Church Community and Vocation
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What is described as the 'source and summit' of Christian life according to the document?

  • The community's service projects
  • Personal prayer
  • Bible study
  • Sacred Liturgy (correct)
  • The church promotes a passive approach to participation during Mass.

    False

    What shift occurred regarding the liturgy in relation to language?

    The shift from strictly Latin to inculturation of the liturgy.

    The faithful are encouraged to participate in the Liturgy of the Hours through __________ celebration.

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

    Match the following concepts with their descriptions:

    <p>Sacrosanctum Concilium = Constitution on Sacred Liturgy Liturgy of the Hours = Daily prayers for communal participation Inculturation = Adapting liturgy to various cultures Active Participation = Engagement of the laity in worship</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following types of documents were produced during the Vatican II sessions?

    <p>4 constitutions, 3 declarations, and 9 decrees</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Vatican II documents served to reduce the roles of laypeople in church administration.

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

    What is the primary focus of the constitution 'Lumen Gentium'?

    <p>The shift from a church-centered ecclesiology to a God-centered kingdom.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The reciprocal interaction between human experience and the Judaeo-Christian Tradition in theologizing is part of the ______ process of Vatican II.

    <p>double-thrust</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the Latin titles of the Vatican II documents with their meanings:

    <p>Lumen Gentium = Light of the People Sacrosanctum Concilium = The Sacred Council Dei Verbum = The Word of God Gaudium et Spes = Joy and Hope</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What fueled the spread of the Church in the early years?

    <p>Zeal of the apostles and the witness of martyrs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Holy Spirit played a role in the growth and spread of the Church.

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

    Who brought the Catholic Faith to the Philippines?

    <p>The Spaniards, through St. James, the Greater.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The early Christian community valued ______, fellowship, sharing resources, and care for the poor.

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

    Match the following individuals or groups with their contributions to the Church's spread:

    <p>Apostles = Preaching the Gospel Paul and Barnabas = Missionary journeys Spanish Friars = Baptizing Filipinos Early Christian Community = Living by values of prayer and charity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what year did the Church in the Philippines celebrate its 500 years of Christianity?

    <p>2021</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was one consequence of the church's educated clergy and ignorant laity?

    <p>The clergy became the only literate members of the church</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The early Christians believed that personal possessions should be reserved solely for their own benefit.

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

    The Canon of the Sacred Scriptures was first officially defined by the Council of Trent in the 16th century.

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

    What were the early Christians encouraged to foster within their community?

    <p>A deeper sense of community and support.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who translated the Old Testament and New Testament into Latin?

    <p>St. Jerome</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The church acted as a stabilizing influence during the era of __________ and moral darkness.

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

    Match the following individuals with their contributions:

    <p>St. Augustine of Hippo = Declared the authority of the Catholic Church on Scripture St. Jerome = Translated the Bible into Latin Council of Trent = Proclaimed the formal definition of the Canon Council of the Church = Established important doctrines during heresy confusion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the Latin Vulgate?

    <p>St. Jerome's translation of the Bible into Latin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The church founded universities and monasteries to promote education and leadership.

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

    A __________ is a call from God to a way of life.

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

    What did Pope John XXIII emphasize through the concept of aggiornamento?

    <p>An engagement with modernity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Pope John XXIII called for a complete rejection of ecumenism and non-Catholic dialogue.

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

    What does the term 'ad fontes' signify in the context of Vatican II?

    <p>Back to the sources</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Vatican II aimed to improve church __________ by finding common ground on issues with Protestant churches.

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

    Which of the following was NOT a focus of Vatican II?

    <p>Correcting doctrinal errors</p> Signup and view all the answers

    John XXIII viewed the council as an opportunity to modernize the Catholic Church.

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

    The council included non-voting __________ from other denominations, marking a significant development in engaging with difference in faith.

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

    Match the following terms with their appropriate descriptions:

    <p>Aggiornamento = Renewal or updating Vatican II = Ecumenical council Unity = Common ground among churches Ad fontes = Return to the sources</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Pope Francis emphasize about synodality?

    <p>It is a way for the Church to listen to its members.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Vatican II allowed Catholics to view the Church as a changeless institution.

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

    What challenge did the Second Vatican Council face in relation to conservative groups?

    <p>They sought to roll back the implementation of the council's reforms.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The concept of ________ consciousness allowed church members to understand that doctrines might change.

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

    Match the following terms with their descriptions:

    <p>Synodality = Listening to the People of God Historical consciousness = Understanding the church's context and openness to change Vatican II = A council that revolutionized the church's approach to modernity Conservative groups = Opposition to progressive changes in the Church</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What effect did Vatican II have on lay Catholics?

    <p>Allowed them to question their loyalty to the Church.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Pope Francis believes that synodality is of little interest to the general public.

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

    What form of worship did the Second Vatican Council promote among some Catholics?

    <p>Charismatic worship.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Topic 3: The Sense of Being a Community in the Church

    • Early Christians devoted themselves to apostles' teachings, fellowship, breaking of bread, and prayer.
    • Acts 2:42 describes their communal life.
    • Early Christians were filled with awe.
    • Believers shared possessions and distributed to those in need.
    • They met daily in the temple and homes, eating together joyfully.
    • The Lord continually added to their number.

    Topic 4: The Development of Clergy-Laity Division in the Church

    • Vocation comes from the Latin word "vocare", meaning "to call."
    • God calls individuals to single life, marriage, priesthood, or consecrated life.
    • All vocations are responses to God's call, emphasizing the importance of pursuing holiness.
    • Vocation is a relationship with God.
    • Saint Pope John Paul II's perspective on vocation is discussed.

    Topic 5: The Development of Clergy-Laity Division in the Church

    • 17th, 18th, and 19th centuries were marked by secularism, pluralism, totalitarianism, and liberalism.
    • Social issues, tensions between governments, and internal dissent affected the Church.
    • Pope Pius IX convened Vatican I to address rationalism, materialism, and liberalism.
    • Vatican I issued two decrees: Dei Filius (faith and reason), and Pastor Aeternus (primacy and infallibility of the Pope).
    • Pope Leo XIII issued Rerum Novarum, the first formal social document of the Church.
    • Pope John XXIII convened Vatican II.
    • Vatican II was an opportunity for renewal and dialogue.
    • Aggiornamento (updating) was an important concept for the Church that led to changes in the Church .

    The Birth of the Institutional Church

    • The Reformation (1517-1648) led by individuals like Martin Luther emphasized reforms in the Church due to perceived corruption.
    • The Counter-Reformation responded to these criticisms with a focus on spiritual renewal, missionary work, and the Council of Trent.
    • Important periods and historical periods, including the Reformation and Counter-Reformation, are noted.
    • The spread of the Church was fueled by the zeal of the apostles and the presence of the Holy Spirit.

    The Growth and Spread of the Church

    • The Church spread to new territories through the efforts of the apostles, missionary endeavors, and a zeal for spreading faith.
    • The work of missionaries and important figures are mentioned.
    • The spread of the Christian faith to the Philippines is discussed.

    Synodality (As a Way of Life in the Church)

    • Synodality is a journey of discernment grounded in the Holy Spirit.
    • The entire Church is called to discern how the Holy Spirit is working within and outside the Church's boundaries.
    • It is a way to encourage engagement with the contemporary world while remaining rooted in Gospel values.
    • The Synod on Synodality is noted.

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    This quiz explores the sense of community among early Christians as described in Acts 2:42, focusing on their practices of fellowship and shared possessions. It also delves into the concept of vocation, examining how individuals respond to God's call in various life paths. Additionally, the historical development of the clergy-laity division in the church is discussed.

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