KoG More Flashcards
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Four marks of the Church
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One
Holy
Catholic
Apostolic
2
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Mark 1 : One
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- Church united in one body
- At the last supper Jesus prayer to God that his followers “may all be one”.
3
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Mark 2: Holy
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- The presence of God makes the Church holy
- Church is guided by Holy Spirit
4
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Mark 3 : Catholic
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The beliefs of the Church are universal.
5
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Mark 4 : Apostolic
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The Church’s teachings are built on the teachings of the 12 apostles.
6
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Apostolic succession + magisterium
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- Authority of apostles passed down from one generation of bishops to next.
- Catholic Church guided by Holy Spirit
7
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How is the Church conciliar?
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- Councils sometimes held to make important decisions and update Church teachings.
- Councils express the voice of the whole church.
- Helps the Pope discuss difficult issues with the Church
8
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How is the Church pontifical?
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- the Pope is the leader of the Church : highest authority
- Authority passed down over generations from Peter (leader of the apostles chosen by Jesus) to Pope.
- Pope is representative of Christ on earth.
9
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Catholic social teachings
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- Church believes God loves all people.
- Church recognises the importance of helping support the weakest and poorest members of society.
10
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SVP (St Vincent de Paul Society)
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- Offer support to people who are vulnerable
- Run bigger projects to help locals : run summer camps or provide food for homeless.
11
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CAFOD
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- Provides emergency aid in places overseas where disasters have taken lives.
- CAFOD challenges national + international laws and policies that hurt those living in poverty.
12
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Kingdom values
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Humility, mercy, desire for peace etc
13
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Priest hood
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- Promise of celibacy - commit body and soul to God
- Priest serves others
- Priests take a promise of obedience to their bishop
14
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Family life
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- Love united a family together.
- Parents teach kids kingdom of God values to spread kingdom of God on earth
15
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Monks + nuns (religious life)
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- Vows of poverty, chastity and obedience.
- Live simple lives dedicated to prayer and serving others.
- Monastaries have a sense of peace.
