Unit 5 Test Flashcards
Trinity
Father, Son, Holy Spirit
Paraclete
Name for the Spirit which means “defender or consoler”
Advocate
One who supports or defends
Ruah
Means “breath, life, wind, air”
Grace
God’s gift of friendship and life that enables us the share his life and love
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A special gift of the Holy Spirit that help us build up the Church, Christs body. Some of these gifts are the ability to express wisdom, knowledge, healing, prophecy, and discernment of spirits.
Gifts of the spirit
An outpouring of God’s gifts that enable us to live a Christian life. The traditional gifts of the Holy Spirit are wisdom, understanding, knowledge, counsel, fortitude, piety, and fear of the Lord.
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Fruits of the Spirit
Perfections that result from living in union with the Holy Spirit. They are love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, generosity, faithfulness, gentleness, modesty, self-control, and chastity.
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describe the Trinity
The dogma of the Blessed Trinity is a mystery in the strictest sense, that is, a mystery of God himself.
What are examples we can use to explain the Trinity? Be able to draw and label.
A three leaf clover
How is the Holy Spirit present in the Old Testament? (Be able to explain 1 example well).
The Holy Spirit revealed Himself to Moses in the burning bush and in the clouds that led the people through the desert / Helped Israelites keep the Law.
How is the Holy Spirit present in the Gospels? (Be able to explain 1 example well).
Led Jesus into the desert then sustained him in his battle with Satan / Jesus makes it clear that the Holy Spirit will not reveal something NEW to the Apostles and their successors but will help them understand what Jesus revealed to them.
Who was present at Pentecost?
Mary and the Apostles
What were they originally celebrating at Pentecost?
Originally, a Jewish harvest festival celebrated fifty days after Passover.
What were the physical signs of the Spirit?
Strong driving wind, tongues of fire, and the ability to speak in different languages.
What happened to the Apostles afterward?
Transitioned from hiding together to speaking to the crowd; they could all speak to each other.
When do Catholics celebrate Pentecost?
50 days after Easter and 10 days after the Ascension of the Lord.
What are the 6 symbols/images we have for the Holy Spirit? What does each mean?
Fire, Tongues of Fire, Water, Dove, Hand, Anointing with Oil
Fire
Divine holiness, purification, punishment, transformation, light
Tongues of Fire
Truth, healing, forgiveness, understanding
Dove
Life, purification, descending of the Holy Spirit, gentleness, virtue, peace
Water
Death and life, initiation into the Church, gift of the Holy Spirit
Hand
Healing, giving of the Holy Spirit
Anointing with Oil
“Christ” = anointed one, anointing with Holy Spirit, sacramental seal, an indelible character
What are the functions of the Holy Spirit in the Church?
- Guides the Church and its members
2. Provides us with the graces (gifts) from God
What are the 7 gifts of the Holy Spirit? Define each one.
Wisdom, understanding, counsel, fortitude, knowledge, piety, fear of the Lord
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Wisdom
Looking at reality from God’s point of view
Understanding
Involves taking the time to uncover the deeper meaning of faith and the mysteries of God’s creation
Knowledge
The grace to see how God is working in our lives, especially in the areas of great moral decisions
Counsel (Right Judgment)
Helps us to form our conscience in light of Church teaching
Fortitude
Strength to follow our own convictions
Piety (Reverence)
Respect we show to the Lord through praise and worship
Fear of the Lord (Wonder and Awe)
Helps us show concern about the reality of sin in our life, and to avoid anything that might alienate us from God and others
How is the Holy Spirit present in the Sacraments of the Church?
Baptism, Confirmation, and Holy Orders
