What was God's ORGINIAL PLAN for humans?
Was SIN a part of this original plan?
Human beings were made for...
-deep, mutual, intimate loving relationships
-union with God and one another
-complete openness and no shame
NO SIN!!! NOT PART OF THE ORIGINAL PLAN!
What is the Immaculate Conception?
Mother Mary is conceived/born WITHOUT sin
What is the Paschal Mystery?
Jesus' Passion, Death, Resurrection, and Ascension
Which virtue allows us to practice self-control and balance in our lives?
temperance
What does God desire and want for all of us- our ultimate goal?
HEAVEN
What is CONCUPISCENCE?
The tendency of humans to fall into sin
The Incarnation states that Jesus is ____________?
Jesus is 100% HUMAN and 100% DIVINE
What is Justification?
the removal of sin and the gift of God’s grace to renew our holiness
Which virtue is considered the greatest of all theological virtues?
love
How many Sacraments are there in the Catholic Church?
7
What is the definition of Original Sin?
the sin of the first human beings who disobeyed God’s command
When did Jesus institute/ begin the Eucharist?
Last Supper
What is the difference between PARTICULAR Judgement and LAST Judgement?
Particular: at the moment of death, we are face to face with God
Last: Jesus' Second Coming- judgement of the world; our bodies will reunite with our souls
What does it mean to offer our suffering/challenges to Christ?
It’s a way for us to look at our struggles differently and use our suffering as prayer;
Unite our struggles with Christ, which brings new life and meaning!
Who is called to be HOLY???
YOU! ME! EVERYONE!!!
Who is the fulfillment of all of God's covenants?
JESUS
Why did Jesus rise from the dead WITH his wounds? (glorified wounds)
His scars led to new life... He is not ashamed of his wounds- these wounds represent his glorified life.
Define Heaven, Hell, and Purgatory
Heaven: the state of eternal life and union with God
Hell: the state of permanent separation from God
Purgatory: period of growth and purification (if needed) before Heaven
What is the definition of Social (Communal) Sin?
the collective effect of many people’s sins over time
What is the official definition of PRAYER?
lifting up of one’s mind and heart to God
What are the 4 main Covenants that God makes in the OLD TESTAMENT (must list them in order)
1. Noah
2. Abraham
3. Moses
4. David
What are the 5 events that lead to Jesus' passion/death? (must list in order!)
1. The Cleansing of the Temple
2. The Anointing at Bethany
3. Judas betrays Jesus
4. The Last Supper
5. The Agony in the Garden
What are the 4 Cardinal Virtues? 3 Theological Virtues?
Cardinal:
1. Prudence
2. Justice
3. Temperance
4. Fortitude
Theological:
1. Faith
2. Hope
3. Love
What does Jesus save us FROM?
What does Jesus save us FOR?
Saved from sin and its consequences.
Saved for true happiness in this life, and union with God in our heavenly home in the next life.
What are the names of the 6 basic forms of prayer?
1. Blessing
2. Adoration
3. Petition
4. Intercession
5. Thanksgiving
6. Praise