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 (B)

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.

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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?

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

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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.

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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?

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

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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.

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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?

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

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

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

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

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Who translated the Old Testament and New Testament into Latin?

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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 (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

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

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

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

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

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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?

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

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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?

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

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

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

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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?

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

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

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Flashcards

Early Church Growth

The spread of Christianity in the early centuries, driven by missionary zeal, witness of martyrs, and the power of the Holy Spirit.

Missionary Zeal

A strong enthusiasm for spreading the Gospel.

Holy Spirit's role

The Holy Spirit empowered early Christians to spread the Gospel and kept missionary zeal alive.

Acts of the Apostles

A book in the New Testament that describes the early history of the Church, including missionary journeys.

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Early Church Values

Prayer, fellowship, sharing resources, and care for the poor characterized the early Christians' lifestyle.

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Christian Community Unity

Shared values created a strong and united early Christian community.

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Relevance of Early Values

The values of the early Church, like prayer, fellowship, sharing resources, and charity, remain vital for modern Christians.

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Catholic Faith in the Philippines

Catholicism was brought to the Philippines by the Spanish, who passed along the faith.

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Aggiornamento

Bringing the Catholic Church up-to-date with the modern world.

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Vatican II

An ecumenical council of the Catholic Church.

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Ecumenism

Promoting unity and cooperation among different Christian denominations.

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Pastoral character

The Church connecting with and understanding people's lives.

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Ad fontes

Returning to the original sources and teachings of the Church.

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Pope John XXIII

Pope who called for Vatican II.

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Signs of the times

Understanding the issues and challenges of the present era.

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Vernacular language

Using the common language of the people in religious services.

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Vatican II Double-Thrust Process

A mutual interaction between human experience and the Judaeo-Christian tradition in theologizing, reminiscent of reciprocity.

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Vatican II Documents

Sixteen documents (4 constitutions, 3 declarations, and 9 decrees) issued by the council that shaped the Catholic Church's future.

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Pivotal Documents of Vatican II

Four constitutions that provide the main themes and ideas that are central to the entire council's documents.

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Lumen Gentium

A dogmatic constitution of Vatican II highlighting the shift from a church-centered view to a God-centered kingdom.

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Dogmatic Constitution on the Church

A document within Vatican II that focuses on the change in understanding the role and mission of the Church. It emphasizes a kingdom-centered focus, based on Jesus’ teachings and actions.

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Educated Clergy, Ignorant Laity

Historically, church clergy were educated, while the general population (laity) was not, despite this not being the intent.

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Canon of Scripture

The official list of inspired books in the Bible.

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Latin Vulgate

The Latin translation of the Bible, which including both Old and New Testaments, by Saint Jerome.

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Church's Stability (during Roman Empire's Fall)

The Church (especially clergy) played a key role in society. Preserving education, promoting leadership, and acting as a stabilizing force during the collapse of the Roman Empire.

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Vocation vs. Career

A vocation is a divine calling to a way of life, while a career is a path toward living.

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Church's Role After Empire Fall

The church, especially its clergy, provided education and leadership during the fall of the Roman Empire.

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Council of Trent

A 16th-century council which declared a formal definition of the Bible's inspired texts (canon).

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St. Augustine's Authority

St. Augustine believed that only the authority of the Roman Catholic Church determined which books were accepted as scripture.

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Sacred Liturgy as the source and summit

The Mass is the core of Christian life, from which all other practices stem.

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Active Lay Participation

Increased involvement of regular church members in worship.

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Inculturation of Liturgy

Adapting liturgical practices to different cultures.

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Liturgy of the Hours

Daily prayers and readings, frequently included in liturgical celebrations.

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Sacrosanctum Concilium

Church document on the sacred liturgy.

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Synodality

A process of listening to individuals in the Church to understand God's message.

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Historical consciousness

The idea that Church doctrines can change over time.

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Progressive developments

Changes and advancements in the Catholic Church.

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Catholic Church's place in the modern world

The Catholic Church's position in today's society and history.

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Charismatic worship

A type of worship characterized by strong emotions and spiritual experiences.

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Conservative groups

Groups within the Catholic Church that are against change.

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Second Vatican Council's implementation

The process of putting into practice the decisions made at the Second Vatican Council.

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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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