Catholicism Overview Quiz
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Catholics believe in three Gods.

False

Creed comes from the Latin word 'credo,' which means 'I am with you.'

False

Jesus worked miracles to show the power of God's creation.

False

The Catholic Church is a community of people from all over the US.

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

The goal of unity for all Christians is called ecclesiasticism.

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

The Church is holy because Peter, the Church's founder, is holy.

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

The Church teaches the Christian message by word only.

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

The Church is catholic, or open only to those who are born into faith.

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

Mary is equal to all other members of the Communion of Saints.

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

People who die in God's grace and friendship will live forever with Christ in Purgatory.

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

What are the Three Persons of the Trinity?

<p>God The Father, God The Son, God The Holy Spirit</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the three states of being that humans can reach after dying?

<p>Heaven, Purgatory, Hell</p> Signup and view all the answers

List the four distinguishing marks of the Church.

<p>One, Holy, Catholic, Apostolic</p> Signup and view all the answers

Jesus is true God and similar to true human.

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

God the Father is credited in a special way with the work of creation.

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

Adam and Eve's offense did not result in Original Sin.

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

Mary was conceived without sin.

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

Jesus preached God's Word, but he did not do good works.

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

After his Resurrection, Jesus never appeared to his disciples.

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

For about three years, Jesus preached about God his father and the kingdom we are called to share.

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

What is the Church called?

<p>The Body of Christ</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the Torah?

<p>The first five books of the Old Testament</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the Nicene Creed?

<p>The creed that shows all of Christian beliefs</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the Holy Trinity?

<p>We believe in one God in three Persons: The Father, The Son, and The Holy Spirit.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the Immaculate Conception?

<p>The feast where we celebrate the belief that Mary was conceived without Original Sin.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the Kingdom of God?

<p>God's reign present and at work in the world.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the Magisterium?

<p>The Church and its visible society, headed by the Pope and Bishops.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does infallible mean?

<p>The teaching is free from error.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does One mean in the Church context?

<p>The Church's unification in the Body of Christ and in God's teachings.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does ecumenism refer to?

<p>The work of unity of all Christians.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is the Church considered Holy?

<p>The Church is holy because its founder, Jesus, is holy.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is the Church considered Catholic?

<p>The Church is this because it is open to all people.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is the Church considered Apostolic?

<p>The Church is this because the Apostles carried out Jesus' plan of establishing the Church.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is Particular Judgement?

<p>God judging us on the goods we've done or have failed to do.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is Purgatory?

<p>A place of purification of sin after death.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the Assumption?

<p>When Mary was assumed into heaven body and soul.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the Last Judgement?

<p>When Jesus returns in glory and proclaims the end of times.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the Communion of Saints?

<p>The Church on earth united with all those who have died and are in Heaven or in Purgatory.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Core Beliefs of Catholics

  • Catholics worship one God, not three separate deities.
  • The term "creed" originates from the Latin "credo," meaning "I believe."

Jesus and His Teachings

  • Jesus performed miracles to demonstrate the power of God's Kingdom.
  • He preached God’s message for around three years, emphasizing the Father's teachings.

Nature and Community of the Church

  • The Catholic Church comprises a global community, not limited to one nation.
  • The Church is recognized as the Body of Christ.

Ecumenism and Unity

  • The aim of unifying all Christians is referred to as ecumenism, not ecclesiasticism.

Holiness and Teachings of the Church

  • The Church’s holiness stems from Jesus, its founder, not from Peter.
  • The Church imparts the Christian message through words, actions, and acts of service.

Inclusivity and Membership

  • The Church is described as "catholic," meaning universal and open to everyone.
  • Mary holds a unique position as the most esteemed member of the Communion of Saints.

Afterlife Concepts

  • Souls in God's grace will enjoy eternal life in Heaven, not in Purgatory.
  • Three potential states after death include Heaven, Purgatory, and Hell.

Church Marks and Beliefs

  • Four distinguishing marks of the Church are: One, Holy, Catholic, and Apostolic.
  • The Nicene Creed summarizes core Christian beliefs.

Tenets of Faith

  • The Holy Trinity consists of God the Father, God the Son, and God the Holy Spirit.
  • The Immaculate Conception commemorates Mary’s conception without Original Sin.

Papal Authority and Teaching

  • The Magisterium represents the Church's governance, headed by the Pope and Bishops.
  • Infallibility denotes the Church’s teachings as error-free.

Judgment after Death

  • Particular Judgment involves God evaluating individuals based on their deeds.
  • The Last Judgment will occur when Jesus returns, signaling the end of time.

The Kingdom and Love of God

  • The Kingdom of God reflects God's reign of love, justice, and peace active in the world.

Assumption of Mary

  • The Assumption refers to Mary being taken into Heaven, body and soul.

Communion of Saints

  • The Communion of Saints links the Church on earth with souls in Heaven and Purgatory.

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Test your knowledge on the core beliefs, teachings, and community aspects of the Catholic Church. Explore topics such as Jesus' teachings, the nature of the Church, and the concept of ecumenism. This quiz is designed for anyone interested in understanding Catholicism more deeply.

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