Kingdom Of God Flashcards
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What is a pilgrimage?
A journey that has a spiritual purpose, where the destination may be a sacred religious place.
Why do Catholics believe that life is a pilgrimage?
Life is a journey to meet God at death; therefore, the Church is the pilgrim people of God.
What is a dramatised prayer?
Prayer that involves physical actions.
How do Catholics accompany Jesus in the Stations of the Cross?
When Catholics pray before the Stations of the Cross, they accompany Jesus on his final journey with a type of dramatised prayer.
Why do Catholics make a pilgrimage to Jerusalem?
Some Catholics make a pilgrimage to Jerusalem where they may do the Stations of the Cross on the Via Dolorosa, the street through which Jesus carried his cross.
Give a quote that describes Christian views about life as a pilgrimage to heaven.
“Christians, on pilgrimage toward the heavenly city, should seek and think of these things which are above.” Gaudium et Spes 57
What is the significance of moving between the Stations of the Cross?
It is a way to accompany Jesus on his last journey, share in Jesus’ sufferings as a sign of gratitude & thanks, and helps the person to stay focused on their prayers.
Why do Catholics go on pilgrimages?
To renew their commitment to the Church & God, meet other Catholics, heal themselves, and feel spiritually inspired.
What are the popular pilgrimage sites for Catholics?
Jerusalem, Rome, Lourdes.
Why is Jerusalem important for Catholic pilgrimage?
It is the city in Israel where Jesus died.
Why do Catholics visit Jerusalem?
To share in Jesus’ life & suffering and to renew their faith & commitment to Jesus.
Why is Rome important for Catholic pilgrimage?
It is the centre of Catholic faith, home to the Vatican, the tomb of St. Peter, and St John Lateran (the most important Catholic Church).
Why do Catholics visit Rome?
To show their commitment to the Catholic Church & their unity with the Pope & all Catholics.
Why is Lourdes important for Catholic pilgrimage?
It is known for its healing powers; a young girl called Bernadette saw visions of Mary.
Why do Catholics visit Lourdes?
To be healed physically or spiritually by the waters and to feel stronger & more at peace in body & mind.
How can films inspire Christians?
They inspire Christians to become more involved in missionary work & evangelism.
How is mission through God’s love in good actions portrayed in film?
In Les Miserables, a thief steals silver from the bishop, who stops the police from arresting him by claiming it was a gift, persuading the thief to become a better person.
How is the importance of following God’s law (mission & evangelism) shown in film?
In Les Miserables, the thief saves the jailer’s life, and the jailer finds he cannot arrest him, showing that goodness wins out over the law.
How is commitment to God through mission & evangelism shown in film?
In The Mission, European priests defend native Americans despite the danger of death.
Why are films important to mission & evangelism?
They illustrate the power such values can have to change & improve people’s lives and inspire Christians to show these values in their own lives.
What is the Kingdom of God?
It is not a place but the idea of God’s authority & rule.
How was the Kingdom of God established?
Through Jesus and continues to grow through the present day, completed at the end of time.
What is the Lord’s Prayer?
A prayer that Jesus taught to his disciples, giving an idea of what is required for God’s kingdom to grow on earth.
What is the meaning of ‘Our Father, who art in heaven’?
Jesus wants all people to be able to call God their ‘Father’, and to have a trusting relationship with him.
