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What is the study of the last things such as death, judgement, and heaven?
What is the study of the last things such as death, judgement, and heaven?
- Sanctifying Grace
- Purgatory
- Mortal Sin
- Eschatology (correct)
What is a grave infraction of the law of God that destroys sanctifying grace?
What is a grave infraction of the law of God that destroys sanctifying grace?
Mortal Sin
What is the grace that heals fallen human nature and makes you perfect, holy, and Christlike?
What is the grace that heals fallen human nature and makes you perfect, holy, and Christlike?
Sanctifying Grace
What is the action of God that frees you from sin and communicates God's righteousness through faith?
What is the action of God that frees you from sin and communicates God's righteousness through faith?
What term refers to disordered human appetites or desires that remain due to Original Sin?
What term refers to disordered human appetites or desires that remain due to Original Sin?
Which of the following are considered Gifts of the Holy Spirit? (Select all that apply)
Which of the following are considered Gifts of the Holy Spirit? (Select all that apply)
What are the vows of poverty, chastity, and obedience taken by those in the consecrated life?
What are the vows of poverty, chastity, and obedience taken by those in the consecrated life?
What is the term for a permanent state of life recognized by the Church characterized by the evangelical counsels?
What is the term for a permanent state of life recognized by the Church characterized by the evangelical counsels?
What term describes the experience of seeing God 'face-to-face' in heaven?
What term describes the experience of seeing God 'face-to-face' in heaven?
What is the state of purification that occurs after death for those who are not yet pure enough to meet God?
What is the state of purification that occurs after death for those who are not yet pure enough to meet God?
The _______________ was the most powerful example of God's forgiving love.
The _______________ was the most powerful example of God's forgiving love.
What is a change of mind and heart, a turning away from sin so that you can be open to Jesus and his message?
What is a change of mind and heart, a turning away from sin so that you can be open to Jesus and his message?
The sacred ____________ used for anointing at Baptism signifies the reception of the gift of the Holy Spirit.
The sacred ____________ used for anointing at Baptism signifies the reception of the gift of the Holy Spirit.
Celebration of the sacraments is a foretaste of participation in the _______________ liturgy—a great eternal feast.
Celebration of the sacraments is a foretaste of participation in the _______________ liturgy—a great eternal feast.
By his _____________________ Christ showed that love is greater than death and that death cannot contain his love.
By his _____________________ Christ showed that love is greater than death and that death cannot contain his love.
________ of the Holy Spirit are outpourings of God's gifts to help you live a Christian life.
________ of the Holy Spirit are outpourings of God's gifts to help you live a Christian life.
Seeing God face to face in Heaven is called the _________________.
Seeing God face to face in Heaven is called the _________________.
Chastity, poverty, and obedience are called the ___________________ counsels.
Chastity, poverty, and obedience are called the ___________________ counsels.
Means that a sacrament cannot be removed.
Means that a sacrament cannot be removed.
The state of purification that takes place after death for those who need to be made clean and holy before meeting the all-holy God in heaven is called _______________.
The state of purification that takes place after death for those who need to be made clean and holy before meeting the all-holy God in heaven is called _______________.
A grave infraction of the law of God—in which you turn away from God—that destroys the divine life in the soul of the sinner is called _________.
A grave infraction of the law of God—in which you turn away from God—that destroys the divine life in the soul of the sinner is called _________.
What is the study of, and teaching about, the last things: death, judgement, heaven, Purgatory, hell, the Second Coming of Christ, and the resurrection of the body?
What is the study of, and teaching about, the last things: death, judgement, heaven, Purgatory, hell, the Second Coming of Christ, and the resurrection of the body?
Baptismal _________ includes forgiveness of Original Sin and all personal sins.
Baptismal _________ includes forgiveness of Original Sin and all personal sins.
What is the acronym that means 'may he/she rest in peace'?
What is the acronym that means 'may he/she rest in peace'?
It is in and through the ___________ that Christ's saving work of redemption is made known and made present.
It is in and through the ___________ that Christ's saving work of redemption is made known and made present.
Anointing with oil highlights our human _____________ and responsibility to live like Christ.
Anointing with oil highlights our human _____________ and responsibility to live like Christ.
The first sacrament of initiation and the door or point of entry into a life of faith is _________.
The first sacrament of initiation and the door or point of entry into a life of faith is _________.
Also known as 'particular judgement', this is called _________.
Also known as 'particular judgement', this is called _________.
Jesus calls you to live the Paschal Mystery now in your daily life by _______________ conversion.
Jesus calls you to live the Paschal Mystery now in your daily life by _______________ conversion.
Efficacious signs of grace, instituted by Christ and entrusted to the Church, by which divine life is dispensed to us are called _________.
Efficacious signs of grace, instituted by Christ and entrusted to the Church, by which divine life is dispensed to us are called _________.
What is a Greek word that means 'presence,' referring to the Second Coming of Christ?
What is a Greek word that means 'presence,' referring to the Second Coming of Christ?
The grace of ______________________ is the gracious action of God that frees you from sin.
The grace of ______________________ is the gracious action of God that frees you from sin.
