Foundations
Who are the successors of the apostles?
Bishops
List the 4 Gospels. Which are the synoptic Gospels?
Matthew*, Mark*, Luke*, John
What was Matthew's occupation before following Jesus?
Tax Collector
Who is the ordinary minister of the sacrament of Baptism?
A priest or deacon.
Fill in the blanks: Sacraments are _______ signs of grace, instituted by ________, and entrusted to the _______, by which ________ _______ is dispensed to us.
efficacious, Christ, Church, divine life
What is the term for "The teaching authority of the Church, made up of the pope and the bishops"?
The Magisterium
What does the term "Incarnation" mean?
God becoming man.
To which primary audience was the Gospel of Matthew written?
To Jews.
There are multiple references to the Holy Eucharist in the Bible. What are 2 specific places?
1) John 6
2) The Last Supper
3) 1 Cor 11 (Bonus)
True or false: Receiving the Eucharist forgives all actual sin.
False.
How is a covenant different than a contract?
A covenant is an "exchange of persons" (giving your all), while a contract is an "exchange of goods/services."
What is the term for saying "Scripture teaches without error the truths necessary for our salvation" ? So, Scripture is ______ .
Inerrant
What was the first "Sign" performed by Jesus in John's gospel?
Turning the water into wine at the Wedding at Cana.
What are the words spoken by the Bishop during Confirmation?
"____ , be sealed with the gift of the Holy Spirit."
True or false: If Mass begins at 11 a.m. and Communion usually happens around 11:30 a.m., I should stop eating or drinking (except for water/meds) by 10:45 a.m.
False
Faith is not a blind leap but an informed decision that requires the use of our ____ and ______.
Intellect and will
How is Matthew's Gospel different than John's Gospel?
Matthew's is more structured (clear sections), while John's is more poetic.
What are 2 major themes found in the Gospel of Luke?
1)Mercy
2) Jesus' ministry to all nations
3) Perspectives of Mary & Jesus' infancy.
How does the substance and accidents of the Eucharist change before vs after consecration during Mass?
Accept reasoned answers.
During Baptism, an _________ mark is placed on your soul.
Indelible.
How can you explain the mystery of the cross using the concepts: The Gap, The Problem, and The Bridge?
The Gap: all have sinned and sin separates us from God.
The Problem: We can't bridge the gap between us and God on our own. There is no infinite act of love we can offer to God to make up for our sin.
The Bridge: As fully human, Jesus represents mankind. as fully divine, He can bridge the gap by offering an infinite act of love to The Father on the Cross.
Name the 4 reasons for the Incarnation.
1) To save us
2) So we may know God's love for us
3) To be our model of holiness
4) So we may take part in God's divine life.
List and briefly define the 4 senses of Scripture
1) Literal
2) Moral - right/wrong
3) Anagogical - to Heaven
4) Allegorical - to Jesus
Name 5 effects of Baptism (according to class discussion).
1) Forgiveness of all sin; 2) New creation 3) Incorporation into the Church; 4) Indelible mark on your soul; 5) Creates bonds of Christian unity.
What is the Scriptural basis for the sacrament of Confession?
In John 20:23, Jesus said to the apostles, "Whose sins you forgive are forgiven them..."