Final Second Semester Vocab Flashcards
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Assembly
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Also know as congregation, it is a community of believers gathered for worship as the Body of Christ
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Baptism
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The first of the seven sacraments, by which one becomes a member of the church and a new creature in Christ; the first of the three Sacraments of Christian initiation, the others being Confirmation and the Eucharist
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Baptism of Blood
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The Catholic Church’s firm conviction that someone who dies for the faith without being baptized actually receives the Sacrament of Baptism through his or her death
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Catechumenate
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The name of full process, as well as of one formal stage within the process, by which persons are prepared for full initiation into the church. The process is commonly reserved for adult converts to Catholicism
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Catechumen
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One who is preparing for full initiation into the Catholic Church by engaging in formal study, reflection, and prayer
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Church
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The term church is used in three related ways : 1) the entire people of God throughout the world; 2) the diocese, which is also known as the local church; and 3) the assembly of believers gathered for celebration of the liturgy; especially the Eucharist, in the creed, the church is recognized as One, Holy, Catholic, and Apostolic traits that together are referred to as Marks of the Church
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Confirmation
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With Baptism and the Eucharist, one of the three Sacraments of Christian Intiaition. Through an outpouring of special gift of the Holy Spirit, Confirmation completes the grace of Baptism by confirming or “sealing” the baptized person’s union with Christ and by equipping the person for active participation in life of the church
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Discernment
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From the Latin word meaning “to separate or to distinguish between” it is practice of listening for God’s call in our lives and distinguishing between good and bad choices
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Disposition
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An inner attitude and readiness to receiving God’s gifts (graces), particularly through the Sacraments
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Efficacious
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The power something holds to cause a desired effect. The Sacraments are efficacious in bringing about the spiritual reality they signify
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Eucharist
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Also called the Mass or Lord’s Supper, and based on a word for “thanksgiving”, the central Christian liturgical celebration; established by Jesus at the Last Supper. In the Eucharist the sacrificial death and Resurrection of Jesus are both remembered and renewed. The Sunday celebration of the Eucharist is considered the heart of the church’s life and worship, and participation in it is expected of all Catholics of the age and ability to do so.
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Grace
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The free and underserved gift of God’s loving and active presence in the universe and in our lives. See also sanctifying grace
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Gifts of the Holy Spirit
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Special grace given to us by the Holy Spirit to help us respond to God’s call to holiness. The list if seven gifts is derived from Isaiah
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Holy Communion
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Another name for the Eucharist, the body and blood of Jesus Christ
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Holy Water
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Blessed water used in ritual sprinklings or when making the Sign of the Cross as a reminder of Baptism
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Last Supper
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A supper during the Jewish celebration of Passover that was the last meal Jesus shared with his disciples before being handed over for Crucifixion, during which he instituted the Eucharist. It is commemorated on Holy Thursday
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Original Sin
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The sin by which the first human disobeyed God and thereby lost their original holiness and became subject to death. Orginal sin is transmitted to every person born into the world
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Paschal Lamb
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A name for Jesus whose death and Resurreciton redeemed humanity. The name is associated with Passover, a commemoration of the deliverance for the Jewish people form Eygpt. To avoid the slaughter of first barons sons by the angle of death, the Jews sprinkled the blood of a lamb on their doorposts
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Priest/Priesthood
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The second of three degrees or “orders” in the Sacrament of Holy Order, along with bishops and deacon. The priest is called to serve the community of faith and its members by representing and assisting the bishop in teaching, governing, and presiding over the community’s worship. Priests generally minister within a parish, school, or other setting within a diocese
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Reparation
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Making amends for something one did wrong that caused harm to another person or led to loss of
