Apostolic Foundations and Church Ministry

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What is the name of the book referenced in the provided text?

Ephesians

What are the three main roles mentioned in the text as given by God?

  • Pastors, Teachers, Evangelists
  • Apostles, Prophets, Teachers (correct)
  • Apostles, Prophets, Evangelists
  • Pastors, Teachers, Deacons

What is the purpose of the gifted people listed in the passage?

To build up the body of Christ

The text states that God made sure people would have a role in building the Church.

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What is the name of the foundational principle mentioned in the text?

<p>Apostolic Foundation</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the specific way of teaching mentioned in the text that the Apostles teach?

<p>In the way of Christ</p> Signup and view all the answers

The text states that the Apostolic Foundation was primarily focused on the Holy Spirit.

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What is the name of the event that led to the birth of the Catholic Church?

<p>Pentecost</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following are listed as gifts from God?

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What is the term that describes the act of spreading the Gospel?

<p>Evangelization</p> Signup and view all the answers

The text states that the diversity within the Church is its strength, leading to unity.

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What is the final question mentioned in the text?

<p>How do all these things understand how church should look like</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the meaning of the text's last sentence?

<p>The text leaves the reader to consider how the principles mentioned in the text apply to the nature and functioning of the church.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Five Ministry Roles

Apostles, prophets, evangelists, pastors, and teachers given to equip the church.

Covenant

A promise from God, establishing a relationship with His people.

Ecclesia

A term for the church meaning 'gathering' or 'assembly'.

Apostolic Foundation

Teaching and living according to the ways of Christ as the apostles did.

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Diversity and Unity

The church comprises diverse gifts, yet they unite to fulfill Christ's purpose.

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Pentecost

The event marking the birth of the Catholic Church, when the Holy Spirit descended.

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Characteristics of Church

An organized body for worship, service, and celebration of God.

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Universal Church

The Catholic Church as a whole, encompassing all believers.

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Local Church

A specific congregation within the universal church.

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Holy Spirit's Role

Guides and empowers individuals in the church.

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Eucharist

A sacrament representing Jesus' body and blood, celebrated in mass.

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God's Promise in Jeremiah

God's covenant promises forgiveness and a new relationship.

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Social Justice in Church

The church's mission includes promoting life and dignity for all people.

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Peter as Rock

Peter is seen as the foundation of the church; first Pope.

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New Covenant

God's new promise where He forgives sins and dwells with His people.

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Forgiveness in the New Covenant

God will forgive and forget sins within the new promise.

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Mission of the Church

The purpose of the church is to carry out God’s work on earth.

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Eschatology

Study of the end times and the fulfillment of God’s promises.

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Biblical References

Scriptures from Old and New Testament that support church teachings.

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Covenants in Old Testament

Promises God made to His people, foundational for the understanding of relationships.

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Study Notes

Ephesians 4:11-12

  • God gave some apostles, prophets, evangelists, pastors, and teachers
  • This is to build up the body of Christ
  • This means that God made some people to minister to others
  • They will be used in building the church

Apostolic Foundation's

  • Walk in the way of Christ teaching
  • Diversity of Gifts
  • Pentecost - Birth of Catholic Church
  • Preachers
  • Teachers
  • Witnesses
  • Evangelization
  • Diversity = Unity
  • Ecclesia
  • Eschatology
  • Covenant
  • Worksheet
  • Understanding how church should look like

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