The sacrament that perfects baptismal grace and gives the Holy Spirit to lead growth as a child of God is called _________.
The sacrament that perfects baptismal grace and gives the Holy Spirit to lead growth as a child of God is called _________.
______________________ is central to Jesus' message.
______________________ is central to Jesus' message.
The grace, or gift of God's friendship, that heals fallen human nature is called _____________.
The grace, or gift of God's friendship, that heals fallen human nature is called _____________.
By entering voluntarily into the jaws of ________, Christ transformed ________.
By entering voluntarily into the jaws of ________, Christ transformed ________.
The _________ garment used at Baptism is a symbol of purity and holiness.
The _________ garment used at Baptism is a symbol of purity and holiness.
The inclination to sin is called _____________.
The inclination to sin is called _____________.
The ____________________ of body and soul is the price humans have paid for Original Sin.
The ____________________ of body and soul is the price humans have paid for Original Sin.
The Church is the _____________________________ in the world.
The Church is the _____________________________ in the world.
The resurrection of both the just and unjust will come immediately before the _____ Judgement.
The resurrection of both the just and unjust will come immediately before the _____ Judgement.
Baptism does not remove the ______________ to accept or reject God.
Baptism does not remove the ______________ to accept or reject God.
The Paschal Mystery is celebrated and made present in the ____________ of the Church.
The Paschal Mystery is celebrated and made present in the ____________ of the Church.
A Jewish term associated with hell is ____________.
A Jewish term associated with hell is ____________.
The Catholic funeral _____ and the Sacrament of Baptism are related.
The Catholic funeral _____ and the Sacrament of Baptism are related.
Faith in God means complete acceptance of Jesus, his message, and his example.
Faith in God means complete acceptance of Jesus, his message, and his example.
What is a good summary of Jesus' message?
What is a good summary of Jesus' message?
One of the central messages of Jesus' preaching is forgiveness.
One of the central messages of Jesus' preaching is forgiveness.
The most powerful example of God's forgiving love is the Resurrection of Christ.
The most powerful example of God's forgiving love is the Resurrection of Christ.
The Church is the _____________________ continued in the world and it is in and through the _________ that Christ's saving work of redemption is made __________ and also made present through the ________________________ life.
The Church is the _____________________ continued in the world and it is in and through the _________ that Christ's saving work of redemption is made __________ and also made present through the ________________________ life.
The Church spreads the mystery of living in communion with the Blessed Trinity.
The Church spreads the mystery of living in communion with the Blessed Trinity.
Baptism helps us participate in the Paschal Mystery by giving us the Lord himself.
Baptism helps us participate in the Paschal Mystery by giving us the Lord himself.
Explain how Jesus expects us to live the Paschal Mystery now.
Explain how Jesus expects us to live the Paschal Mystery now.
God infuses the virtues of poverty, chastity, and obedience to help us live in relationship with God and love others.
God infuses the virtues of poverty, chastity, and obedience to help us live in relationship with God and love others.
Our participation in the Paschal Mystery begins at birth.
Our participation in the Paschal Mystery begins at birth.
The Eucharist is the door to a life of faith.
The Eucharist is the door to a life of faith.
What do we receive from the Sacrament of Confirmation?
What do we receive from the Sacrament of Confirmation?
The anointing with sacred _________ at Baptism signifies our reception of the ______ of the Holy Spirit.
The anointing with sacred _________ at Baptism signifies our reception of the ______ of the Holy Spirit.
The sacrament makes us ____________________ members of the Body of Christ and it is _____________, meaning it cannot be removed.
The sacrament makes us ____________________ members of the Body of Christ and it is _____________, meaning it cannot be removed.
Explain what it means to say that through Baptism you are a part of a global communion of believers.
Explain what it means to say that through Baptism you are a part of a global communion of believers.
What are the only two ways we can separate ourselves from the Church?
What are the only two ways we can separate ourselves from the Church?
What are the effects of baptismal grace?
What are the effects of baptismal grace?
Concupiscence is the Original Sin that remains after Baptism.
Concupiscence is the Original Sin that remains after Baptism.
Baptism is ______ into the new life in Christ.
Baptism is ______ into the new life in Christ.
It gives ______________________ grace which helps us to __________________ concupiscence.
It gives ______________________ grace which helps us to __________________ concupiscence.
It gives us the power to live and _____ under the Holy Spirit.
It gives us the power to live and _____ under the Holy Spirit.
Images used in Scripture to describe heaven include __________, light, life, peace, and paradise.
Images used in Scripture to describe heaven include __________, light, life, peace, and paradise.
What is purgatory?
What is purgatory?
Where is Catholic belief in the existence of purgatory in Scripture?
Where is Catholic belief in the existence of purgatory in Scripture?
Because those in Purgatory are happy that heaven awaits them, the process of purgation does not entail any sorrow.
Because those in Purgatory are happy that heaven awaits them, the process of purgation does not entail any sorrow.
Hell is eternal separation from God brought on by deliberate mortal sin.
Hell is eternal separation from God brought on by deliberate mortal sin.
God created every person with a ___________ for himself.
God created every person with a ___________ for himself.
God does not send anyone to hell; unrepented mortal sin does.
