Vocab chapter 8
evangelization
the proclaiming of the Good News of Jesus to others
pope
the bishop of Rome is the spiritual leader of the church. Comes from papa, the Greek word for father. The pope can also be called the Vicar of Christ.
What do we mean when we say that the Church is catholic
It teaches the whole message of Jesus to all people, effectively communicating to every culture
What makes the Catholic Church apostolic
Jesus sent the apostles forth to share in his mission. It's rooted in the teachings of the apostles.
What is your Christian Responsibility and when did you get them
strive to be generous, respectful, and courageous, and to promote the well being of all people. You received it at baptism.
interreligious dignity
when we strive to increase understanding between different religions
collegiality
when the bishops work together with the pope to lead the church
What are some differences you will see when going to a Byzantine church
people bowing from the waist when entering the church, the Sign of the Cross made with the thumb and first two fingers, religious images in places of honors, and an ornate icon screen between the altar and pews.
What organization do the bishops of the US form
The United States Conference of Catholic Bishops
What is the importance of the Magisterium
it continues to teach for Jesus and it guides us
distinct churches
people who celebrate their own liturgical rites and follow their own church
cathedral
the bishops church in his diocese comes from the Latin word for chair
How many Eastern Catholic churches are in communion with Rome today
21
How does the Church pass on the faith to other generation
through the teachings, life, and worship
to go out and spread the word of God and get everyone to believe in it.
evangelion
the Greek word for good news
Infallibility
when the pope proclaims a teaching solemnly and officially on faith or morals, we can be assured that the teaching is without error
What are the 6 major Eastern Catholic churches
Chaldean, Syrian, Maronite, Coptic, Armenian, and Byzantine
You participate in the sacraments, especially the Eucharist at Sunday Mass
Why is it important that the church is catholic
the word catholic means universal and by the church being catholic it also means that it is universal and it invites all people to the church no matter what their culture is.
Holy Childhood Association
an international organization of students in Catholic elementary schools and religious education programs dedicated to fostering awareness of the missionary nature of the church
apostle
comes from a word that means sent
what happened to the church in 1054
It split
What does it mean to be a believing member of the church
you put your faith in Jesus at all times
What is the mission of the church and how do you share in it
The church's mission is to invite all people to salvation. You can share in this mission by inviting people to join you for church.