Unit 8 & Unit 9 Flashcards
God the father’s love is _______.
Universal
Through the power of the ________, the church is Jesus present in the world.
Holy Spirit
What does it mean when they say the church is “Catholic”?
It is universal, worldwide, total, for all
What does the church do to show it is Catholic?
- strives to preach the good news of salvation
- teaches the message of Jesus Christ
- offers all that is necessary for salvation
- proclaims the good news of Christ’s teaching
When we strive to increase the understanding between different religions, we call that ________________.
Interreligious dialogue
How is the church universal?
Because of its mission to the whole world
The variety between the church does not harm its _________ but makes it more visible.
Unity
_______ churches are referred to as Orthodox?
Eastern
How many Eastern Catholic Churches are united with Rome?
21
What are the six major Eastern Catholic Churches?
- Chaldean
- Syrian
- Maronite
- Coptic
- Armenian
- Byzantine
What are some differences in the Byzantine church?
- icons in places of honor
- different form of Eucharist
- people bow from waist down
- the sign of the cross is make with three fingers
The Catholic Churches are in communion with who?
the pope (bishop of Rome), the sacraments, the mass, and the gospel
The Church respects all ______ and _____ that reflect God’s truth.
values and customs
The Greek word for good news is ___________.
evangelion
All __________ heal, teach, serve, work for justice, and love others as Jesus did.
Missionaries