Topic 3: Mission Flashcards
What is a Monk/Nun?
They are people who fully commit themselves to religious life. Monk refering to men. Nun refering to Women.
What is a Monastary?
A building in which Monks live in a community.
What is a Convent?
A building in which Nuns live in a community.
What is Contemplative Order?
Involves living a hidden life of work and prayer.
What is Apostolic Order?
Involves working in the community.
What are the Three vows Monks and Nuns make?
- Obedience - the promise to obey Christ
- Poverty - you cannot own anything
- Chastity - you cannot marry
What does being Postulant mean?
You spend time at a Monestary/Convent while not being bound by vows and free to leave at any time.
What is a Novice Monk/Nun?
After being Postulant for a certain period you become a Novice for about a year. In this time you can start fully participating in the Monestary while still not being bound to it.
How many Sacraments are there in the Roman Catholic Church?
There are 7 Sacraments
Why is the Priest’s hand annointed with Holy oil?
The hands are for blessing
What does the Priest symbolise when he lies Prostrate on the floor?
He shows Humility
What is believed to happen the moment when the Bishop lays his hands on the head of the man being ordained?
It is believed that the Holy Spirit fills the man being ordained.
What is a Chaplain?
Usually a Lay person who performs religious services and guidance.
What can the Body of Christ mean?
- The people of God
- Holy Communion
- Jesus’ Physical Body - the idea that we personally make up his body.
What is Poverty?
Not having enough money to meet basic daily needs.
