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What are the 4 Marks of the Church?

Catholic (correct)

Apostolic (correct)

One (correct)

Holy (correct)

The _______ fulfills these marks.

Church

What was the Council of Nicea?

First ecumenical council held in the year 325 in modern-day Turkey.

What is the Nicene Creed?

A profession of faith in one, holy, catholic, and apostolic Church. Signup and view all the answers

Why were Arius's teachings a problem?

Arius taught that Jesus wasn't fully divine. Signup and view all the answers

Why is the Church one?

Unity in the Trinity, founded by Jesus Christ, and through the Holy Spirit. Signup and view all the answers

As Catholics, how are we united?

In our Creed, celebrations of the Sacraments, and the hierarchical structure. Signup and view all the answers

Why is the Church holy?

Though members may sin, the Church as the Body of Christ is sinless. Signup and view all the answers

From the beginning, the Church has been with the sacramental means to help _ the sinners found in the Church.

Signup and view all the answers

What are the 4 Marks of the Church?

One, Holy, Catholic, Apostolic Signup and view all the answers

The _______ fulfills these marks.

Church Signup and view all the answers

What was the Council of Nicea?

First ecumenical council held in the year 325 in modern-day Turkey; called to confront the teachings of Arius, a priest who was teaching that Jesus wasn't fully divine; 300 bishops condemned him; developed the Nicene Creed, which we proclaim at Mass even today. Signup and view all the answers

What is the Nicene Creed?

In the Nicene Creed, we profess, 'I believe in one, holy, catholic, and apostolic Church.' Signup and view all the answers

Why were Arius's teachings a problem?

Arius was a priest who was teaching that Jesus wasn't fully divine. Arius' teachings were a problem because only God can redeem us. If Jesus wasn't divine as well as human, how could he have redeemed us from our sins? Signup and view all the answers

Why is the Church one?

<ol> <li>The unity in the Trinity of one God (Father, Son, & Holy Spirit); 2. Its founder, Jesus Christ, who came to restore unity among all people & between all people and the Father; 3. The Holy Spirit, who brings about the communion of the faithful & joins them in Christ.</li> </ol> Signup and view all the answers

As Catholics, how are we united?

<ol> <li>In our Creed and our other teachings; 2) In the celebration of the Sacraments; 3) In the hierarchical structure based on the Apostolic Succession preserved and handed on through the Sacrament of Holy Orders.</li> </ol> Signup and view all the answers

Why is the Church holy?

Although Church members sin, the Church as the Body of Christ is sinless. Signup and view all the answers

From the beginning, the Church has been with the sacramental means to help _ the sinners who are found in the Church.

endowed; make holy Signup and view all the answers

The Church has been given the ___ along with the precisely in order to be able to make sinners holy.

Sacraments; Word Signup and view all the answers

The holiness of the Church has always had reference to her _ and to what the Church was founded by him with the power and authority to do, not with the condition of her members.

Divine Founder Signup and view all the answers

Each of us as a member of the Church has been called to __________.

holiness Signup and view all the answers

By God's ___, we strive for holiness, through the power of the _ ____.

grace; Holy Spirit Signup and view all the answers

Our Church has been marked by outstanding examples of _ in the lives of the of every age. No matter how dark the times may have been for our Church, there have always been those great saints through whom the _ of Christ has radiated.

holiness; saints; light Signup and view all the answers

Even though members of the Church fail and sin, the Church continues to be the and of holiness.

sign; instrument Signup and view all the answers

When we say the Church is Catholic, what are we saying?

<ol> <li>The Church possesses the fullness of Christ and has received from him the fullness of the means of salvation; 2) The Church has been sent on a mission by Christ to all people in the world to gather all into the People of God.</li> </ol> Signup and view all the answers

What does Catholic mean?

Universal - through the power of the Holy Spirit Catholicism spread to the ends of the earth. Signup and view all the answers

The Church is Catholic because it exists for all people and is the means of ________ for all people.

salvation Signup and view all the answers

The Holy Spirit came down upon the Church at ____ at a time when 'there were devout Jews from every nation under heaven staying in Jerusalem' (Acts of the 2:5)- Many accepted the faith then and there and began carrying 'the Catholic Church' back to the _ corners of the earth.

Pentecost; Apostles; four Signup and view all the answers

Why is the Church apostolic?

It was built on the foundation of the Apostles, preserves and passes on the Apostles' teaching through the Holy Spirit, and continues to be taught, made holy, and led by the Apostles through their successors, the bishops. Signup and view all the answers

Why did Jesus send his Apostles?

