The Church Flashcards
What is The Acts of the Apostles about
The early Church
What are the four marks of the Catholic Church
- One
- Holy
- Catholic
- Apostolic
What does Catholic mean
Universal
What is Apostolic Succession
The connection of all popes and bishops back to Saint Peter and the first apostles
Who was the first pope
The Apostle Peter
What is a sacrament
An outward sign instituted by Christ to give Grace
Grace
The love and mercy given to us by God
What are the seven sacraments
Baptism, confirmation, Eucharist, reconciliation, Anointing of the Sick, Matrimony, and Holy Orders
What are the sacraments of Initiation
Baptism, Confirmation, and the Eucharist
What the sacraments of Healing
Reconciliation and Anointing of the Sick
What are the sacraments of Service
Matrimony and Holy Orders
What does indelible mean
Permanent
What is concupiscence
Tendency towards sin
Who are Godparents
“Sponsors” who are chosen by the parents
What is the Trinitarian formula
“I baptize you in the name of the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit”
What are the proper form, Matter, and Minister for Baptism
Matter-pouring of water
Form- saying the words of the formula
Minister-Bishop, priest, or deacon
What is the definition of “matter”
Materials in the sacrament
What is the definition of “form”
Words or gestures used in the sacrament
What is Pentecost?
The “birthday” of the church