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Ritual
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The established form of the world and actions for a ceremony that is repeated often. The actions often have a symbolic meaning, such as the anointing with Christ at Confirmation
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Sacramental Character
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A permanent and indelible spiritual mark on a person’s soul, sealed by the Holy Spirit as a result of Baptism, Confirmation, and Holy Orders. For this reason, these Sacraments cannot be repeated
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Sacramentals
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Sacred signs (such as holy water and a crucifix) that bear some resemblance to the Sacraments, but which do not carry the guarantee of God’s grace associated with the Seven Sacraments
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Sacred Chrism
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Perfumed oil, consecrated by the bishop, which is used for spiral anointing in the Sacraments of Baptism, Confirmation, and Holy Orders. It signifies the Gifts of the Holy Spirit
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Symbol
An object or action that points us to another reality. It leads us to look beyond out sense to consider the deeper mystery
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Transubstantiation
In the Sacramento of the Eucharist, this is the name given to the action of changing the bread and wine into the Body and Blood of Jesus Christ
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Sacrament
One of the seven efficacious sings of God’s grace instituted by Christ and entrusted to the Chruch, by which divine life is dispensed to us
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Wisdom
With the gift of wisdom, we see God at work in our lives and in the world. For the wise person, the wonders of nature, historical events, and the ups and down of our lives take on a deeper meaning and purpose
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Understanding
With the gift of understanding, we comprehend how we need to live as followers of Jesus Christ. A person with understanding is not confused by all the conflicting messages in our culture about the right way to live
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Counsel/Right Judgement
With the gift of sunset, sometimes called right judgement, we know the difference between right and wrong, and we choose to do what is right. A person with right judgement avoids sins and lives out the values taught by Jesus
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Fortitude/Courage
With the gift of fortitude, sometimes called courage, we overcome our fear and are willing to take risks as a follower of Jesus. A person with courage is willing to stand up for what is right in the sight of God, even if it means accepting rejection, verbal abuse or even physical harm and death
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Knowledge
With the gift of knowledge, we understand the meaning of God’s Revelation, especially as expressed in the life and words of Jesus Christ. A person with knowledge is always learning more about Scripture and Tradition
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Piety/Reverence
With the gift of piety sometimes called reverence we have a deep sense of respect of God and the Church. A person with reverence recognizes out total reliance on God and comes before God with humility, trust, and love
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Fear of the Lord/Wonder & Awe
With the gift of the fear of the Lord, sometimes called wonder and awe; we are aware of the glory and majesty of God. A person with wonder and awe knows that God is the perfection of all we desire : perfect knowledge, perfect goodness, perfect power, and perfect love
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Absolution
An essential part of the Sacrament of Penance and Reconciliation in which the priest pardons the sins of the person confessing, in the name of God and the Church
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Contrition
To have hatred for out sin and a commitment not to sin again
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Conversion
A profound change of heart, turning away from sin and toward God
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Forgive
To cease to feel resentment against to give up resentment of or claim to requital
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Grace
The free and undeserved gift of God’s loving and active presence in the universe and in our lives
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Imago Dei
Literally “the image of God”
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Metanoia
Literally “to turn oneself around”
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Oil of the Sick
The oil used in the Sacrament of Anointing of the Sick. It is blessed by the bishop along with other holy oils during the annual Chrism Mass
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Penance
In general, an attitude of the heart in which one experiences regret for past sin and commits oneself to a change in behaviors or attitudes; particular acts of penance may include the practice of spiritual discipline such as prayer or fasting, or participation in Sacrament of Penance and Reconciliation
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Private Confession
Telling one’s sins to a priest. It is an essential element of the Sacrament of Penance and Reconciliation
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Reparation
Repair; the act of making amends giving satisfaction for a wrong or injury
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Repentance
An attitude of sorrow for a sin committed and a resolution no to sin again. It is a response to God’s gracious love and forgiveness
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Sacrament of Anointing of the Sick
Gravely ill, aging, dying person is anointed by the
priest and prayed over by him and attending believers. For all who face a serious illness or surgery who
are impaired by old age. The sacrament is administered to give strength and comfort to the ill and to
mystically unite their suffering with that of Christ during his Passion and death.