To continue his Father's mission, which gave them authority and power. Jesus also declared that the Apostles and their successors would speak for him in the serious business of gathering in and sanctifying his People and leading them toward the salvation he offers. Signup and view all the answers

The Church is also Apostolic in that the _________ _ _ found in both Sacred Scripture and Sacred Tradition was preserved, taught, and handed on by the _____.

Deposit of Faith; Apostles Signup and view all the answers

Under the guidance of the Holy Spirit, the _________ has the duty to preserve, teach, defend, and hand on this Deposit of Faith.

Magisterium Signup and view all the answers

What is the Magisterium?

The teaching authority entrusted to the Apostles and their successors. Signup and view all the answers

The and _ in union with him form the Magisterium, the living, teaching office of the Church.

Pope; bishops Signup and view all the answers

The Holy Spirit protects the Church from _______ in its teaching authority.

error Signup and view all the answers

What does Apostolic mean?

To be founded on the Twelve Apostles. Signup and view all the answers

Jesus Christ intended that the fullness of his grace should come to his People in a Church that, from the beginning, was what the Creed still calls it today:

'one, holy, catholic, and apostolic.' Signup and view all the answers

_______ himself found the Church and marked it with these characteristics (4 marks) - Through the guidance of the Holy Spirit, the Church fulfills these marks.

Our Lord Signup and view all the answers

Our duty, then, as ____ Catholics, is to make these four marks of the Church in our daily lives.

baptized; visible Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Four Marks of the Church

Church is characterized by four essential marks: One, Holy, Catholic, Apostolic.
These marks are interlinked and inherent to the Church’s nature.

Council of Nicea

First ecumenical council convened in 325 AD in modern Turkey.
Addressed the heresies of Arius, who denied the full divinity of Jesus.
Resulted in the condemnation of Arius by approximately 300 bishops.
Established the Nicene Creed, recited in Mass today.

Importance of the Nicene Creed

Affirms belief in "one, holy, catholic, and apostolic Church".
Reflects the inseparable nature of the four marks.

Arius's Teachings

Arius claimed Jesus was not fully divine, creating a major theological issue.
Denial of Jesus's divinity questions the possibility of redemption.

Unity of the Church

Unity stems from the Trinity: Father, Son, Holy Spirit.
Founded by Jesus Christ, who aimed to restore unity among humanity and God.
The Holy Spirit fosters community among believers in Christ.

Catholic Unity

Unification through shared Creed and teachings.
Celebration of Sacraments as a common practice.
Hierarchical structure grounded in Apostolic Succession via Holy Orders.

Holiness of the Church

Despite individual sins, the Church itself remains sinless as the Body of Christ.
Endowed with sacraments to assist in sanctifying its members.

Role of Sacraments and Word

Church is equipped with Sacraments and the Word to achieve holiness among sinners.

Divine Founder

Holiness of the Church is linked to its Divine Founder, not merely to the condition of its members.

Call to Holiness

Each member is called to pursue holiness, aided by God's grace through the Holy Spirit.

Saints as Examples of Holiness

Throughout history, saints have exemplified holiness, shining the light of Christ even in difficult times.

Church as a Sign of Holiness

Even in failure and sin, the Church serves as a sign and instrument of holiness.

Catholicism Defined

Catholic means "universal," highlighting the Church's mission of salvation for all people.
The Church has received the fullness of Christ’s grace and is tasked with spreading it globally.

Historical Context of Catholicism

During Pentecost, the Holy Spirit empowered the Church to reach all nations, promoting its universality.

Apostolic Nature of the Church

Founded on the Apostles and their teachings, preserved through the Holy Spirit.
Apostolic succession ensures the Church is guided by successors of the Apostles.

Mission of the Apostles

Apostles were sent to continue the mission of Christ, tasked with gathering and sanctifying people.

Preservation of the Deposit of Faith

The Deposit of Faith, consisting of Sacred Scripture and Tradition, was entrusted to the Apostles and their successors.

Role of the Magisterium

The Magisterium holds the responsibility for teaching, defending, and passing on the Deposit of Faith.

Composition of the Magisterium

The Pope and bishops collectively form the Magisterium, the Church's authoritative teaching body.

Protection from Error

The Holy Spirit safeguards the Church against error in its teaching authority.

Apostolic Meaning

Apostolic refers to being founded on the Twelve Apostles and their teachings.

Enduring Characteristics of the Church

Jesus Christ defined the Church as one, holy, catholic, and apostolic from its inception.

Our Lord’s Establishment of the Church

Jesus established the Church, marking it with the four essential characteristics of its identity.

Responsibility of Catholics

As baptized individuals, Catholics are called to embody the four marks of the Church visibly in their daily lives.

