Vocab Quiz Flashcards
Evangelization
The proclamation of the Gospel of Jesus Christ through word and witness
Parousia
Second coming of Christ as a judge of all the living and dead at the end of time when the kingdom of God will be fulfilled
Conscience
Inner voice guided by human reason and divine law enabling us to judge what is good and what is evil
Beatitudes
The teachings of Jesus that begin the Sermon on the Mount and that summarize the New Law of Christ; full communion with God in Heaven
Apostolic succession
Passing of apostolic preaching and authority from Apostles directly to all bishops
Martyrdom
Witness to saving message of Christ through the sacrifice of ones life
Pentecost
The 50th day following Easter commemorating the descent of the Holy Spirit on the early Apostles and disciples
Missionaries
People who devote themselves to spreading the Gospel in word and service
Solidarity
Union of one’s heart with all people
Heaven
The state of eternal life and union with God experiencing full happiness
Consecrate
Making a person place or thing holy
Evangelical Councils
The call to go beyond the minimum rules of life required by God and strive for a life of perfection through a life marked by a commitment to charity, poverty, and obedience
Laity
All members of the church with exception of the bishops, priests, or deacons
Religious Vows
Promises made to God
Canonized
A deceased Catholic having been publicly and officially proclaimed a saint