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Sacrament of the Penance & Reconciliation
Penance is a sacramental rite that is practiced in Roman, Eastern, and some Anglican churches that consists of private confession. Reconciliation is the state of being reconciled. Liturgical celebration of God’s forgiveness of sin, through which the sinner is reconciled to both God and the Church
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Sin
Any deliberate offense, in thought, word, or deed, against the will of God
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Vigil for the deceased
Another name for a wake service. It is a prayer service that takes place before a funeral, to pray for the response of the soul of the deceased and for strength for those who grieve the loss
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Wake service
Another name for vigil for the deceased. It is a prayer service that takes place before a funeral, to pray for the repose of the soul of the deceased and for strength for those who grieve the loss
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Vocation
A call from God to all members of the Church to embrace a life to holiness. Specifically it refers to a call to live the holy life as an ordained minister, as vowed religious in a Christian marriage, or in a single life
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Discernment
From a Latin word meaning “to separate or to distinguish between”, it is the practice of listening from God’s call in our lives and distinguishing between good and bad choices
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Sacraments at the Service of Communion
The name given to the two Sacraments that are directed toward building up the People of Gods namely Holy Orders and Matrimony
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Holy Orders
The Sacrament by which members of the Church are ordained for permanent ministry in the Church as bishops, priests, or deacons
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Ordained minister/clergy
Those who received the Sacrament of Holy Orders, that is deacons, priests, and bishops
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Priesthood of the Faithful
The belief that the Body of Christ is made up of priestly people who share in Christ’s royal priesthood
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Transitional Deacon
the third degree or level of the Sacrament of Holy Orders, after that of
bishop and priest. Deacons are ordained to assist priests and bishops in a variety of ministries. Some
are ordained deacons as one stage of their preparation for eventual priesthood. Others do not seek
priesthood but commit to lifelong ministry to the Church. The latter are known as permanent deacons.
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Permanent Deacon
Deacons are ordained to assist priests and bishops in a variety of ministries. Do not seek priesthood but commit to lifelong ministry to the Church
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Celibacy
The state or condition of those who have chosen or take vows to remain unmarried in order to devote themselves entirely to service of the Church and the Kingdom of God
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Marriage
Marriage is an exclusive, permanent, and lifelong contract between a man and a women in which they commit themselves to care for each other and to procreate and raise Childern; when the marriage takes place between a baptized man and a baptized woman who enter into a covenant modeled on that between Christ and the Church, it is recognized as the Sacrament of Matrimony. The two terms are often interchanged
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Covenant
In general, a solemn agreement between human beings or between God and a human being in which mutual commitments are recognized, also called a testament. In the Bible, two covenants are central (1), the covenant between God and the nicest people of Israel established in the Sinai Covenant with Moses, also called the Old Testament or Old Covenant; and (2) the New Covenant established by Jesus through his sacrificial death and Resurrection; also called the New Testament. The term testament has come to be associated primarily with the Sacred Scripture that records the history and meaning of the two biblical covenants
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Indissoluble
A property of the Sacrament of Matrimony that excludes any possibility for breaking the marital bond
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Polygamy
Having more than one spouse, it is contrary to the sanctity of marriage
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Annulment
A declaration by the Church that a marriage is null and void that is, it never existed. Catholics who divorce must also have the marriage annulled by the Church to be free to marry again in the Church
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Communion
A Christian sacrament in which consecrated bread and wine are consumed as memorial of Christ’s death or as symbols for the realization of a spiritual union between Christ and communicant or as the body and blood of Christ
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Sin of commission
A sin committed by willingly not performing a certain action
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Sin of omission
A sin committed by failing to do what is right or goof when one has a moral obligation to do it
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Social sin/ societal sin
Refers to sins that are not merely individual actions but stem from the structures and systems of society
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Object
A material thing that can be seen and touched
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Intent
A usually clearly formulated or planned intention
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Circumstance
A condition, fact or event accompanying, conditioning, or determining another; an essential or inevitable concomitant
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Culpability/guilt
Responsibility for wrongdoing or failure; the quality or state of being culpable
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Mitigating
To cause to become less harsh or hostile
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Atheism
One who denies the existence of God; the denial of the existence of God
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Blasphemy
Speaking, acting or thinking about God in a way that is irreverent , mocking, or offensive. It is a sin against the Second Commandment
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Charity
The theological virtue by which we love God above all things and, out of that love of God, love our neighbor as ourselves
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Commandment
In general, a norm or guide for moral behavior; commonly, the Ten Commandments given by God to Moses. Jesus summarized the Ten Commandments within the twofold or Great Commandment to love God and neighbor
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Corporal Works of Mercy
acts of charity that address the physical and material needs of others. They are: feeding the hungry, giving drink to the thirsty, clothing the naked, sheltering the homeless, visiting the sick, visiting the imprisoned, and burying the dead.
