theology quiz Flashcards

1
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What does the word ‘minister’ mean in Latin?

A

Servant

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2
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Who are the individuals called to serve Jesus Christ in the Church?

A

Those who have received the vocation to Holy Orders

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3
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What is the role of ministers in the Church?

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To serve the people entrusted to them by God

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4
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Who is the first priest mentioned in the Old Testament?

A

Melchizedek

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5
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What sacrifice did Melchizedek offer?

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A sacrifice of bread and wine

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6
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Which tribe served as priests for the Israelites?

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The tribe of Levi

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7
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Who was the first high priest according to the Old Testament?

A

Aaron

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8
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What does Jesus represent in relation to Old Testament priesthood?

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The summit and perfect fulfillment of OT priesthood

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9
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What phrase describes the role of a bishop or priest during Mass?

A

In persona Christi capitis

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10
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What did Jesus institute among his disciples for administering Sacraments?

A

The holy priesthood

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11
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What event allowed the Apostles to understand God’s plan and their role in it?

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The coming of the Holy Spirit on Pentecost

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12
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Who did the Apostles appoint to continue Christ’s mission?

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Bishops

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13
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What are the threefold ministries of the ordained?

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To Teach, To Govern, To Sanctify

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14
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What is included in the teaching ministry of the Church?

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  • Evangelizing the world
  • Preaching and explaining Scripture
  • Guiding converts to faith
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15
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What are bishops charged with in the governance of the Church?

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To oversee and organize Catholic institutions

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16
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What is the primary role of ordained ministers in the sanctification of the people?

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To assist in becoming holy through the celebration of the Sacraments

17
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Who may be called to ordained life?

A

Baptized men

18
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What is a key characteristic of the priesthood?

A

An undeserved gift from God

19
Q

What is the exception regarding celibacy for deacons?

A

Permanent deacons may be married

20
Q

What are the four pillars of formation for Holy Orders?

A
  • Human formation
  • Spiritual formation
  • Intellectual formation
  • Pastoral formation
21
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What is emphasized in spiritual formation?

A

One’s interior prayer life

22
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How long is the study for priesthood typically conducted in a seminary?

23
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What is the matter of the Sacrament of Holy Orders?

A

The laying on of hands

24
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Who has the authority to celebrate the Sacrament of Holy Orders?

A

The bishop alone

25
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What does the sacramental character of a clergyman configure him to?

A

Christ and His priesthood

26
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What is given to a new bishop during the ordination?

A
  • Book of the Gospels
  • Ring
  • Mitre
  • Crosier
27
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Fill in the blank: The sacramental grace conferred upon the man helps him act in _______.

A

persona Christi