy spirit guides us to heaven

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What is salvation like in the future

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Salvation will be completed when the kingdom of God is fully established

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How does the crucifixion shows redemption in the Bible

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Jesus the example - Jesus showed total obedience to God

Jesus the restorer - his death restored the relationship between man and God (the Vale in the temple is torn into two)

Jesus the Victor - victorious over suffering and death, we can do this

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How does the resurrection shows redemption in the Bible

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When Jesus first appeared to Mary Magdalen she did not recognise him

Jesus was physically present but also different

This shows that the redemption change creation

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How does the Ascension shows redemption in the Bible

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Before his ascension Jesus told his disciples to spread his message to the ends of the Earth. This meant everyone can share in his redemption.

Two angels said “Jesus will return and complete redemption”

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How does the pentecost shows redemption in the Bible

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On Pentecost the apostles were filled with the power of the holy spirit this gave them the courage and the language to teach about Jesus so they can complete their redemption

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What is Saint Irenaeus teaching on salvation - salvation metaphors

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The “tree of the cross”

The tree of knowledge created the need for salvation. This broke the relationship with God

The cross brought salvation too all ,through Jesus’s death

Jesus obeyed God by dying on the “tree”

This restore the relationship

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What is Saint Anselm teaching on salvation - salvation metaphors

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We are “The slaves to sin “and Jesus paid to set us free

This is what would happen in the slave trade

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What are the two sides of consciousness

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Natural instinct

It needs to be educated

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What are the things associated with natural instinct

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people instinctively know what’s the right things to do are

God guide people to make the right decisions

People should listen to what God is telling me

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Things associated with this side of conscience that needs to be educated

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Needs to be shaped and develop so it is interpreted correctly

We can only do the right thing when we have enough knowledge

This can be done by listening to others especially church teachings

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What does the start of the mass have to do with redemption

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The congregation represents the body of Christ on Earth

Catholics believe that Christ is present amongst them when they gather together

Forgiveness strengthens their relationship with God and each other as they accept that God has forgiven and redeem them

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What does the readings in the mass have to do with redemption

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The readings remind Catholics that God has guided his people

Through the gospel Jesus showed his words and actions how God loves and forgives all people

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What does the offertory in the mess have to do with redemption

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These are brought to God on behalf of the congregation as a sign of Thanksgiving

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What does the Eucharistic prayer and consecration have to do with redemption

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The command to eat and drink enables Christians to share in Jesus’s offerings made to God on the cross

The command “do this in memory of me “ reminders Christians that each time they celebrate the Eucharist they make the event a reality not just a past event

The mass renews the new covenant. This refers to the new relationship between God and humanity that was established in Jesus died on the cross

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What does communion at Mass have to do with redemptions

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Catholics received the body and blood of Christ

This Binds them to Christ and the new covenant

They receive gods grace which gives them the strength and kindness to resist sines and to follow Jesus teachings

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What does the end of the mass have to be with redemption

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Catholics leave the church to share the presence of Christ with everyone they meet, so helping to spread the kingdom of God on earth

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What are the words of institution

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These are the words that Jesus said at the last supper. The priest repeats these in the consecration of the bread and wine

“Take this all of you and eat of it this is my body which will be given to you. Take this all of you and drink from it for this is the chalice of my blood”

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What does the words of institution represent

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When these words are said the bread and wine become the body and blood of Christ -Transubstantiation

The bread and wine look the same but in reality they have changed this is shown by the words “this is my body “

By taking Christ’s blood and body, his followers are able to share in the redeeming effect of his death and resurrection

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What is the Agnus Dei

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This is the prayer is said shortly before communion. It is referred to as the “Lamb of God “ and recall the Jews escape from Egypt

” Lamb of God you take away the sins of the world have mercy on us Lamb of God take away the sins of the world Grant us peace “

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What does the Agnus Dei mean to christians

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The last supper was a Passover meal celebrating the Jews escape from Egypt

Reminds us of when God ordered each Jewish household to kill and eat a lamb marking the front door with some of its blood and meaning that the angel of death will not kill the male, firstborns of the house

The prayer tells us that Jesus is the new Lamb of God because the sacrifice of his death save humanity from the ultimate power of sin and death

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Why is the mass the summit of Christian life

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The offering of Christ on the cross is the highest form of prayer to God as the mass re-enact Christ sacrifice it is the highest form of prayer for Christian

The mass celebrated and re-enact the most important event in Christianity

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Why is the mass the source of Christian life

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The body and blood gives life to the soul just as normal food gives life to the human body

Offering the mass on Sunday is the perfect way “to keep only the sabbath day” as it celebrates the day of resurrection every Sunday.

