Definitions for Christianity

Question 1

Apostles

Answer 1

Chosen people by Christ to go out to teach the gospel to the world after Jesus’ death and resurrection. There are twelve disciples.

Question 2

Sacraments

Answer 2

Ritual or ceremony that is
an outward sign of spiritual benefits that are given to the recipient.
There are 7 sacraments: Baptism, Confirmation, Eucharist, Reconciliation, Anointing of the Sick, Matrimony, and Holy Orders.

Question 3

Crucifixion

Answer 3

Execution of Christ on a wooden cross,
in the method of the Romans; an event
commemorated by Christians on Good
Friday.

Question 4

Protestant Reformation

Answer 4

Religious movement in Europe during the sixteenth century that led to the establishment of the Protestant Churches.

Question 5

The Gospels

Answer 5

Story of Jesus Christ’s life and
teachings told in the first four books of
the Bible’s New Testament: Matthew, Mark, Luke and John.

Question 6

Messiah

Answer 6

Saviour, prophesized by the Old Testament, who would lead his people to God; Christians believe this saviour to be Jesus.
Means “the anointed” one

Question 7

Christmas

Answer 7

Festival that celebrates the
birth of Jesus, marked by special Church
services, gifts, and greetings.

Question 8

Easter

Answer 8

Christian festival that celebrates the Resurrection of Christ.