Creed
What is the Creed?
A summary of Catholic beliefs
What is salvation history?
God’s plan to save humanity
When did the Church begin?
Pentecost
How many Sacraments are there?
Seven
How many Commandments are there?
Ten
What does “I believe” mean in the Creed?
A personal profession of faith
Who fulfills salvation history?
Jesus Christ
What are the four marks of the Church?
One, Holy, Catholic, Apostolic
What is a sacrament?
An outward sign of inward grace
What do the Commandments teach us?
How to love God and others
Why is the Creed important to Catholics?
It unites and expresses shared beliefs
Name one key event in salvation history.
Creation / Exodus / Incarnation
What does “Catholic” mean?
Universal
Name the Sacraments of Initiation.
Baptism, Confirmation, Eucharist
Which Commandments focus on loving God?
The first three
How does the Creed connect to salvation history?
It summarizes belief in the God revealed through salvation history
How does salvation history show God’s faithfulness?
God continually works to save His people
What does “Apostolic” mean?
Founded on the apostles
What makes a sacrament different from a symbol?
It actually gives grace
Why are the Commandments still relevant today?
They express timeless moral truth
Why is belief in Jesus essential to the Creed?
He is the center of salvation and reveals God fully
Why is salvation history important for us today?
It shows God’s ongoing relationship with humanity
What is the mission of the Church?
To continue Christ’s work of teaching, sanctifying, and governing
Why are the Sacraments of Initiation important?
They establish life in Christ and full membership in the Church
How do the Commandments relate to Jesus’ teaching?
They are fulfilled in loving God and neighbor