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covenant
In general, a solemn agreement between human beings or between God and a human being in which mutual commitments are recognized; also called a testament. In the Bible, two covenants are central : (1) the covenant between God and the ancient people of Israel established in the Sinai Covenant with Moses; also called the Old Testament or Old Covenant; and (2) the New Covenant established by Jesus through his sacrificial death and Resurrection; also called the New Testament.
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Exodus
The mainly narrative second book of canonical Jewish and Christian Scipture
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Honor
a person of superior standing —now used especially as a title for a holder of high office
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Idolatry
Worship of other beings, creatures, or materials goods in a way that is fitting for God alone. It is a violation of the First Commandment
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Justice
The Cardinal Virtue concerned with rights and duties within relationships; the commitment, as well as the actions and attitudes that flow from the commitment, to ensure that all person particularly the poor and oppressed receive what is due them
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Lord’s Day
Another name for Sunday; Catholics are required to attend Mass on Sundays and refrain from any work that might stand in the way of relaxation and renewal of mind and body
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Perjury
The sin of lying while under an oath to tell the truth
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Sabbath
In the Old Testament, the “seventh day” on which God rested after the work of Creation was completed; in Jewish Law, the weekly day of rest to remember God’s work through private prayer, communal worship, and spiritual disciplines such as fasting; for Catholics, Sunday, the day on which Jesus was raised, which we are to observe with participation in the Eucharist in fulfillment of the Commandment to “keep holy the Sabbath”
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Sacrilege
An offense against God. It is the abuse of a person, place, or thing dedicated to God and our worship of him
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Service
The occupation or function of serving
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Simony
Buying or selling of something spiritual, such as a grace, a Sacrament, or a Sacred relic. It violates the honor of God
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Spiritual works of the mercy
address the spiritual and emotional needs of others. They include: admonishing the sinner, instructing the ignorant, counseling the doubtful, comforting the sorrowful, forgiving offenses, bearing wrongs patiently, and praying for the living and the dead
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Superstition
Attributing to someone or something else a power that belongs to God alone and relying on such powers rather than trusting in God. It is a sin against the first Commandment
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Venerate
An action that shows deep reverence for someone sacred. For example, on Good Friday, individuals in the assembly venerate the cross by bowing before or kissing it
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Worship/adoration
Adoration of God, usually expressed publicly in the Church’s official liturgy, as well as through other prayers and devotions
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Legitimate defense
Legitimate defense can be not only a right but a grave duty for one who is responsible for the lives of other
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Capital punishment
Another name for the death penalty, a sentence sometimes given to people who commit serious crimes. The church teaches that the necessity for capital punishment in today’s world is rare
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Just war
War involves many evils, no matter the circumstances. For a war to be just , it must be declared by a lawful authority, there must be just cause and the right intention and weapons must be used in a way that protects the lives of innocent people
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Conscientious objection
Refusal to join the military or take part in a war, based on moral or religious ground. Conscientious objectors must seek official approval of their status from the government
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Arms race
The competition between nations to build up stockpiles of weapons of all kinds, including weapons of mass destruction. Many of these stockpiles are large enough to destroy the world several times over
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Abortion
Direct abortion, that is to say, abortion willed
either as an end or a means, is gravely contrary to the moral law: You shall not kill the
embryo by abortion and shall not cause the newborn to perish. God, the Lord of life, has
entrusted to men the noble mission of safeguarding life, and men must carry it out in a
manner worthy of themselves. Life must be protected with the utmost care from the
moment of conception : abortion and infanticide are abominable crimes
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Genetic engineering
Manipulating the genetic code of plants, animals, or humans being to alter it in some way. Such activity with human DNA is considered a violation of the sanctity of life
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Euthanasia
Those whose lives are diminished or weakened deserve special respect. Sick or handicapped person should be helped to lead lives as normal as possible. Whatever its motives and means, direct euthanasia consists in putting an end to the lives of handicapped, sick, or dying persons it is morally unacceptable
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Suicide
Someone killings themselves
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Scandal
An action or attitude of the failure to act that leads another person into sin
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Sacred
Dedicated or set apart for the service or worship of a deity
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Vengeance
Punishment inflicted in retaliation for an injury or offense
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Comparative Justice
The principle that relevantly similar cases should be treated similarly, and relevantly dissimilar cases should treated differently
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Legitimate authority
To the right and power granted to an individual or group to make decisions, give orders, and enforce rules within a specific context, typically based on a system of law, tradition, or accepted practices
