Unit 1 and 2 Exam Flashcards
What common response did the biblical characters have to God’s call?
The biblical characters were initially anxious, fearful and doubtful of themselves in response to God’s call. Then, they eventually realized there was no need to be fearful and they should trust God.
What miracles did Jesus perform?
- Healing
- Driving out evil (exorcism)
- Restorations of life (raise from the dead)
- Nature miracles
In what ways is the church spiritual?
- Transubstatiation
- Grace
- Forgiveness
- Holiness
- Intercession of the saints
How is the church visible?
- People of God
- Physical structures of the church
- Liturgies
- The sacraments
Why do Catholics believe church membership is more communal than public?
Catholics believe church membership is more communal than public because we want to share our religious beliefs and model Jesus in the world, not force people to convert to our religion. We want to evangelize not proselytize.
What is the connection between faith and religion? How do they work together?
- They are two sides of the same coin
- Faith fades away without religion
- Religious practices without faith and like “going through the motions”
- Faith requires willingness
- You cannot have one without the other
- (draw diagram to represent this)
Describe 4 miracles within the Catholic Faith.
- Apparations of Mary: Mary appearing to followers (She appeared to bernadette at Lourdes)
- Incorruptibles: bodies that don’t decompose as expected (can happen accidentally or deliberately)
- Re-liquification of blood: A saints blood will re-liquify every year on the day of its death.
- Stigmata: Having Christ’s crucifiction wounds.
What is transubstantiation?
Transubstantiation is when the Eucharist changes from the host and wine into the body and blood of Jesus Christ without a change in its physical appearance. At its root the word means the action of changing a thing.
What is pentecost?
After Jesus’ death, the apostles, who were in mourning and followers with Jesus were filled with the Holy spirit and it felt like tongues of fire. It allowed them to speak in each others languages. It is known as the Birth Day of the church because over 3000 people were baptized and added to the church that day. It grew the Christian community greatly.
Why is the pentecost important to the history of our faith?
- It is known as the Birth Day of the church
- It grew the numbers of the church greatly (3000 people were baptized and added to the church that day)
Who is the Holy Spirit?
- The third person in the Holy trinity
- Gives us the abilities that help us daily to do our best
- It is the gift God gives us inside each of us inside of us that allows us to live our best lives.
Explain each of the 7 gifts of the Holy Spirit.
- Piety: Be holy and follow God’s law
- Fear of the Lord: Having a deep appreciation for God’s creation
- Knowledge: Know the teachings of Jesus
- Counsel: Be guided by compassion
- Wisdom: Having experience learning and applying the teachings of Jesus over a long period of time
- Fortitude: You have courage and are determined
- Understanding: You can synthesize the teachings of Jesus and try to apply it.
Describe the beliefs of Denzel Washington.
He had 5 main messages:
1. Put God first in everything you do *
2. Fail Big- Think outside the box
3. Have goals- Discipline/ consistency (just because you are doing a lot does not mean you are getting more done)
4. Helping others is the joy and success
5. Continue to worship God- say “thank you” in advance.
Describe the beliefs of Tim Tebow.
Success is not enough. You may get money or fame but it is not fulfilling. To be fulfilled you need to be significant, live a life for God and other people. Success is about you. Significance is about others.
What are come common benefits of spirituality.
- Having the feeling of being safe and secure
- Make you have peace of mind
- Helps develop self-confidence
- Helps develop the ability to give and receive absolute love
- Provides you with desired guidance in a time of need
What is the difference between being spiritual and being religious?
Religion is based in reason and thoughts and is visible. It has standard practices, beliefs, traditions and customs for is followers. Spirituality is a person’s personal connection to your creator/ higher power. It is the feeling/ connection inside. It is invisible and based in faith.
What do Catholic people believe about spirituality being more personal than private?
The catholic church says spirituality is more personal than private because it is different for each of us because it’s inside of us, but we can still share it with others. It is not a secret.
What is the difference in being “in” and “of” the world?
- Being “in” the world is our point of location. Being in a location where you Christian worldview is challenged is not necessarily a bad thing.
- Being “of” the world is our source of information. It’s our influence.
What responsibility do we have in being Catholic “of the worlds”?
Our goal in being catholics “of the world” is to be like Jesus. We want to model Jesus in the world by being good, kind people.
Where can we turn for support in living out a christian worldview?
- Family and loved ones
- Community of the Church
- Priest
- Teachers at the Catholic School
- Trusted friends
How can we better hear God’s voice?
- Shut off the distractions in our life
- Take frequent breaks and turn everything off
- Find a quiet spot to pray, tune out the noise and tune in God
- Meditate, spend time in nature. hear his message through other people, however you choose to connect.
What are common distractions we face each day in hearing God’s call?
- apathy: lack of interest, enthusiasm, or concern
- atheism: disbelief or lack of belief in the existence or god or gods
- negative associations to god
- Social media
- TV
- Exams
- Friends
What does it mean to be in a covenant with God?
- To try and live like christ as best we can
- to be in an agreement with god
What does the word pentecost mean?
- “wind” or “breath”
What are the fruits of the Holy Spirit?
Charity, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, generosity, gentleness, faithfulness, modesty, self-control, and chastity
Faith is a _________ and why
Continuous Cycle
- the more you practice your faith the stronger it will grow
- The firm foundation of faith will sustain you in difficult times
When did Pentecost occur?
50 days from ascension
