Chapter 8 Flashcards
(12 cards)
A person who travels to a sacred place for a religious purpose
pilgrim
A religious practice, often rooted in a specific culture, that can change or even disappear over time
tradition (LOWERCASE!)
The process by which the Catholic Church reflects on, deepens its understanding of cherishes, and hands to every generation the teachings and practices that are essential to the faith, as interpreted by the Magisterium under the guidance of the Holy Spirit.
Tradition (uppercase!)
The Catholic Church’s official teaching voice, consists of all bishops in communion with the Pope. The ______________ interprets and preserves the truths revealed in Scripture and Tradition
Magisterium
An official, authoritative teaching of the Catholic Church based on the Revelation if God
doctrine
A doctrine recognized as most central to the life of the Catholic Church; it is defined by the Magisterium and considered definitive and authoritative
dogma
The central Christian mystery and dogma that there is one God in three divine persons: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit
Trinity
The sense that God and the sacred are encountered in the ordinary things and events of everyday life.
sacramental (remember the suffix -al!)
A visible sign of God’s saving love, instituted by Christ, by which spiritual gifts are given.
sacrament
The teachings of the Catholic Church that address social issues and promote justice
Catholic social teaching
The love and admiration held for a holy person; especially the saints; the prayer to an angel or saint asking for their help
devotion