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What are the four marks of the Catholic Church?

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One, Holy, Catholic, Apostolic

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What does ‘One’ signify in the marks of the Church?

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The ultimate source of the Church’s unity is God, reflecting the unity of the Trinity

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What are the bonds of unity in the Church?

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The bonds of Unity are the Unities of Faith, Worship, and Governance

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Why is the Church considered ‘Holy’?

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Because of its founder, Jesus, and the means it provides to become holy through sacraments. It is Holy and not yet holy at the same time.

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What does ‘Catholic’ mean in the context of the Church?

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It means universal, indicating the Church’s missionary nature

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What does ‘Apostolic’ signify in the marks of the Church?

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The Church was built on the foundation of the apostles and continues their teachings through successors

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Name the three groups of the hierarchy in the Church.

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Bishops, Priests, Deacons

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What is the role of bishops in the Church hierarchy?

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Successors to the apostles, visible head and sign of unity for the local Church, promise obedience to the pope

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What is the role of priests in the Church hierarchy?

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Configured to Christ, administer sacraments, and preach God’s word

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What is the role of deacons in the Church hierarchy?

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Foundational degree of holy orders, configured to Christ as a servant, can be transitional or permanent

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Who are the successors of the Apostles?

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Bishops are successors of the Apostles; the pope is the successor of St. Peter

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What are the four symbols of the Church?

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  • Flock (Shepherd is Christ)
  • Field (Cultivated by Christ)
  • Building (Cornerstone is Christ)
  • A Holy City (The New Jerusalem)
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What are the three images of the Church?

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  • People of God
  • Body of Christ
  • Temple of the Holy Spirit
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What is a cardinal?

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A bishop who assists the Pope in governance, advises, and elects new popes

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When is the birthday of the Church?

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Pentecost

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Name the first four Popes in the early Catholic Church.

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Peter, Linus, Cletus, Clement I

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What does it mean to be an Apostle?

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Chosen, appointed to be with Christ, sent out to preach, and given authority

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What is the Magisterium?

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The Teaching office of the Church that interprets the word of God

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Where do we learn about the story of the early Church community?

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Acts of the Apostles in the New Testament

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What were some problems faced by the early Church community?

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  • Influenced by pagan cultures
  • Lack of leadership
  • Factionalism
  • Temple sacrifices
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What does Paul’s conversion signify?

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A change of heart towards God, from persecuting Christians to being an apostle

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What is the Edict of Milan?

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Legalized Christianity in the Roman Empire in 313 AD

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What is Gnosticism?

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The belief that Jesus is not really human and did not have a real body

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Who countered Gnosticism?

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St. Irenaeus, who wrote ‘Against Heresies’

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What is Arianism?
The belief that Christ is not really God but a creature made by God
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Who countered Arianism?
St. Athanasius and the First Council of Nicea
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What does the Macedonian Heresy deny?
The divinity of the Holy Spirit
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Who countered the Macedonian Heresy?
Constantinople I and Sts. Gregory of Nyssa, Gregory of Nazianzus, and Basil the Great
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What is Pelagianism?
The belief that we do not inherit Original Sin
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Who countered Pelagianism?
St. Augustine, Doctor of Grace
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What does Monophysitism state?
Jesus has only one nature, with human nature absorbed into the divine
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Who countered Monophysitism?
The Council of Chalcedon
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What is Monasticism?
A mode of life in seclusion from the world under religious vows
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Why did Monasticism become popular?
It provided order, safety, harmony, and strength in a dangerous world
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Who were the founders of Monasticism?
St. Anthony and St. Benedict
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What are the characteristics of Romanesque architecture?
* Solid structure * Rounded masonry arches * Thick stone walls
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What are the characteristics of Gothic architecture?
* High stained glass windows * Pointed vaults * Flying buttresses
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Who taught us that the Eucharist is the source and summit of the Catholic Faith?
Vatican Council II
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What are the Holy Days of Obligation?
* Mary, Mother of God - January 1 * The Ascension - May 18 * Assumption - August 15 * All Saints Day - November 1 * Immaculate Conception - December 8 * Christmas - December 25
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What is Advent?
Four weeks of preparation before Jesus’ birth
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What is Lent?
Six weeks before Easter focused on fasting, almsgiving, and prayer
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What is Triduum?
The holiest three days of the year marking the death and suffering of Jesus
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What are the lectionary cycles?
Cycle A, B, and C, corresponding to the Gospels of Matthew, Mark, and Luke
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What are the Church cycles?
* Sanctoral cycle * Liturgical Season cycle
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What are the 3 Sanctifications?
* Sanctification of Life * Sanctification of Space * Sanctification of Time
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What are the four main parts of the Mass?
* Procession * Liturgy of the Word * Liturgy of the Eucharist * Dismissal
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What is the central liturgy of the Catholic Church?
The Mass and Eucharist
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What are the five forms of prayer?
* Blessing * Petition * Intercession * Thanksgiving * Praise
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What are the four parts to the Eucharistic Prayer?
* Take * Bless * Break * Give
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What does John 6 teach us about the Eucharist?
Whoever eats my flesh and drinks my blood has eternal life
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Why do we use Holy Water during Mass?
As a reminder of Baptism and to prepare us for Mass
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What is prayer?
The raising of one’s mind and heart to God
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What are the petitions of the Our Father?
They encompass praise for God and asking for His help
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How are the Sacraments a visible sign of invisible grace?
They represent visible acts of Christ and the divine nature of His words
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Why is Baptism necessary for Salvation?
God has bound salvation in the sacrament of Baptism
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How are Confirmation and Baptism related?
Confirmation completes the graces received in Baptism
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Why is Scripture important to our understanding of the Sacraments?
It provides the foundation for the Sacraments
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What are the seven gifts of the Holy Spirit?
1. Wisdom 2. Counsel 3. Knowledge 4. Piety 5. Understanding 6. Fear of the Lord 7. Fortitude
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What are the differences between the three types of Sacraments?
* Initiation: Baptism, Confirmation, Eucharist * Healing: Anointing of Sick, Reconciliation * Service: Holy Orders, Matrimony
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What are the requirements for a mortal sin?
Grave Matter, full knowledge, deliberate consent
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What are covenant symbols?
Symbols in the Sacraments that derive meaning from Salvation History
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When is Chrism oil used?
In Baptism, Confirmation, and Holy Orders
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How is the Eucharist the Body and Blood of Jesus?
It is the true, real, and substantial presence of Christ
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Why is Reconciliation a necessary Sacrament?
It restores our relationship with Christ
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When can venial sins be forgiven?
In Mass, prayer, and confession
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Who can forgive sins?
Only God
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How are we united with Christ in the Sacrament of Anointing of the Sick?
We are united with Christ's suffering
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What is Matrimony the image of?
The image of Christ’s love for His bride (the Church)
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How were humans created?
Humans were created essentially good, but concupiscence arose from Original Sin
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What are the three sources of morality?
* Object * Intention * Circumstance
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What are the Cardinal Virtues?
1. Prudence 2. Temperance 3. Fortitude 4. Justice
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What are the Theological Virtues?
* Faith * Hope * Love
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What is the Greatest Commandment?
Love God
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What are The Beatitudes?
Teachings of Jesus that challenge societal views on holiness

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