Vocabulary
Faith
A gift from God that helps us believe in Him.
Who is Jesus?
Jesus is the Son of God, and He is called the light of the world
How do we come to know people?
By talking to them, spending time with them, and learning about their lives.
How does God reveal Himself to us?
God reveals Himself through the Scriptures (the Bible).
What is the Old Testament?
The first part of the Bible.
Creator
God, who made everything that is and whom we can come to know through everything He created
Why is Jesus called the light of the world?
He guides us, bringing truth and love into the darkness of sin.
Where does God reveal Himself?
God reveals Himself in the Bible, which is His word.
How does the Old Testament help us understand Jesus?
The Old Testament prepares us for the coming of Jesus, showing how God’s plan for salvation unfolded over time.
How does the Old Testament help us understand Jesus?
It prepares the way for Jesus by telling us about God’s promises.
Church
The People of God throughout the whole worlds, or diocese (the local Church) or the assembly of those called together to worship God.
How can we let Jesus touch our lives?
By opening our hearts to Him through prayer.By listening to His teachings and following His example.By trusting in His love and mercy.
How do Catholics read the Bible?
By looking at both Scripture and Tradition.By understanding the context of the Bible, its history, and its meaning for our lives.
What are Scripture and Tradition?
Scripture: The written word of God found in the Bible.Tradition: The teachings and practices handed down through the Church
What does the "Old Testament" mean?
The part of the Bible written before Jesus was born.
Bible
The collection of books containing the truth of God’s Revelation to us.
How can we be open to Jesus?
Through prayer and reading the Bible.By receiving the sacraments.By acting with love and kindness toward others.
What are habits of prayer?
Praying daily.Giving thanks to God.Asking for help and guidance.Praying for others.
What is the Sacred Deposit of Faith?
Scripture and Tradition together form one Sacred Deposit, which is the fullness of God's revelation.
What forms the "Sacred Deposit of Faith"?
Scripture and Tradition together.
Jesus
The Son of God, who was born of the Virgin Mary and who died and was raised from the dead from our salvation.
Christ
A title that mean "anointed with oil", a title given to Jesus.
Old Testament
The first 46 books of the Bible which tells of God, Covenat with the people of Israel and his plan for the salvation of all people.
What is the Old Testament?
The Old Testament is the first part of the Bible, containing books written before the birth of Jesus, and it tells the story of God’s covenant with His people.
How does God reveal Himself to us?
Through Scriptures.