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Right intention
A state of mind characterized by renunciation, non-ill will, and harmlessness
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Proportionality
Corresponding in size, degree, or intensity
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Last resort
Something done only if nothing else works
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Suicide
When someone kills themselves
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Assisted suicide
The act of suicide carried out by someone with assistance from another person
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Genocide
The deliberate and systematic destruction of a radical, political, or cultural group
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Health
Life and physical health are precious gifts entrusted to us by God. We must take reasonable care for them, taking into account the needs of others and the common good
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Adultery
Sexual activity between two people, at least one of whom is married to another, prohibited by the sixth commandment
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Just cause
Something or someone that brings about a result or condition
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Annulment
A declaration by the Church that a marriage is null and void that is, it never existed. Catholics who divorce must also have the marriage annulled by the Church to be free to marry again in the Church
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Artificial insemination
The process by which a man’s sperm and a woman’s egg are united in a manner other than natural sexual intercourse. In the narrowest sense, it means injecting sperm into a woman’s cervical canal. The church considers it morally wrong because it separates intercourse from the act of procreation
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Chastity
The virtue by which people are able successfully and healthfully to integrate their sexuality into their total person; recognized as one of the fruits of the Holy Spirit. Also, one of the vows of the religious life
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Civil authorities
The people in society who are responsible for making and enforcing civil laws. They have a responsibility for safeguarding human freedom and human dignity
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Civil disobedience
Deliberate refusal to obey a law prescribed by the state, usually on moral grounds
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Civil laws
The laws that govern society. Civil laws should reflect the natural laws that God has placed in every human heart
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Contraception
The deliberate attempt to interfere with the creation of new life as a result of sexual intercourse
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Covet
to desire (what belongs to another) inordinately or culpably
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Fornication
Sexual intercourse between a man and a woman who are not married. It is morally wrong to engage in intercourse before marriage, and it is a sin against the Sixth Commandment
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Homosexuality
A sexual attraction to members of one’s own gender. The church teaches that homosexual activity is morally wrong
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Honor
good name or public esteem
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In vitro fertilization
The fertilization of a woman’s egg with a man’s sperm outside of her body. The fertilized egg is transferred to the woman’s uterus. The church considers the process to be a moral violation of the dignity of a procreation
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Lust
Intense and uncontrolled desire for sexual pleasure. It is one of the seven capital sins
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Masturbation
Self-manipulation of one’s sexual organs for the purpose
of erotic pleasure or to achieve orgasm. Masturbation is a sin because
the act cannot result in the creation of a new life. It is also wrong
because it is self-serving, and God created sex not for
self-gratification but to unify a husband and wife in marriage
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Modesty
From the same root word, as “moderation”, it means keeping one’s attitude, actions, speech, dress, and other behaviors controlled in a way that acknowledges one’s own dignity
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Natural laws
Our God-given instinct to be in right relationship withGod, other people, the world, and ourselves. The basis for natural law is our participation in God’s wisdom and goodness because we are
created in the divine likeness. The fundamental expressions of natural law remain fixed and unchanging, which is why natural law is
the foundation for both personal morality and civil norms
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Pornography
A written description or visual portrayal of a person or action that is created or viewed with the intention of stimulating sexual feelings
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Society
A broad part of the human community, that is distinguished by common values, tradition, standards of living, or conduct
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Gratitude
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Trust me
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Plagiarism
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Embezzlement
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Reparation
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Restitution
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Almsgiving
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Common God
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Social doctrine
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Stewardship
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Vocation
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Preferential option for the poor
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Envy
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Covet
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Detraction
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Calumny
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Slander
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Heresy
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Confidentiality
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Gossip
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Probability success
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Redemption
