from "charisma," meaning the "gift" of the Holy Spirit manifested in corporate worship.
What is charismata
100
An image. In Christian contexts, an image of Jesus or any of the saints as understood as an impulse to, or example of, holiness and faith. Many Protestants reject the presence of this in worship.
What is an icon
100
Latin for "I believe," part of the Ordinary of the Latin Mass.
What is Credo
100
A second-generation reformer whose theological views came to dominate first Geneva and then generally the Presbyterian and Reformed churches. His liturgical "La Forme Des Prieres et Chantz Ecclesiastiques" was published in 1542.
Who is John Calvin
100
Term for "truly" or "so be it," used at the end of a prayer. Imporatant expression of agreement by congregation to minister.
What is amen
200
from "doxa," meaning "glory," a hymn of praise.
What is doxology
200
Sunday, celebrated as the day Jesus rose from the dead. This "first day of the week" became primary day of Christian corporate worship.
What is the Lord's Day
200
"Glory to the Father," an ancient trinitarian hymn of adoration.
What is Gloria Patri
200
Most important leader of the nascent Swiss Reformation, whose symbolic understanding of the Eucharist is weaved throughout Protestantism.
What is Ulrich Zwingli
200
bowing down low; physical action. Expressing awe, thanksgiving, surrender, in response to God's revelation; 170 OT occurrences.
What is Hawah, Histahawâ, Shaha
300
from "homilia," meaning "instruction;" in a worship service a short sermon, commentary or exegesis.
What is homily
300
From Latin "to bless", the blessing of God's care given by the minster at the end of the service.
What is benediction
300
"Make a joyful noise," the first word of Psalm 100. Traditionally assigned to Morning Prayer.
What is Jubilate
300
A groundbreaking RC council (1962-1965)). Included important directives for liturgical renewal. The Council is also acknowledged as a major influence on Protestant liturgical renewal.
What is Vatican II
300
fear, reverence, or standing in awe of God. Over 300 OT occurrences.
What is Yaré
400
to bow down; fall to the knee before; prostrate oneself.
What is proskuneo (proskynein)
400
Annual cycle of seasons, holy days, feasts and fasts for the Christian church.
What is Liturgical Year
400
Latin meaning "holy," part of the Ordinary of the Latin Mass, well known for the thrice repeated "Holy, holy, holy."
What is Sanctus
400
A German theologian, reformer, and liturgical reformer who believed that what did not contradict the gospel could be retained in the liturgy. Important hymn writer. Often credited with beginning Protestant Reform.
Who is Martin Luther.
400
to serve; to work; to do; to perform. 289 OT occurrences. Translated "serve" about 125 times, "serve the Lord" 56 times.
What is Abad, Abodah, Avodah
500
"Lord have mercy," a supplication that is the part of the Ordinary of the Latin Mass
What is Kyrie Eleison
500
The means by which the Holy Spirit communicates salvation and sanctification to believers, namely the Word of God and, in many traditions, the sacraments.
What are means of grace
500
Expression meaning "the rule of what is prayed is the rule of what is believed," in other words, as one worships, so one believes.
What is lex orandi lex credendi
500
Loves the little children, all the children of the world. Red and yellow, black and white, they are precious in his sight. He loves the little children of the world.
Who is Jesus
500
"Praise the Lord," an exclamation in many of the psalms; responses; versicle sung before the Gospel reading.