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The first half of Acts is primarily about ________ and the second half is primarily about ___________.
Peter, Paul
Before converting, Paul was a member of this Jewish group.
The Pharisees
Who becomes Apostle in places of Judas
Matthias
Who is Acts addressed to?
Theophilus
How many people were present in the Upper Room during pentecost?
120
This person is known as the Protomartyr of Christianity
Where was Saul heading when he had his conversion experience?
Damascus
Name the term for electing a new Bishop/Pope/Apostle in Acts 1.
Apostolic Succession
What is the event that serves as a hinge between Luke and Acts
The Ascension
In which chapter of Acts do we read about Pentecost?
Chapter 2
This person is the first Apostle to be martyred
James the Greater
Name two people Paul traveled with during his journeys.
Gentiles do not need to keep Mosaic Law
What is the Early Church referred to during this time period?
The Way
How was St. Peter martyred?
Upside-down on a cross in Rome
This person is the first Bishop of Jerusalem
James the Lesser
How did Paul use his imprisonment AND his trials for good?
To write epistles and convert/evangelize leaders
Cornelius and his family receive the HS when Peter preaches to them… There is no distinction between Gentiles and Jewish Christians. What event does this refer to?
Why was Paul able to appeal for a hearing with Nero after his arrest?
He was a Roman Citizen
When does the Ascension AND Pentecost take place?
40 days after the Resurrection, 10 days after the Ascension
This person baptized Saul
Ananias
Name two regions Paul traveled to during his journeys (mentioned in notes)
Asia Minor, Greece, Judea, Rome
In Acts 7-11 the early Church is growing quickly. What do they do so that they can focus on preaching and the Sacraments?
Appoint Deacons
The four core aspects of discipleship (Teaching of Apostles, Fellowship, Breaking of Bread, and Prayers) mirror what?
The Catholic Mass
Describe the difference between who Peter and Paul preach to
Peter = Jews, Paul = Gentiles