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Test your knowledge on the essential marks of the Church with these flashcards. Discover what it means for the Church to be One, Holy, Catholic, and Apostolic. Additionally, delve into the historical context of the Council of Nicea and its significance.

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Questions and Answers

What are the 4 Marks of the Church?

The _______ fulfills these marks.

What was the Council of Nicea?

What is the Nicene Creed?

Why were Arius's teachings a problem?

Why is the Church one?

As Catholics, how are we united?

Why is the Church holy?

From the beginning, the Church has been __________ with the sacramental means to help ___________ the sinners found in the Church.

What are the 4 Marks of the Church?

The _______ fulfills these marks.

What was the Council of Nicea?

What is the Nicene Creed?

Why were Arius's teachings a problem?

Why is the Church one?

As Catholics, how are we united?

Why is the Church holy?

From the beginning, the Church has been __________ with the sacramental means to help ___________ the sinners who are found in the Church.

The Church has been given the _________ along with the ______ precisely in order to be able to make sinners holy.

The holiness of the Church has always had reference to her _________ ________ and to what the Church was founded by him with the power and authority to do, not with the condition of her members.

Each of us as a member of the Church has been called to __________.

By God's _____, we strive for holiness, through the power of the _____ ______.

Our Church has been marked by outstanding examples of _________ in the lives of the ______ of every age. No matter how dark the times may have been for our Church, there have always been those great saints through whom the _______ of Christ has radiated.

Even though members of the Church fail and sin, the Church continues to be the ________ and ________ of holiness.

When we say the Church is Catholic, what are we saying?

What does Catholic mean?

The Church is Catholic because it exists for all people and is the means of ________ for all people.

The Holy Spirit came down upon the Church at __________ at a time when 'there were devout Jews from every nation under heaven staying in Jerusalem' (Acts of the __________ 2:5)- Many accepted the faith then and there and began carrying 'the Catholic Church' back to the _____ corners of the earth.

Why is the Church apostolic?

Why did Jesus send his Apostles?

The Church is also Apostolic in that the ___________ ___ _______ found in both Sacred Scripture and Sacred Tradition was preserved, taught, and handed on by the ___________.

Under the guidance of the Holy Spirit, the _________ has the duty to preserve, teach, defend, and hand on this Deposit of Faith.

What is the Magisterium?

The ________ and _________ in union with him form the Magisterium, the living, teaching office of the Church.

The Holy Spirit protects the Church from _______ in its teaching authority.

What does Apostolic mean?

Jesus Christ intended that the fullness of his grace should come to his People in a Church that, from the beginning, was what the Creed still calls it today:

_______ himself found the Church and marked it with these characteristics (4 marks) - Through the guidance of the Holy Spirit, the Church fulfills these marks.

Our duty, then, as __________ Catholics, is to make these four marks of the Church ______ in our daily lives.

Study Notes

Four Marks of the Church

Council of Nicea

Importance of the Nicene Creed

Arius's Teachings

Unity of the Church

Catholic Unity

Holiness of the Church

Role of Sacraments and Word

Divine Founder

Call to Holiness

Saints as Examples of Holiness

Church as a Sign of Holiness

Catholicism Defined

Historical Context of Catholicism

Apostolic Nature of the Church

Mission of the Apostles

Preservation of the Deposit of Faith

Role of the Magisterium

Composition of the Magisterium

Protection from Error

Apostolic Meaning

Enduring Characteristics of the Church

Our Lord’s Establishment of the Church

Responsibility of Catholics

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From the beginning, the Church has been with the sacramental means to help _ the sinners found in the Church.

From the beginning, the Church has been with the sacramental means to help _ the sinners who are found in the Church.

The Church has been given the ___ along with the precisely in order to be able to make sinners holy.

The holiness of the Church has always had reference to her _ and to what the Church was founded by him with the power and authority to do, not with the condition of her members.

By God's ___, we strive for holiness, through the power of the _ ____.

Our Church has been marked by outstanding examples of _ in the lives of the of every age. No matter how dark the times may have been for our Church, there have always been those great saints through whom the _ of Christ has radiated.

Even though members of the Church fail and sin, the Church continues to be the and of holiness.

The Holy Spirit came down upon the Church at ____ at a time when 'there were devout Jews from every nation under heaven staying in Jerusalem' (Acts of the 2:5)- Many accepted the faith then and there and began carrying 'the Catholic Church' back to the _ corners of the earth.

The Church is also Apostolic in that the _________ _ _ found in both Sacred Scripture and Sacred Tradition was preserved, taught, and handed on by the _____.

The and _ in union with him form the Magisterium, the living, teaching office of the Church.

Our duty, then, as ____ Catholics, is to make these four marks of the Church in our daily lives.