The teaching office of the Church who gives authentic interpretation of the word of God (both Tradition & Scripture).
What is the Magisterium?
100
Your new theology teacher. (You have to spell my last name right or else it doesn't count.)
Who is Ms. Lipscombe?
100
In the very beginning of the early Church, the Apostles mostly preached in this one area.
What is Israel?
100
At Pentecost, who comes to the Apostles when they are in the Upper Room?
Who is the Holy Spirit?
100
Who established the Catholic Church?
Who is Jesus?
200
This is an assembly of people, founded by Christ, under the leadership of the Pope and bishops, called from around the world, and led by the Holy Spirit to proclaim the Gospel.
What is the Catholic Church?
200
Name the four Marks of the Church.
What are one, holy, catholic, and apostolic?
200
The earliest Christians had usually been part of this religion before becoming Christians.
What is Judaism?
200
At Pentecost, who speaks up and preaches on behalf of all the Apostles?
Who is Peter?
200
What did Jesus establish?
What is the Catholic Church?
300
The feast celebrating the coming of the Holy Spirit upon the Apostles 50 days after Easter.
What is Pentecost?
300
Four essential characters of the Church and her mission that are inseparably linked together.
What are the Marks of the Church?
300
This term describes someone who leaves their religion to join a different religion.
What is a convert?
300
When the Church begins, Peter (specifically) takes this new authoritative role.
What is Pope?
300
In his Letter to the Smyrneans, this saint was the first person to use the phrase "Catholic Church."
Who is Saint Ignatius of Antioch?
400
The community-based formation process undergone by adults and older children who are candidates for Christian Initiation.
What is the catechumenate?
400
A witness to the truth of the faith, in which a person endures even death to be faithful to Christ.
What is a martyr?
400
The Church was concerned about accepting this group as converts- since they did not follow Mosaic (Jewish) laws. The Church then accepted them and said they only had to follow certain Jewish laws.
Who are the Gentiles?
400
When the Church begins, the Apostles take on this new authoritative role.
What are bishops?
400
These are the church leaders/writers/theologians who came immediately after the Apostles.
Who are the Church Fathers?
500
Non-baptized people preparing for the Sacrament of Initiation (i.e. Baptism).
Who are catechumens?
500
The decree of Emperor Constantine granting freedom of religion and legal status to the Christian Church. Made it legal to practice Christianity in the Roman Empire.
What is the Edict of Milan?
500
This "apostle" had a dramatic conversion to Christianity, went on four missionary journeys, established many new church communities, and wrote many letters to Christian communities around the (known) world.
Who is St. Paul?
500
The purpose of the Church is foreshadowed in this part of the Bible. It is where we see God gathering and guiding people (with the help of Abraham, Moses, etc.) as they await the Messiah.
What is the Old Testament?
500
In this Bible verse, Jesus says, "You are Peter and on this rock I will build MY CHURCH..."