Origins of the Church
Does everyone need the Church?
Yes
Why did Christ establish his one true Church?
To continue His presence in this world and To continue His work of saving souls
For an authentic relationship with God that leads to a Christian life. What continues to help the Church fulfill her mission?
The Holy Spirit's presence.
What is Pentecost?
A Jewish feast that takes place 50 days after Passover
Why did Jesus not write a Gospel?
He was too busy founding a Church!"
What trifecta does the Church have its origins in?
The Blessed Trinity
When did the Holy Spirit reveal the Church?
At Pentecost
What continues to help the Church fulfill her mission?
The Holy Spirit's presence.
How did the Holy Spirit descend on those in the room as described in Acts?
"Tongues of Fire"
Why was Jesus crucified and where does the mystery of the cross find its fulfillment?
Jesus was crucified to atone for human sinfulness.
With whom did the remote preparation of the Church begin?
Abraham
Who instituted the Catholic Church?
Jesus Christ
How was the Church born?
The Church was born from Christ's self-giving love that was expressed perfectly.
What promise did Jesus fulfill on Pentecost?
To send the Holy Spirit to direct and guide the work of the Church.
Who is the head of the Church?
Jesus Christ
With whom did the immediate preparation of the Church begin?
The Isrealites
What was the preparation for the Church?
- God’s promise to Abraham
How does St. Paul describe the Church in 1 Corinthians?
"Body of Christ"
How would Jesus’ work of Redemption continue?
Through his followers in the Church.
How (once again) was the Church born?
The church was born from the pierced heart of Christ.
What does the Church make possible with God and because of what do we need this?
Communion, Original Sin
How did Jesus inaugurate the Church?
By preaching the good news
What empowers the Church to live as the Body of Christ?
The divine energy of the Holy Spirit.
Pentecost has often been called the what?
“The Birthday of the Church”
What is the way to Salvation?
The Church