Chapter 2 terms

Question 1

Apostle

Answer 1

the 12 that Jesus told to lead the church and carry out his mission after his ascension

Question 2

Parable

Answer 2

a brief narrative of allegory used to illustrate and explain moral or spiritual principles

Question 3

Catholic

Answer 3

means “universal.” refers to the fact that the Gospel of Christ was for the entire world

Question 4

Kingdom of Heaven

Answer 4

a name of the Church used frequently by Jesus that connects to the kingdom of David

Question 5

Real Presence

Answer 5

term used to describe the Eucharist, in which Jesus is really and fully present

Question 6

Mystical Body of Christ

Answer 6

the faithful people of god who in a supernatural way become one body, with Christ as its head.

Question 7

Bride of Christ

Answer 7

Name of the Church derived from the writings of St. Paul highlights the purity and holiness that christ bestows upon the church

Question 8

Divine Filiation

Answer 8

refers to the fact that the Sacrament of Baptism makes us spiritual sons and daughters of God

Question 9

Abba

Answer 9

a name Jesus used for God the Father and invited us to use in our prayers as well

Question 10

Family of God

Answer 10

name of the church derived from the teaching of christ that highlights the intimate communion that the father offers to man through Jesus

Question 11

Pilgrim Church

Answer 11

name used to describe the church because it is on a journey in this world