Sin
Define Original Sin
the sin which all of humanity inherits due to the Fall
Venial sin
the sin which DAMAGES our relationship with God but does not DESTROY it
Define Mortal Sin
a serious offense against God, one that destroys the virtue of charity within us, which helps us love God and our neighbor
What is contrition
Hatred for our sin and our commitment to not sin again
What is the Fall in the Bible?
Adam and Eve chose their own desires, based on a lie, over God’s will and plan. Sin entered the world through this decision to choose themselves over God and his plan.
Skipping Mass (against 3rd Commandment, but you forgot to set your alarm).
Yes
A mortal sin means you have _______ turned away from God
a) accidentally
b) intentionally
intentionally
How often should be have confession
At LEAST once a year, this is one of the precepts of the Church
Any word we speak, action we perform, or desire we have that is contrary to the law that God has inscribed in our hearts at the very moment we are conceived.
Are venial sins less serious than mortal sins?
These three criteria determine if a sin is a Mortal Sin
a) Freely Choose, Grave Matter, We Know
b) Is bad, only murder, committed by 2 people
A) Freely Choose, Grave Matter, We Know
Can you receive Jesus Christ in the Eucharist if you have committed a mortal sin without confessing your sin first?
No, you have intentionally turned away from Jesus and receiving Jesus in the Eucharist would be a lie.
What does "mortal" mean?
Death. These mortal sins have the power to cause eternal death- that is, eternal separation, from God.
Is this a mortal sin? Skipping church on purpose on Sunday Holy Day because you just do not want to go.
Yes, mortal sin against the 3rd commandment and with full intent.