Y9 The Church Flashcards
(39 cards)
What is the Magisterium?
The teaching authority of the Church
What is a disciple?
A follower of Jesus
What are the two types of Magisterium?
Ordinary - the day to day teachings of the Church, e.g. an encyclical (letter written by the Pope)
Extraordinary - the Church’s response to specific issues, e.g. the creation of the Catechism of the Catholic Church.
What is an encyclical?
Letter written by the Pope
What is a synod?
A meeting of the Bishops
Who makes up the Magisterium?
Pope, Cardinals, Archbishops and Bishops
What is Apostolic Succession?
The belief that Jesus’ authority was passed down to the Apostles and has been handed down to the Pope and Bishops.
Who was the first Pope?
St. Peter - Jesus passed down his authority to Peter and the apostles
What is an apostle?
One of the chosen 12 of Jesus’ followers
What is a creed?
A statement of faith
List two Catholic creeds.
Nicene Creed and Apostles Creed.
When is the Nicene Creed said?
During Sunday Mass
What are the four words that describe the nature of the Church?
One, Holy, Catholic, Apostolic
Why is the Church referred to as ‘one’?
The Church is united in the beliefs in one God, the Trinity, and the sacraments
Why is the Church referred to as ‘holy’?
Jesus makes the Church holy. We become holy when we do good deeds, worship God and take part in sacraments.
Why is the Church referred to as ‘Catholic’?
Catholic means universal. The Church is for all people regardless of where they live or who they are. All Catholics should evangelise - spread the word of God.
Why is the Church referred to as ‘Apostolic’?
Catholics believe that Jesus passed down his authority to the Pope and Bishops.
What is meant by the term ‘Body of Christ’?
Catholics are the physical form of Jesus on earth today - they continue Jesus’ good works.
Who makes up the Body of Christ?
Jesus - the head;
Clergy - the Pope, Cardinals, Archbishops, Bishops and Priests;
Religious - nuns and monks;
Laity - the ordinary baptised Catholics.
How do you become a part of the Body of Christ?
You need to get baptised.
What is evangelisation?
Spreading the word of God.
Who are the Laity?
Ordinary baptised Catholics.
What did St Paul teach about the Body of Christ?
There is one Church but many members. All members have a role in the Church. All members are equal.
What is the Catechism of the Catholic Church?
A book which summarises the main teachings of the Catholic Church.