Test 1 Flashcards
Charism Definition
Gift of the Spirit
Sacred Heart Devotion is about making God’s ___ known
Love
Why Was St. Margaret Mary Relevant?
She had visions and revelations of Christ
What is the Sacred Heart’s Devotion?
Receive Jesus’ love and love him in return
Reparation Definition
Tending to the broken/wounded heart
Example: Sacred Heart repairing our love with God broken by sin
Core Beliefs of Cor Jesu
Catholic Faith-Based Community, Excellence in Education, Personal Integrity, Caring Community, Service to Others
What two sacraments does Christ’s pierced side represent?
Baptism & Eucharist
Why is the Sacred Heart outside His Body?
Symbolizes His love can’t be consoled in any barrier
History of Mother Clelia…
Her father wanted her high in society, she also lost her father to an extreme illness. After his death, Clelia was gained and lost his money in a very short amount of time. Bishop Scalibrini allowed Clelia and her congregation into his diocese.
Mother Clelia’s path to Sainthood…
After the bombing of rome in WW2, Clelia’s tomb was destroyed and the sisters brought her body to the Motherhouse.
2 Important Years for Bl. Clelia Merloni
2016 - Made Venerable
2018 - Made Blessed
What was the Miracle that led to Blessed Clelia’s Beatification?
Mary of Providence
What is the symbolism of Cor Jesu’s Heart Tower Entrance?
When the rain falls it falls down a tube on the heart-shaped roof and fills a bucket, symbolizing Jesus’ wound in His heart spilling blood and water.
Who was the founder of the Apostles of the Sacred Heart of Jesus?
Blessed Clelia Merloni
Name a few countries the ASCJ’s serve…
Brazil, Portugal, US, Italy
Ministries of the ASCJ’s in the USA…
Education, Governance, Social Services, Pastural and Diocesan Ministry, Health Ministry
What is Cor Jesu’s Motto?
Sharing the Love of the Heart of Christ
What are some different ways we at Cor Jesu spread the Sacred heart Devotion?
First Friday, Adoration, Examen
Define Apostles of Love and Give Examples…
Those who give and show witness to the tender love of God, especially to the poor and most unserved.
Examples: providing healthcare, pastoral ministry to sick and dying
Define Apostles of Reparation and Give Examples…
Those who destroy the image of God destroyed in their brothers and sisters.
Examples: praying for others, pastoral and spiritual works of mercy
Define Apostles like the First Apostles and Give Examples…
Those who spend time with Jesus in prayer then go out to minister to those in need of God’s love and mercy.
Examples: adoration, corporal works of mercy
What are the 5 symbols of the Sacred Heart of Jesus? Give definitions for each…
Heart: God’s boundless and passionate love for mankind
Crown of Thorns: The stings caused by our sins
Flame: The burning love Christ has for all humanity
Wound: Jesus’ heart pierced after his death
Cross: Christ’s redemptive work from the cross that saved humanity
