What it means to Be catholic with a small “c”
How do Catholic schools promote “Catholic Identity”
Through theology courses, prayer, retreats, and distinctive uniforms
What does “catholicity“ mean for the Church
”Catholicity” means the universe nature of the Church
Who is responsible for drawing diverse groups of beliefs, practices, and people together into an enduring communion in a diocese?
The bishop is responsible for drawing diverse groups together into communion.
Who does the Catholic Church consider to be fully incorporated within it?
Baptized Catholics who accept the entire structure of the Church.
What is the ultimate purpose of the mission of Christ and the Holy Spirit according to the passage?
To "share the love between the Father and the Son through the Holy Spirit."
What does it mean to be catholic with a small “c”
Universal and Inclusive
How does diversity in God’s creation contribute to catholicity
Diversity in God’s creation contributes to catholicity through beauty, wonder, and goodness.
What potential harm does the text suggest could occur if a bishop mandates uniformity in all parishes within the Church?
The potential harm is that the Church could be reduced to sterile and lifeless uniformity.v
According to the Church, what is the foundation of unity among all Christians?
Baptism.
When did the Church's mission begin, as detailed in Acts 2:1–41?
The Church's mission began at the feast of Pentecost.
Why is the Church considered “universal”
Considered “universal” due to Christ’s presence and mission to the entire human race
How is Christ described in relation to creation in Colossians
In Colossians, Christ is described as the Divine Person and Redeemer of all creation
In what ways does the bishop contribute to the enrichment of the whole Church during meetings with other bishops in an episcopal synod or ecumenical council?
The bishop contributes by engaging in a "gift exchange," bringing the faith of his own diocese to share with other bishops, enriching the life of the whole Church.
How does the Church view the relationship with other Christians who do not believe in the Catholic Faith entirely?
They remain in communion with the Catholic Church, though the communion is imperfect.
According to St. John Paul II, what did he say about a faith that does not become culture?
"A faith which does not become culture is a faith which has not been fully received, not thoroughly thought through, not faithfully lived out."
Why did the early Church adopt the term “catholic”
To distinguish from heretical sects, especially Gnosticism
How does the Colossians hymn emphasize Christ’s role in redemption
The Colossians hymn emphasizes Christ’s role as the preeminent Redeemer, with all things summed up to Him.
How does the responsibility of the pope and the college of bishops differ from that of the local bishop in preserving the Church's catholicity, as mentioned in the passage?
by keeping the universal and local churches in dialogue with one another, while the local bishop focuses on the communion within his own diocese.
Why does the Church state that it is necessary for Salvation, and what does "outside of the Church there is no Salvation" mean?
Jesus, necessary for Salvation, has made the Church his Body; it emphasizes the centrality of Christ in Salvation.
In the example of St. Gregory the Great and St. Augustine of Canterbury, what advice did Pope Gregory give to Augustine regarding the diversity in local churches?
Pope Gregory advised Augustine to select from every church the things that are devout, religious, and upright, combining them into one body for the training of the English.
What did St. Ignatius of Antioch emphasize about the Catholic Church’s presence
St. Ignatius emphasized the presence of the fullness of Christ’s body in the Catholic Church
How does catholicity connect diverse elements of life though Jesus Christ, the Divine Person
Catholicity connects diverse elements of life through Jesus Christ, the Divine Person, by drawing all of life together in a mystical unity as created by God.
Provide an example that illustrates the idea of "unity with diversity" in the context of local Roman Catholic churches, highlighting their unique customs, languages, festivals, and saints.
The passage mentions particular churches in Chicago, each with its own customs, language, festivals, and saints, yet still united under the local bishop, illustrating the concept of "unity with diversity" in the Roman Catholic Church.
According to the Church, what is the fate of those who reject the Church, knowing it is the Body of Christ?
They are considered to be rejecting Salvation, as Jesus and the Church are deemed necessary for God's plan of Salvation.
How does the passage describe the tension the Church faces in its missionary work?
The missionary work involves a tension with culture, requiring both fitting in with the culture and not compromising the Gospel message.