Ch. 8 Key Words
one who succeeds, or takes the place of, another
successor
Christian Statement of beliefs based on the teachings of Jesus Christ and the faith of the Apostles
How many men did Jesus choose to be his Apostles?
twelve
What are our responsibilities to one another:
(name 2)
- to live together in peace
- to share the good things of the world
- to respect and care for all creatures on the Earth
- to respect and care for one another
local areas of the church led by bishops
dioceses
treating everyone fairly and with respect
justice
Name one job of the Pope:
- to teach the Good News of Jesus Christ
- to seek peace
- to encourage people to treat one another fairly and with respect
- to ask for help for those who are in need
The Church has continued to teach the same message: (name 2)
- God made all people in his image
- God loves and cares for everyone
- We are to love God with our whole heart
- We are to love our neighbors as ourselves
Bishops
the successors of the Apostles who lead the Church
to state what we believe
profess
What does it mean that the Church is "one"?
that the Church is one community called together by God
With the help of the Holy Spirit, the Apostles were able to _______________.
speak the truth about Jesus
Pope
the Bishop of Rome, who leads the whole Catholic Church
creed
a set of beliefs
What are the four marks of the Church?
one, holy, catholic, and apostolic
The Church is the _____________ on Earth.
Body of Christ
Marks of the Church
four characteristics that describe the Church: the Church is one, holy, Catholic, and apostolic
Catholic Social Teaching
tells us that we are all made in God's image and have certain human rights
What are the three ways bishops continue the mission of the Apostles?
- they teach
- they lead
- they sanctify
The Holy Spirit continues to ______________________________________.
guide the pope and bishops to teach the truth about Jesus