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When did the Apostles of Jesus first begin to share the Good News as Jesus had instructed them to?
When did the Apostles of Jesus first begin to share the Good News as Jesus had instructed them to?
On Pentecost Sunday, when the Holy Spirit appeared to them and inspired them to go out to preach Jesus' word.
What is the Magisterium?
What is the Magisterium?
The official teaching authority of the Church comprised by the pope and the bishops.
How is the Magisterium of the Church related to Jesus and the Apostles?
How is the Magisterium of the Church related to Jesus and the Apostles?
The Magisterium preserves the Deposit of Faith, and the first pope, St. Peter, was chosen by Jesus.
What is the Deposit of Faith?
What is the Deposit of Faith?
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What are the two main modes of transmission of the Deposit of Faith?
What are the two main modes of transmission of the Deposit of Faith?
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What is Sacred Scripture and how is it organized?
What is Sacred Scripture and how is it organized?
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Briefly describe the history and content of the Catholic canon.
Briefly describe the history and content of the Catholic canon.
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What is Sacred Tradition?
What is Sacred Tradition?
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How is Sacred Tradition a part of Revelation?
How is Sacred Tradition a part of Revelation?
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Describe the three stages in the development of the four Gospels.
Describe the three stages in the development of the four Gospels.
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Study Notes
Good News and the Apostles
- The Apostles began spreading the Good News on Pentecost Sunday.
- The Holy Spirit inspired them to preach the teachings of Jesus.
Magisterium
- The Magisterium refers to the Church's official teaching authority.
- Comprised of the Pope and bishops, who are successors of Christ and the Apostles.
- Responsible for preserving the Deposit of Faith.
- St. Peter, the first pope chosen by Jesus, was the early head of the Magisterium.
Deposit of Faith
- The Deposit of Faith consists of saving truths and core beliefs of Catholicism.
- Preserved by the Magisterium through its teachings.
- Transmitted primarily via the Bible and the Magisterium.
Sacred Scripture
- Sacred Scripture is the inspired Word of God and written revelation of God.
- Organized into the Bible, which is divided into books.
Catholic Canon History
- The official canon of the Catholic Church was finalized at the Council of Rome in AD 382.
- Subsequent reviews took place in 393, 397, and 1546, resulting in a recognition of seventy-three books.
- Over time, the number of recognized books was adjusted.
Sacred Tradition
- Sacred Tradition is the living transmission of Catholic faith through teaching, life, and worship.
- It plays a vital role in Revelation by clarifying God's plan and how believers should live according to Scripture.
Development of the Gospels
- The creation of the Gospels occurs in three stages:
- The Life and Teaching of Jesus.
- Oral Tradition, where teachings were shared verbally before being written down.
- The Written Gospels, the recorded accounts of Jesus’ life and teachings.
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Description
This quiz covers key concepts of Catholic teachings, including the role of the Apostles, the Magisterium, and the Deposit of Faith. Focus on the significance of Sacred Scripture and the history behind the Catholic Canon. Test your understanding of these fundamental elements of Catholicism.
