religion ch 24 Flashcards
(24 cards)
How large is the Kingdom?
If extends to all people in the world
What mission did Jesus give the apostles?
To restore the kingdom of David
What were the apostles waiting for after Jesus ascended into heaven?
To be baptized by the Holy Spirit
Who called the disciples to replace Judas?
St. Peter
Who was chosen to fill Judas’ place as the twelfth apostle?
Matthias
Who are the successors of the apostles today?
Bishop
What historical event did the Jews celebrate at Pentecost?
The giving of the law to Moses on mount Sinai
Why were Jews from many different nations able to hear the apostles in their own languages?
At the Pentecost the Holy Spirit gave them the gift of languages so they could fulfill the command of Jesus to “go to all the world” and tell the good news.
How did some of the Jewish people react when they found out the apostles were speaking so many different languages?
They thought they were possessed or drunk.
Which apostle acted as leader of the Twelve?
Peter
What miracle did Peter work at the gates of the Temple?
He healed a lame man who could not walk
What was St. Stephen accused of after out-arguing his adversaries?
Blasphemy
What was the outcome of St. Stephen’s trial?
He was stoned to death
Who persecuted the Jewish people who became Christian?
Jewish authorities
How did early Christians worship?
In their homes and synagogues
How do the parts of the Mass reflect the way the early Christians worshiped?
- Liturgy of the word is part of the old synagogue liturgy,
- Eucharist comes from the old temple liturgy of the thank offering and the Passover.
What was the last promise Jesus needed to fulfill after his Resurrection?
To Baptize the people with the Holy Spirit and fire
What did the ministry of the disciples consist of?
- restoring the kingdom of David
- making disciples of all nations & baptize them in the name of the father, son, and Holy Spirit
- teach them to observe all Jesus taught
After Jesus Ascension why did the Apostles and Mary stay in Jerusalem?
Jesus told them to and it was davids capital city
Why did the eleven Apostles need to replace Judas?
12 apostles represent the 12 tribes of Israel so they needed another person
What is the relationship between the Apostles and the bishop of your diocese?
Every bishop is a successor of the apostles
______________________________ comes from the Greek word meaning fifty.
Pentecost
What does it mean that St. Peter, like Jesus taught with authority?
Like Jesus he always has an answer with authority
What three activities identified the earliest Christian community in Jerusalem?
- celebrated the Eucharist in their homes
- shared everything they owned
- listened to the apostles