God does not send anyone to hell; unrepented mortal sin does.
Those in hell grieve over their eternal punishment, suffer spiritually and physically, and give up all hope of salvation.
Those in hell grieve over their eternal punishment, suffer spiritually and physically, and give up all hope of salvation.
Explain how the doctrine of hell is related to the belief that God made us free.
Explain how the doctrine of hell is related to the belief that God made us free.
At the ______________—the Second Coming of Christ in glory—the _________ Lord will come again.
At the ______________—the Second Coming of Christ in glory—the _________ Lord will come again.
Only Jesus knows when the Last Judgement will take place.
Only Jesus knows when the Last Judgement will take place.
Explain what is meant by the resurrection of the body.
Explain what is meant by the resurrection of the body.
At the resurrection of the body, our bodies will be made corrupt and will rejoin our souls.
At the resurrection of the body, our bodies will be made corrupt and will rejoin our souls.
Study Notes
Crucifixion and Resurrection
- The Crucifixion exemplifies God's ultimate forgiving love.
- The Resurrection demonstrates that love prevails over death, signifying that death cannot limit divine love.
Repentance and Conversion
- Repentance involves a change of heart and turning away from sin, allowing openness to Jesus' message.
- Lifelong conversion is expected to align daily life with the Paschal Mystery.
Sacraments and Grace
- The sacrament of Baptism provides baptismal grace, which includes the forgiveness of Original Sin.
- Sacraments are efficacious signs instituted by Christ, bestowing divine life to believers.
Role of the Church
- The Church continues the Body of Christ on Earth, facilitating Christ's saving work.
- The Church’s liturgy foreshadows participation in the heavenly banquet, symbolizing eternal communion.
Holy Spirit and Gifts
- The anointing with chrism during Baptism signifies the Holy Spirit's gift and incorporation into Christ.
- Gifts of the Holy Spirit are outpourings aiding Christians in living a faithful life.
Eschatology and Afterlife
- Eschatology addresses the last things: death, judgment, hell, Purgatory, and the resurrection.
- Purgatory is a state of purification for souls needing cleansing before experiencing God's holiness in heaven.
Sin and Forgiveness
- Mortal sin is a grave offense that severs divine life and leads one away from God.
- Forgiveness is central to Jesus' message and allows believers to return to God's grace.
Theological Concepts
- Indelible marks from sacraments signify permanent spiritual effects.
- Concupiscence refers to the inclination to sin that persists even after Baptism.
Last Judgment and Hope
- The Last Judgment will reveal the full consequences of each person's choices in life.
- Christians believe in a bodily resurrection, ensuring ultimate redemption and fulfillment in God.
Understanding Heaven and Hell
- Heaven is depicted as a place of eternal happiness, often described in scripture using images of light and peace.
- Hell is eternal separation from God due to unrepented mortal sin, with no hope of salvation.
Church's Mission and Grace
- The Church embodies the mission of Christ, spreading divine love and sacramental grace.
- Recognizing our choices and actions during life is essential as fate after death hinges on one's relationship with God.
The Importance of Community
- Baptism integrates believers into a global community of faith, the Body of Christ, fostering unity and collective growth in faith.
- Participation in the Eucharist is an essential aspect of fully sharing in the Paschal Mystery.
Final Reflections
- The doctrine of free will emphasizes the importance of personal choice in accepting or rejecting God’s grace.
- Faithful living, aligned with the demands of the Gospel, reassures believers of mercy and hope in the afterlife.### Eschatology
- Study and teaching regarding last things, including death, judgement, heaven, Purgatory, hell, the Second Coming of Christ, and the resurrection of the body.
Mortal Sin
- Grave infraction of God's law resulting in the loss of sanctifying grace.
- Requires three conditions: seriousness of the sin, full knowledge of its evil, and complete consent to the act.
- Diminished or nullified responsibility may arise from ignorance, duress, fear, or psychological/social factors.
Sanctifying Grace
- Grace that heals human nature and imparts a share in the divine life of the Blessed Trinity.
- A habitual gift making individuals perfect, holy, and Christlike.
Grace of Justification
- God's action that frees individuals from sin, imparting righteousness through faith in Jesus Christ.
- Involves remission of sins, sanctification, and the renewal of one's inner self, enhancing one's relationship with God.
Concupiscence
- Human appetites and desires that remain disordered due to Original Sin.
- These inclinations to sin persist even after Baptism.
Gifts of the Holy Spirit
- Seven outpourings of divine gifts aiding Christians in living a faithful life: wisdom, understanding, counsel, fortitude, knowledge, piety, and fear of the Lord.
Evangelical Counsels
- Vows of personal poverty, lifelong celibacy (chastity), and obedience made by individuals entering the consecrated life.
Consecrated Life
- Permanent state of life recognized by the Church, entered freely in response to Christ's call for perfection.
- Characterized by the profession of the evangelical counsels of poverty, chastity, and obedience.
Beatific Vision
- The experience of seeing God "face-to-face" in heaven, regarded as the source of eternal happiness and final union with the Triune God.
Purgatory
- State of purification post-death for souls needing to become clean and holy before entering heaven.
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