Christian Practices Flashcards
What are the 4 forms of worship?
> liturgical
non-liturgical
informal
private
What is liturgical worship?
a church service which follows a set structure or ritual-usally from a book
>as a congregation Christians participate together repeating key info and singing hymns
>could feel connected to other worshippers because they’re following the same traditions
What is non-liturgical worship?
a church service which doesn’t follow a set text or ritual-spontaneous
>can be tailored to different types of services eg sermon and prayers could be the service leader’s own words rather than those in a book
What are examples of activites in any church?
> readings from the Holy Bible
prayers
Eucharist
Why is the Sabbath important for Christians?
Because Jesus’ resurrection happened on a Sunday and because God rested on the 7th day of creation
What is informal worship?
> focuses on the adoration of God and isn’t always carried out in a church
Charismatic worship is a kind of informal worship-very flowing services
people believe that the Holy Spirit is present
usually Evangelical Chrisitans may clp or shout at any point in the service bc they’re worshipping with their minds and body
How do Quakers worship?
> hold meetings rather than services in meeting houses-last an 1 and no set hymns, prayers or sermons-every1 worships as an equal
most of the meeting is in silence because the time is for connection with God and others
What is private worship?
> informal and usually at home-can be liturgical or non-liturgical
eg saying grace before a meal or reading a passage from the Bible each day
can allow sm1 to feel close to God-personal and individual connection
What is worship?
> any act that shows devotion or love for God
How is prayer important?
> talking, listening and being open to the guidance of the Holy Spirit
2-way method of communication that gives Christians comfort because they feel God is listening and can send messages back
What are the 5 basic forms of prayer?ACTS
> adoration(praising God)
confession(saying sorry)
thanksgiving(thanking God)
supplication(asking for something
intercession(praying for someone else eg if they’re ill)
the Lord’s prayer uses all of ACTS and I
What is a sacrament?
Religious ceremonies or acts eg baptism where Christians believe they receive God’s grace or are brought closer to God
What are the sacraments for Protestants?
> baptism and Eucharist
Whys is baptism important?
because Jesus was baptised and after his resurrection he told his disciples that they should be too-symbolises forgiveness of sins and John the Baptist baptised Jesus
>cleanses people from original sin
What is infant baptism?
> Baptism makes a Christian a member of God’s family
Orthodox Christians infant baptism involves total immersion
but other denominations make the sign of the cross on the baby’s head using oil and use holy water on the forehead
What do Baptists and petecostals believe about baptism?
> baptism should only occur as adults because then the person can accept Christianity for themselves-this is caled believers baptism
total immersion-walks into a pool and is fully submerged 3 times before walking out into their new life
What is the Eucharist?
Holy Communion-a sacrament that commemorates the Last Supper
What are the 5 differing beliefs about the eucharist?
> Catholics believe the bread and wine become the actual flesh and blood of Jesus Christ-transubstantiation
the Holy Communion is a re-enactment of the Last Suppor-symbolic of Jesus’ death
Baptists believe the bread and wine are symbols that can be use to bring ppl as a community(non-alcoholic wine)
Orthodox Christians believe Jesus is mystically present in the bread and wine
Church of England believe the bread and wine hold the spiritual presence of the body and the blood but don’t become it
What is a pilgramage?
> a journey that has religious or spiritual significance
Background about Lourdes:
> a famous pilgrimage site in France where the waters have healing powers
1858 Bernadette Soubirous was said to have seen Virgin Mary at Lourds and her freind was said to have been healed in the waters
the water is often taken home by pilgrims
Background about Iona:
> a quiet island in Scotland where a monastery was built by Columba a monk
Christians go there to study the Bible and pray which could lead to spiritual growth
feel their lives are redirected or they learn about themselves
Critcisms of pilgrimage
> some Christians believe money could be better spend helping those in need than paying for travel
Lourdes is crowded with visitors and say the site is now commercialised with shops selling souvenirs eg statues of Virgin Mary
Palm Sunday:
> on this day the 4 gospels say Jesus entered Jerusalem on a donkey
people showed their love for him by waving palm branches
palm crosses are given out during Christian services
Maundy Thursday:
> Jesus hosted the Last Supper which was followed by his arrest in the Garden of Gethsemane
this day marks the beginning of a time of sadness and reflection for Christians
