My Church is Spirit and Life
Name at least 4 ways we practice spiritual growth outside of attending the Liturgy
- Confession - Prayer - The Bible - Spiritual Meetings - Fasting and Asceticism - Our service to others
What does efnoti nai nan mean?
Have mercy
Where did Paul write Ephesians? What is the overall theme of Ephesians?
Prison, Unity and salvation for all
What does consistency require? Is consistency what we're aiming for?
Consistency: only requires a portion of dedication, doing the same thing over and over again
No, aiming for constancy
Fill in the blank: Show me your friends and I will _________
Tell you who you are
What is the work of the Holy Spirit in the Church?
- Baptism - Chrismation - Eucharist - Sacrament of Repentance and Confession - Unction of the sick - Matrimony (marriage) - Priesthood
How many readings are there in the Liturgy of the Word? What are they?
5: Pauline, Catholic, Acts, Synaxarion, Gospel
What is "the hope of His calling?"
That we are all united in the Body of Christ
Define constancy.
the state or quality of being enduring, unchanging, faithful, dependable
What were the 6 ways our relationships could take form through (hint: the 6 strings on the guitar!)?
myself, Church, Bible, friends, opposite gender, media
Name at least 5 blessings of Communion
- Steadfastness in Christ (receiving strength) - Unity with the Heavenly (& intercessions of the saints) - Unite with one another - Receiving forgiveness - Receiving salvation (sanctification & purification) - Eternal life - Proclaiming our Lord's death
What is the key moment of repentance? (hint: said during the prayer of submission and communion)
Deacon says: "Bow your heads to the Lord"
People answer: "Before you O Lord"
What is the purpose of the shield of faith?
to shield from the evil one's “arrows” (thoughts, actions, and words)
What role does silence play in a relationship?
there is great meaning in your silence through your presence
It is important to have a relationship with my Bible. How?
Own one, make it a habit, effort, contemplate and meditate
Name the 4 distinct characteristics of our Coptic Church identity (hint: 3 are types of people & 1 is something we do)
1. Church of Theologians
2. Church of Monks
3. Church of Martyrs
4. Church of Evangelism
Name at least 5 of the 7 short litanies the priest prays
1. Litany of Peace
2. Litany of the Fathers
3. Litany of the Clergy
4. Litany of Mercy
5. Litany of the Place
6. Litany of the Air, Plants, and Waters
7. Litany of the Oblations
How does Christ lead the Church and how does the Church respond to Christ's leadership?
Christ leads: in sacrificial love
Church responds: in submission
What are the three basics of any relationship?
Sacrifice: taking time to know them
Humility: putting their desires over yours
Alertness: effective and direct communication
How can I love myself in a spiritual manner? Name at least 4 ways
acknowledge how unique I am - In His Image - Knowing my talents - Knowing my weaknesses - All for the Glory of God - Use time wisely
Explain the following phrase: "one, holy, catholic, and apostolic Church of God" AND define "Orthodox"
One: There is only one church in God's mind. The body of Christ is one
Holy: The Holy Spirit is He who makes the members of the church holy. He makes each person into a temple, and He is the reason why the church is Holy in thought, mindset, and behavior
Catholic: Universal - the Church covers the whole world, from every nation, people, tribe and tongue
Apostolic: The Church is an extension of the apostles, their lives, beliefs, teachings and evangelism
Church of God: The Church belongs only to God! Not even to herself! Bride of Christ
Orthodox: (Ortho=straight) The Church has a straight opinion, doctrine, and thought. There should be no separation between doctrine and life or between mind, heart, and daily behavior
The 5 spoonfuls of incense represent 5 men from the Old Testament who offered acceptable offerings to the Lord. Who are they?
1. Abel
2. Noah
3. Abraham
4. Aaron
5. Zachariah
Name the 6 spiritual weapons we have (think: armor of God)
1. Gird your waist with Truth
2. Breastplate of Righteousness
3. Shod your feet with the preparation of the Gospel of Peace
4. Shield of Faith
5. Helmet of Salvation
6. Sword of the Spirit
Recount one of the 3 stories from Mohra's lesson & its significance
Abba Agathon ("You are a heretic"), Desert Hermit ("My sons come back, you forgot to take this wallet"), Modern-day monk ("With one word in his cell, he was able to accomplish what many studied and failed")
List 3 negative effects of media that we discussed:
- Waste of Time - Not socializing (bad social skills) - Become passive receivers rather than active critics - Comparison