Christianity practices Flashcards
(41 cards)
liturgical worship meaning and source of wisdom
‘where 2 or more are gathered in my name i am with them’
and lords prayer
Jesus is present—not only in churches, but anywhere people unite in faith.
following a set structure in prayer
individual worship meaning and source of wisdom
‘go to your room close the door and pray to your father’
authentic prayer is done in private, with sincerity, not for public approval.
worshipping alone forms a personal relationship with god
informal worship source of wisdom and meaning
‘Come, let us sing for joy to the Lord’
encourages expressive, joyful, music-filled worship
worship that dont have set structure and is often spontaneous like speaking in tongues or music
The Importance of Prayer
To build a relationship with God
To ask God for blessings
To seek guidance from God
To worship/glorify God
To repent for sins
Show thanks to God
catholics - importance of prayer
To remember the
sacrifice of Jesus
Deepens a the believers
faith
Gives them a purpose to
life
To give thanks
protestant - importance of prayer
Individual prayer to build a relationship with God
They believe it’s important to have direct contact with God
Prayer creates personal spiritual healing
the lords prayer
Jesus’ disciples asked Him how to pray.
Jesus responded by teaching them the Lord’s Prayer.
The prayer is often recited together, showing that Christians speak with one voice in unity.
It is a tradition established by Jesus for His followers.
quacker worship
Meditation “Be still, and know that I am God.”
Contemplation
Personal reflection
Being in the presence of God
There are no set prayers, instead they sit in silence
Unlike Catholic and Protestant churches there is not usually
someone who leads services,
Evangelical worship
Often informal – can be spontaneous and testify their faith
They seek to feel the holy spirit
if they are moved by the holy spirit they might fall into a trance or speak in tongues
This usually happens in a Pentecostal Church
Movement is encouraged
There is a lot of singing and dancing
Usually takes place as congregational worship
what is a sacrament name the different sacraments
An outward sign of an invisible and Inward blessing by God
Baptism
Confirmation
Eucharist
Penance
Anointing the sick
Holy Orders
Marriage
Catholics believe in all of these
which 2 sacraments do protestant only believe in and why
Baptism and Eucharist
as these were the only two documented to have been practiced by Jesus in the Gospels.
what is infant baptism who supports it
Infant Baptism: Common in Catholic tradition; chosen by parents.
Bible Readings & Apostles’ Creed: Express Christian beliefs.
Vows by Parents & Godparents: Promise to reject evil and raise child in faith.
Water Baptism: Minister baptizes in the name of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.
Candle Lighting: Symbolizes Jesus’ light in the child’s life.
White Garment: Represents purity and new life in Christ.
believers baptism who supports it
usually done by protestants-a person does it out of free will
The person chooses to become a member
of the Christian community.
This is the same as how Jesus was baptised
by John the Baptist.
This type of baptism happens in a Baptist or
Pentecostal church.
They do not have Godparents.
The person is lowered fully into water either
in a river or a ‘bath’ in the church.
believers baptism source of wisdom
‘As soon as Jesus was baptized…with him I am well
pleased.’
It shows they’ve decided to follow Jesus and live according to Christian teachings.
Importance of Baptism and source wisdom
Allows Christians the chance to enter heaven and live eternally with God
Welcomes people into the Christian faith
Washes away sin (original sin for infant baptism)
Sacrament - sign of grace/ gift of Holy Spirit.
Allows Christians to achieve salvation.
‘Go forth and make disciples of all nations, baptise them’
primary mission of the Church to spread the message of Jesus
‘no one can enter the kingdom of God unless they are born of water and the Spirit’
baptism is essential for salvation ( forgiveness of sins)
The Eucharist and source of wisdom
‘Do this in remembrance of me’
Allows them to appreciate the gift of atonement.
the Last Supper, when Jesus gave bread and wine, telling His disciples to do this in remembrance of Him.
It is not just a memorial, but also a sacrifice, with Catholics believing that Jesus’ sacrifice is re-enacted during the Mass.
The Mass helps Catholics appreciate the gift of atonement and is an offering to God, especially on Sundays.
Some view the Eucharist simply as an act of remembrance (memorialism).
what is transubstantiation who believes and rejects it and why
catholics - wine and blood become the body and blood of Jesus
protestants- reject transubstantiation. Many believe Jesus is present spiritually, not literally.
The Eucharist and source of wisdom
‘This is my blood … which is poured for many for the forgiveness of sins’
- The Mass has two main parts:
the liturgy of the Word (focused on the Bible)
the liturgy of the Eucharist (Holy Communion)
In the first part, people confess sins, listen to Bible readings, hear a sermon, recite creeds, and offer prayers for the Church and the world.
In the second part, bread and wine are offered, blessed, and received by the congregation. An important prayer said is the Lord’s Prayer (“Our Father”), taught by Jesus.
Pilgrimage meaning and source of wisdom
A journey which has religious or spiritual significance, usually to an important religious place.
Deepen their relationship with God
Learn more about their faith
Spiritual healing
Worship as a community
Meet other believers
Help to resolve problems in their lives
‘where two or more are gathered in my name, I am there with them’
Walsingham why they go there
Richeldis had a vision of Mary, asking her to build a replica of Jesus’ birthplace.
This became the Holy House, which holds a statue of Mary.
A miracle is believed to have happened — angels moved and completed the house.
There is a holy well nearby, thought to bring spiritual healing.
Taizé why they go there
Taizé is an ecumenical community that promotes Christian unity.
Founded in 1940 by Brother Roger as a place of refuge.
Originally cared for orphans after the war.
Now home to over 100 residents.
Attracts thousands of young pilgrims each year.
Focuses on living out the Gospel with joy, peace, and reconciliation.
taize what they do
Candlelit worship includes meditative music and chants.
Pilgrims pray with the monks three times a day.
Prayer and silence are central to the Taizé experience.
Encourages young people to live the Gospel with joy, simplicity, and reconciliation.
Promotes peace and unity among Christians.
walsingham what they do
Pilgrims walk barefoot from the Slipper Chapel to the Holy House as an act of penance.
Daily services include prayer, Eucharist, and blessings.
Pilgrims join a procession from the ruined priory to the shrine.
Sprinkling of the Well is believed to bring blessings and healing.
Christmas why they celebrate
celebrate the birth of Jesus.
Remember Jesus as the light sent by God to the world.
Marks the start of the incarnation – God becoming human.
Helps believers feel closer to God and understand Him.
Reminds Christians of God’s omnipotence through the miracle of Jesus’ birth.
