Theology Short Answers

Question 1

5 precepts of the Catholic Church+ explain

Answer 1

1. ATTEND MASS ON SUNDAYS, HOLY DAYS
   - why? to celebrate our lords resurrection; remember salvation history; honor the mysteries of Jesus, Mary and saints
2. CONFESS SINS AT LEAST ONCE A YEAR
   - Why? to prepare for a worthy reception of Eucharist; and to experience the conversation begun at baptism
3. RECEIVE EUCHARIST AT LEAST DURING EASTER
   - Why? to guarantee a minimum reception of our lord every year, espec. during Easter- the highlight of the liturgical year
4. OBSERVE FASTING, ABSTINENCE RULES
   - Why? to do penance to prepare for worship; to purify our hearts ;to control our instincts
5. PROVIDE FOR THE NEEDS OF THE CHURCH
   - Why? to continue the mission of proclaiming, celebrating the good news of Jesus

Question 2

4 Ministries of the Bishop

Answer 2

1. successor to the apostles, in union with the pope
2. responsible for the welfare of the whole church
3. spiritual father of his diocese
4. minister of all sacraments (the only one to administer holy orders or confirmation)

Question 3

4 Ministries of the priest

Answer 3

1. helps the bishop in the diocese
2. presides at Eucharist
3. preaches, teaches gods word
4. is an active agent for building the church

Question 4

Ministries of the Deacon

Answer 4

• serves the bishop and people by baptizing
• distributing communion,
• teaching,
• conducting marriages and funerals,
• administers sacramental,
• doing works of charity,
• some Church administrative work

Question 5

8 beatitudes listed

Answer 5

1. blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of Heaven
2. blessed are they who mourn, for they shall be comforted
3. blessed are the meek, for they shall inherit the land
4. blessed are they who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they shall be satisfied
5. blessed are the merciful, they will be shown mercy
6. blessed are the clean of heart, for they will see god
7. blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called children of god
8. blessed are they who are persecuted for the sake of righteousness, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven

Question 6

4 conditions for just war

Answer 6

1. the damage by the aggressor is lasting, grave and certain
2. it is truly a last resort, all other peaceful means have been exhausted
3. the prospects of success are serious
4. the use of arms will not produce a greater evil than the evil to be eliminated

Question 7

4 Social Justice Doctrine+ explain

Answer 7

1. RESPECT EACH PERSON
   Why? every human has worth; every person is our neighbor; love and respect everyone
2. TREAT OTHERS AS EQUALS
   Why? same human nature; common destiny; fundamental dignity; God-given rights
3. DEVELOP, SHARE YOUR GIFTS
   Why? different talents and gifts; use these for others; promote the common good
4. SHOW SOLIDARITY WITH OTHERS.
   Why? share material goods; share spiritual goods; be one with others

Question 8

4 areas of Catholic Social teaching

Answer 8

1. respect for creation
2. economics
3. solidarity among nations
4. love for the poor

Question 9

6 types of prayer

Answer 9

1. adoration
2. blessing
3. petition
4. intercession
5. thanksgiving
6. praise

Question 10

Order of mass+ what is included in what section

Answer 10

1. INTRODUCTORY RITE
   - entrance and greeting; penitential rite; Gloria; opening prayer
2. LITURGY OF THE WORD
   - 1st reading and responsorial psalm; 2nd reading and alleluia; gospel reading; homily; general intercessions
3. LITURGY OF THE EUCHARIST
   - offertory; Eucharistic prayer; communion rite
4. CONCLUDING RITE
   - celebrant blesses and dismisses people; “go in peace…””

Question 11

10 commandment+ 2 things about them

Answer 11

1. I AM THE LORD YOUR GOD, YOU SHALL NOT HAVE OTHER GODS BESIDES ME
   - God is top priority in our life
   - practice virtues of faith, hope, love
2. YOU SHALL NOT TAKE THE LORDS NAME IN VAIN
   - Sign of the cross reminds us of our dignity
   - oath= calling on God to witness to something
3. YOU SHALL KEEP THE SABBATH DAY HOLY
   - Eucharist is the ‘heart’ of Catholic faith
   - missing mass=mortal sin
4. HONOR YOUR FATHER AND MOTHER
   - family= shining beacon that points to God’s presence in our lives
   - family= primary unit of society= domestic church
5. YOU SHALL NOT KILL
   - respect sanctity of life
   - Murder= deliberate killing of innocent people
6. YOU SHALL NOT COMMIT ADULTERY
   - helps us exercise virtues of chastity, purity, and modesty
   - Lust= craving for, enjoyment of sexual pleasure
7. YOU SHALL NOT STEAL
   - use belongings responsibly
   - greed= amass unlimited wealth
8. YOU SHALL NOT BEAR FALSE WITNESS
   - truth=justice
   - honor truth= respect others
9. YOU SHALL NOT COVET YOUR NEIGHBORS WIFE
   - purity keeps mind and heart holy
   - fornication= sex between 2 unmarried people
10. YOU SHALL NOT COVET YOUR NEIGHBORS GOODS
    - envy= desire for something someone else has
    - poverty of spirit= combats greed= amass unlimited wealth