Two Creation Stories
What book in the bible contains the creation stories?
Genesis
Who wrote Laudato Si?
Pope Francis
True or False: Stewardship means we can do whatever we want with the Earth.
False
Name one of the 4 harmonies of the creation stories.
Harmony with God / self / others / creation
What did God/the bible say after creating the world each day?
It was good.
On what day did God create light in the Priestly version?
Day 1
What does the words Laudato Si translate to?
Praise be to you.
What has God asked humans to be stewards of?
The earth and all creation.
What was the cause of the disruption of these harmonies?
The fall of Adam and Eve
What language was the Book of Genesis written in?
Hebrew
In the Yahwist version, what was the first thing God created from the ground?
Adam
What is the main message?
We must care for our common home.
What is stewardship?
Looking after something entrusted to you.
What is harmony of self?
Being at peace with who you are, emotionally and spiritually.
How was Eve created in the Yahwist story?
From Adam's rib.
Name one difference between the two stories.
Priestly: Creation over 7 days (and very structured)
Yahwist: Adam and Eve were the first humans.
According to Laudato Si, why should we care for the environment?
Because it affects the poor and future generations.
All creation is connected.
Why is stewardship important in Christianity?
Because the Earth is God’s creation and we must care for it out of love and respect.
How does sin disrupt harmony with others?
It causes conflict, selfishness and broken relationships.
What language is Laudato Si?
Italian
What is the key message of the creation stories?
We are made in God's image and likeness.
We are responsible for creation.
Name two ways people can live out the message of Laudato Si.
Give an example of how Christians can practice stewardship at school.
Examples: picking up rubbish, saving water, recycling, planting trees.
How can people help restore the harmony between humans and creation?
By caring for the environment, reducing harm, and living sustainably.
What is the seventh day of the week now celebrated as for believers of the creation story?
The Sabbath