Worldwide Church

Question 1

What are aims of the World Council of Churches?

Answer 1

1. Serve human need
2. Breaking down barriers.
3. Seeking justice

Question 2

Why is reconciliation important?

Answer 2

1. Most Christians believe that humanity had split from God through sin. Jesus died on the cross to bring forgiveness.
2. Jesus said if people do not forgive they will not be forgiven.
3. Christianity based on the concept of forgiveness. The power of forgiveness can lead to the end of conflict.

Question 3

How are Christians persecuted?

Answer 3

1. They are forbidden to read the Bible.
2. They are imprisoned.
3. They are executed.

Question 4

Quotes about Charity:

Answer 4

1. “greatest of these is love.”
2. “when I was naked you clothed me.”
3. Sermon on the Mount. Give time and possession to help those in need.
4. “Love thy neighbour.”

Question 5

What is the Parable important?

Answer 5

1. At the end of the world, those who fed Jesus and clothed him to go heaven
2. What they do for those who are suffering, they did to him

Question 6

Why is charity important?

Answer 6

1. By showing love for Christians you are showing love for God. Most important commandment.
2. Shows that there is a rewards for showing love. The reward is eternal life with God in heaven

Question 7

Ways to end poverty:

Answer 7

1. Christian Aid
2. Fairtrade. Fair wages
3. Spend money on education to make it a fairer world.
4. Supporting agricultural production in the Gaza Strip