Religious Tradition Depth Study 2 Flashcards
Who is Dorothy Day?
- Dad was a sports journalist which caused their family to travel frequently
- Her mother was extremely involved in voluntary work.
- The 1920s - after the first world war, children were no longer restricted by their parents, women were more liberated.
- During this time she moved away from traditional values and was very involved in women’s right, particularly the suffragette movement during this bohemian stage of her life.
- She then began to work at a newspaper and this was the beginning of her social justice action as she wrote articles about the homeless and their rights regarding renting
What was the contribution of Dorothy Day on Christianity?
Dorothy rejuvenated Christian teaching and ideology;
- She reminded Christians of the true meaning of “loving thy neighbour” (Matthew 25) and turned this teaching to practice (i.e House of hospitality / serving the poor / feeding the hungry).
- She also modelled the Beatitudes in her everyday life “Blessed are the poor in spirit”… “Blessed are the meek”… Blessed are the peacemaker” (She was faithful, humble, merciful, strove for justice)
- She was a Pacist-advocate for peace as evident through her protests against war, conscription and discrimination. She used the Catholic Worker as a tool to promote peace carrying on Jesus’ example of non-violence.
What was the effect of Dorothy Day on Christianity?
Dorothy Day is an extremely important figure in modern-day Christianity. Her acts still empower and inspire many individuals today to follow in her footsteps and promote the word of God. Pope Francis commented on Dorothy Day and her immense impact in American Social Justice - (secondary source)
What is the importance of Baptism?
The purpose of Baptism is to be welcomed into the Christian community. It invites those participating to form a relationship with God. In some denominations such as the Greek Orthodox Church, Baptism is crucial to reach salvation. - Jesus instructed his followers to baptise people in his name (Matthew 28:19).
How does Baptism express the beliefs of Christianity?
- The principle belief of the divinity and humanity of Jesus: In his humanity, Jesus commissioned people to baptise in his name. (Matthew 28:19)
- The principle belief of the Death and Resurrection of Jesus: Paul to the Romans: 6:3-4: We are baptised into Jesus’ death so we resurrect with him.
- The princi[;e belief in The Holy Trinity: The sign of the cross is used during the rite in a number of places.
Name two quotes from the Bible referencing Baptism.
- “Don’t you know that all of us who were baptised into Christ Jesus were baptised into his death?” (Romans 6:3).
- “No one can enter the Kingdom of God unless they are born of water and the Spirit” (John 3:5).
Analyse the significance of Baptism for BOTH the individual and the Christian community.
For the individual -
- Gives them access to any other rites of sacraments offered by the Church.
- Introduces them to life guided by the Holy Spirit.
- Accesses gifts of the Holy Spirit
- Rite of initiation into the Church
For the Christian community -
- Links to the earliest Christian communities
- Can renew their baptismal promises.
- Entire community bears some responsibility for spiritual life.
Name six Signs and Symbols in Baptism.
- Water: Used to symbolise the purifying change that comes with forgiveness.
- The Sign of the Cross: Affirms the belief in God and the Trinity.
- Oil: Symbolic of the gifts of the Holy Spirit, blessed by the Bishop.
- Candles: Symbolises Christ the Light of the World - lit from the Paschal candle it is a reminder that the light of Christ has entered the life of the individual.
- Parents: In infant baptisms, parents accept the responsibility for nurturing the child in faith.
- Godparents: In the past, they were sponsors for Baptism. They support the one being baptised.
What are the steps that occur in a Baptism?
- Reception of the Child
- Celebration of God’s Word
- Celebration of the Sacrament
- The explanatory rites which follow the baptism
- Conclusion
Describe step 1, The Reception of the Child, that occurs during a Baptism.
- Reception of the Child - The Priest goes to the front where the parents, child and godparents are waiting. The priest:
- Greets them, reminding them of the child as a gift to them from God, then asks the parents the child’s name.
- Enquires of them what they ask of God’s church for ‘‘name of child’’.
- Then the priest asks the godparents if they are ready to help the parents in their Christian duty to the child.
Describe step 2, The Celebration of God’s Word, that occurs during a Baptism.
- Celebration of God’s Word - Celebration of the Liturgy of the Word and readings from the Bible:
* 1. Scriptural Readings and Homily - (The priest reads selections from the gospels, such as John 3:1 - 6 “)
* 2. Intercessions (Prayer of the Faithful) - (There is a prayer for the child, that the Lord Jesus Christ looks on him lovingly and mercifully, gives him “the new life of baptism and welcomes him into His holy church”.)
* 3. Invocation of the Saints - (Celebrant invites the congregation to invoke the saints in succession to, “Pray for us”)
* 4. Prayer of Exorcism - (The priest asks God to free the child from original sin, for the Holy Spirit to dwell in him, and to strengthen and watch over the child.)
* 5. Annointing before baptism - (The priest anoints the child on the breast, tracing a cross with the Oil of Catechumens, or the oil of salvation in Christ.)
Describe step 3, The Celebration of the Sacrament, that occurs during a Baptism.
Parents and godparents hold the child at the front of the church before:
- Blessing and Invocation of God Over the Baptismal Water. - (There is a reminder in prayer that God uses the sacrament of the water to “pour divine life,” and the priest asks God to pour His gift from the baptismal font to the child.)
- Renunciation of Sin and Profession of Faith - (There is a call on the parents and godparents to renew their baptism vows and reject Satan and sin, then profess faith so they can bring up the child in faith.)
- The Baptism - (The celebrant priest immerses the child in the font or pours water over his head three times, saying, “I baptize you in the name of the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit”)
Describe step 4, The Explanatory Rites which follow the Baptism.
Steps that occur during The Explanatory Rites include:
- Anointing With the Chrism - (The priest first explains that as Christ was anointed priest, prophet, and king to live in His holy body of people, so he anoints the child and welcomes him to the church.)
- Clothing of the White garment - (The child is dressed in the white garment - It is a baptism symbol representing a new creation.)
- Lighted Candle - (The celebrant priest brings forward the Easter paschal candle and says, “Receive the light of Christ.”)
Describe step 5, The Conclusion of the Rite, that occurs during a Baptism.
The child’s lit candle is carried in a procession to the altar, while a baptismal song may be sung. Followed by:
- The Lord’s prayer - (The priest reminds everyone that the child “has been reborn in baptism” and is now a child of God - Prays Our Father.)
- The Blessing - (The priest says a prayer of blessing over the mother (who holds the child), then the father, then everyone else present.)
What are some Orthodox variations to the Catholic rite of Baptism?
- The infant is Baptised by a total immersion three times.
- Chrismation of forehead, eyes, nostrils, mouth, ears, breast, hands and feet.
- Infant given bread and wine (First Communion is done at baptism rather than in an individual sacrament when the child is older.)
- Following the Baptism and Chrism, the Priest will cut some of his/her hair to signify that Christ will be the head of the newly baptised from now on.)
