Faith and Trust in Christianity

Believing in something without proof, especially in God or a religious leader.

Confidence in someone or something; a belief that someone or something is reliable or honest.

Believing in Jesus Christ as the Son of God and accepting his teachings.

Strong affection and attachment to someone or something; usually involving trust and faith.

A small amount of faith can accomplish great things.

Faith is not only a personal act but also a communal one with support from fellow believers.

The Church delivers and protects God's teachings through sacred rituals.

The idea that God initiated the act of love toward humanity.

The Catholic Church maintains a continuous link to the original church established by Jesus after his Resurrection.

The Catholic Church is a group of believers who support and encourage each other's faith.

Faith is not just a personal belief, but also actively put into practice in community with others.

The Catholic Church encourages efforts to overcome differences and unite with other Christian denominations.

Open conversations and understanding between people of different faiths.

Faith is a supernatural gift from God, not something we achieve ourselves.

Faith is a choice to believe in and love God, a response to His invitation.

Faith is experienced not just individually, but also within the community of the Church.

Science and faith are not in conflict, but complement each other as different ways of understanding God's creation.

A brief summary of essential beliefs in a Christian tradition.

A fundamental statement of Catholic faith, covering the Trinity and the Church.

A longer creed with more details about Jesus Christ and the Holy Spirit.

The Holy Spirit was active in the creation of the universe.

The Holy Spirit is present in the Old Testament through the spirit of God, often associated with prophets.

The Holy Spirit is mentioned frequently, particularly in the Gospel of Luke, often referred to as the Gospel of the Holy Spirit.

A data structure that stores key-value pairs in an array using a hash function to map keys to indices.

A function that takes an input key and returns a hash value, which is an integer corresponding to a specific index in the array.

When two different keys hash to the same index in a hash table.

A collision resolution technique that stores multiple key-value pairs at the same index using a linked list.

A collision resolution technique that probes other indices in the array to find an empty slot.

The third person of the Holy Trinity, who plays a crucial role in the life of the Church and the world.

The Holy Spirit takes our side and helps us defend our faith.

Greek word meaning 'helper' or 'comforter,' describing the role of the Holy Spirit.

A symbol of the Holy Spirit, representing being chosen and empowered by God.

A gesture used to impart the Holy Spirit, symbolizing the transfer of spiritual power.

A common symbol of the Holy Spirit in Christian art, representing peace and purity.

A spiritual gift allowing us to comprehend the deeper meaning and purpose of life.

The ability to see the world through God's eyes, grasping his plan and purpose.

Understanding the relationships between events, people, and circumstances.

The union of Jesus' divine and human natures in one person, a central mystery of Christian faith.

A title for Jesus emphasizing his divinity and relationship with God the Father.

A title for Jesus emphasizing his humanity, connecting him to the human experience.

Essential to understanding God's nature and character, showing God's power and love.

Essential to understanding God's relationship with humanity, demonstrating God's closeness to us.

Greek for "Mother of God", a title given to Mary, mother of Jesus, acknowledging his dual nature.

Catholic doctrine stating that Mary was conceived without Original Sin, a unique privilege.

The sin present in all humans due to Adam and Eve's disobedience, a universal human condition.

A simple, repetitive prayer focusing on seeking mercy from Jesus, a path to deeper relationship.

Heresy claiming Jesus was only an illusion of a human, denying his real humanity.

Heresy claiming Jesus was not fully God, but a created being, denying his divinity.

Heresy claiming Jesus' divine and human natures were two separate persons, denying their union.

Heresy claiming Jesus had only one divine nature, denying his true humanity.

Leaders of local churches, responsible for their community and participating in decision-making with the Pope.

A gathering of all the world's bishops, called by the Pope to discuss challenges facing the Catholic Church.

A state where souls are cleansed to achieve the holiness needed for heaven.

The process of purification for souls in Purgatory, removing sin and imperfections.

The Pope is the Bishop of Rome and the spiritual leader of the Catholic Church. He is considered the successor of Saint Peter, one of Jesus' twelve apostles.

The Pope leads the Catholic Church, cares for the poor, and represents the Church to other organizations.

The spiritual unity of all believers, living, dead, and those being purified.

Living believers on earth striving to live out their faith.

The Pope is at the top of the Church's hierarchy, with authority and responsibility for its spiritual well-being.

The Pope works to build relationships with other Christian churches to promote unity and cooperation.

Believers who have died and are being purified in Purgatory.

The Pope represents the Catholic Church and its values, serving as a source of spiritual guidance and inspiration.

Blessed saints in heaven, enjoying God's presence.

A student who died for her faith during the Columbine massacre, inspiring others.

The Catholic Church believes Mary is the Mother of the Church, as indicated in John 19:26-27 where Jesus names the beloved disciple (representing all believers) as Mary's son.

Actions like prayer, charity, and worship that unite believers.

The Catholic Church believes Mary's body and soul were taken to heaven due to her faithfulness, an event called the Assumption of Mary.

The real connection that binds all believers, living and dead.

The Last Things refer to four events that happen to every human: death, judgment, heaven, and hell.

The Holy Spirit unites believers, bringing them together spiritually.

The evaluation of a person's life and actions after death to determine their worthiness for heaven or hell.

Acting in a priestly way involves growing in prayer and awareness of God's presence.

Acting in a prophetic way involves proclaiming Christ to others through words and actions.

Acting in a kingly way involves serving others to ease suffering and injustice in the world.

Death was not part of God's original plan, according to the Old Testament, and is often seen as a consequence of sin.

Jesus rising from the dead, demonstrating his power over death and sin.

The belief that all the dead will be raised, and those who have faith in Jesus will be given eternal life.

A time when all will be judged according to their deeds, and those who have faith in Jesus will be given eternal life.

A life that continues after death, often seen as a reward for faith in Jesus.

The event in which Jesus Christ will return to Earth to judge the living and the dead.

Jesus Christ will gather all humanity to face judgment, separating those who followed his will from those who did not.

The eternal, heavenly kingdom prepared for those who have followed Christ's will.

The eternal punishment for those who did not follow Christ's will, a state of being separated from God.

A state of perfect relationship between God and all of creation, a state of peace and harmony.

Heaven is a place of eternal happiness and joy, a place where God's love is complete and perfect.

Hell is a place of eternal suffering and separation from God, a place of pain and darkness.

A prayer asking for God's mercy on the souls of the departed.

The Catholic Church believes that only God knows the time of the second coming, and advises Catholics to live each day as if it were their last.