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What are orthodox Christians understanding of the Eucharist

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Like Catholics they believe Christ is fully present in the consecrated bread and wine

Differences to Catholicism include:

The Eucharist is always celebrated with the community, a catholic priest can see mass on his own

The consecration takes place behind a screen that divides the holy part of the church from the congregation, this is because the consecration is too Holy to be seen directly by the congregation

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What are anglican Christians understanding of the Eucharist

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Some share the catholic understanding that The bread and wine become the body and blood of Christ

Many believe the spirit of Christ is received when communion is given

Christ is spiritually present but the bread and wine do you not literally become the body and blood of Christ

Christ is present in the community that shares the eucharist

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What are quakers and the salvation army understanding of the Eucharist

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These groups do not celebrate any form of Eucharist

Instead they believe that Christ is present through the spirit who inspires their prayers and actions

They do not practice the sacrament as they believe the whole of life is a sacrament

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How do churches inspire and help worship

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The care that has been put into the design and decoration of the church and devotion to God and help people feel that God is respected

Statues of saints encourage and inspire Christian to follow their example

Side chapels are small areas where believers can play in a quiet space

Images like the stations of the cross inspire Christians to reflect on Jesus suffering

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What was the design of the catholic church and mass before 1965

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The altar was against the east wall before 1965. Mass was said in Latin, Priest would normally speak very quietly with his back towards the congregation meaning that the people would not be very involved in the service

The church was in the shape of a cross

The church will be built facing Jerusalem

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What was the design of the catholic church and mass after 1965

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The altar is in the centre of the church. Mass was said in English, he would have his face to the congregation meaning that the people would be involved in the service

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What are the four ways that Christ is present at Mass

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In the consecrated bread

In the word proclaimed in the Bible readings

In the priest(Working through him) especially in the consecration

In the worshippers, as the body of Christ (the church)

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What are the four main features of a church

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Lectern

Crucifix

Alter

Tabernacle

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Why is the lectern a main feature of the church

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The lectern is the reading stand, from where Bible readings are read

Readings from the old Testament remind christians how God has guided his people from the beginning, while reading from the new Testament tell christians about Jesus’s actions and teachings

The lectern should be in a prominent places in the church so people can see and clearly hear the word of God

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Why is the crucifix a main feature of the church

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The crucifix is a model or image of a cross with Jesus crucified on it

It reminds Christians of the suffering that Jesus went through to save humanity

It inspires gratitude and love for all that Christ has done for humanity, including the forgiveness of their sins

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Why is the alter a main feature of the church

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The alter is the place of sacrifice, from where the bread and wine offered to God at Mass

During the consecration this offering joins with Jesus’ offering of himself to the Father through his death on the cross

Christ truly present on the altar, offering himself to the father on behalf of humanity

In return the father strengthens the lives and faith of believers when they receive the body and blood of Christ in communion

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Why is the tabernacle a main feature of the church

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The tabernacle is a box where the consecrated bread is kept after the mass

It houses the real presence of Christ, so many Catholics like to pray in front of it

It can inspire a deep sense of peace, as it reminds Catholics that Christ is still caring for them

The consecrated bread that is saved in the tabernacle can be taken to people who can’t go to mass

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What is a table

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A table is where people eat from

During the Last Supper Jesus told his disciples to eat his bread and drink his blood, “which will be given up for you “

By giving himself to his disciples in the form of bread and wine Jesus is giving his disciples a share in the effects of his sacrifice

Using a table at mass is a reminder of his belief

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What is an altar

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The alter is a place of sacrifice and Thanksgiving

For Catholics the most important alter is the cross on which Jesus sacrificed his life

At Mass the congregation joins in with giving thanks for christ sacrifice

Use of an altar at mass is a reminder that Jesus sacrifice is being made again through the offering of bread and wine

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Why do some Christians like to focus on the crucifix

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Shows Christ crucified on the cross

A reminder of the suffering that Jesus endured for the love of humanity

Helps Christians to feel grateful for Jesus’s sacrifice and love

Many questions like the crucifix to be present at maths as this serves as a re-enactment of the sacrifice of Jesus’s death

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Why do some Christians like to focus on the cross

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A cross without the figure of Jesus on it

A symbol of Christ victory over sin and death-Jesus is not on the cross because he has a risen

Christians who are wary about portraying Jesus through art may prefer to use a cross

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Why do some Christians like to focus on the risen Christ

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Focuses on Christ as the risen, glorified saviour

Remind Catholics that in holy communion they receive the body, blood, soul and dignity of the risen Christ

Like the cross, the risen Christ emphasises Jesus is resurrection and how important this was

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