Vocab
Solidarity
a term that illustrates the love that binds the church together
Dogmas
central truths of the Catholic faith, defined by the Magisterium, that Catholics are obligated to believe
What are the three degrees of the Sacrament of Holy Orders?
Bishop Priest and Deacon.
Blessed Trinity
The central mystery of the Christian faith. It teaches that there are Three Divine Persons in one God. Father, Son, and Holy Spirit
Hersey
A denial after baptism to believe a truth that must be believed with divine and Catholic faith, or an obstinate doubt about such truth.
How do priests and deacons forge unity with the bishop?
Through lamination in holy orders.
Unite
Often used to describe the common efforts of a smaller group that comes together
Ecumenical Councils
Gatherings of all the Catholic bishops of the world
How did the Second Vatican Council reemphasize the role and authority of the bishop in the Sacrament of Holy Orders?
It said that the bishops inspire lead and maintain unity in the church.
Ecumenism
The Second Vatican Council document, teaches that the church's highest source of unity is the Blessed Trinity
Schism
A break in the Christian unity that takes place when a group of christians separates itself from the church.
How can having the skills of an apologist help you to evangelize?
A person who offers an argument in defense of something controversial.
Apostasy
the denial of christ and the repudiation of the Christian faith by a baptized Christian
Idolatry
Worshiping something or someone other than the true God
How do the roles of the pope, bishops, priests, and deacons differ from the laity in defending the faith?
The laity has a job of apologist and evangelist where popes priests and deacons give us the sacraments and make religious decisions.