Final Review

Question 1

Latin for “in the year of our Lord,” usually abbreviated “AD” to reference a given year in history. The fact that today we count the years from the date of Jesus’ Birth bears witness to his importance in the entire world.

Answer 1

Anno Domini

Question 2

Literally, “one who is sent.” Jesus selected Twelve Apostles to be his inner circle of companions and to carry out his mission after his Ascension.

Answer 2

Apostle

Question 3

A name of the Church derived from the writings of St. Paul; it highlights the purity and holiness that Christ has bestowed upon the Church.

Answer 3

Bride of Christ

Question 4

Literally, “universal.” As used in the early Church, the term referred to the fact that the Gospel of Christ was for the entire world; today it is also the name for the Catholic Church, the universal Church established by Christ

Answer 4

Catholic