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What realization did Thomas Merton come to regarding holiness?
What realization did Thomas Merton come to regarding holiness?
What characterizes living authentically human lives?
What characterizes living authentically human lives?
How were the Old Testament figures considered holy?
How were the Old Testament figures considered holy?
What does the tearing of the veil of the Holy of Holies indicate about holiness?
What does the tearing of the veil of the Holy of Holies indicate about holiness?
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Which parable represents the Church as a mixed body of saints and sinners?
Which parable represents the Church as a mixed body of saints and sinners?
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What sacrament brings about peace and serenity of conscience?
What sacrament brings about peace and serenity of conscience?
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Which sacrament is responsible for forgiving both Original Sin and personal sins?
Which sacrament is responsible for forgiving both Original Sin and personal sins?
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What is the effect of Confirmation in the life of a believer?
What is the effect of Confirmation in the life of a believer?
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What aspect of Marriage is highlighted in the context of God's authority?
What aspect of Marriage is highlighted in the context of God's authority?
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What does Holy Orders enable a bishop to do?
What does Holy Orders enable a bishop to do?
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What primarily defines the common priesthood of the faithful?
What primarily defines the common priesthood of the faithful?
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What is the primary focus of those living the common priesthood of Baptism?
What is the primary focus of those living the common priesthood of Baptism?
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How do ordained priests primarily contribute to the Church?
How do ordained priests primarily contribute to the Church?
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What is NOT a visible result of the apostolates carried out by religious communities?
What is NOT a visible result of the apostolates carried out by religious communities?
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Which of the following best describes secular institutes?
Which of the following best describes secular institutes?
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What aspect of the sacramental reality of marriage does the sexual relationship emphasize?
What aspect of the sacramental reality of marriage does the sexual relationship emphasize?
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Which of the following was NOT a way Christians recognized holiness post-martyrdom?
Which of the following was NOT a way Christians recognized holiness post-martyrdom?
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What does the beatific vision refer to?
What does the beatific vision refer to?
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Which of the following groups do not take formal vows, yet pledge to live the evangelical counsels?
Which of the following groups do not take formal vows, yet pledge to live the evangelical counsels?
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In what way do Third orders engage in their spiritual lives?
In what way do Third orders engage in their spiritual lives?
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Which individual emphasized that holiness is accessible to everyone, regardless of their life circumstances?
Which individual emphasized that holiness is accessible to everyone, regardless of their life circumstances?
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What does the concept of 'the little way' refer to in relation to a specific saint's spiritual journey?
What does the concept of 'the little way' refer to in relation to a specific saint's spiritual journey?
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What key aspect distinguishes the Immaculate Conception from the Annunciation?
What key aspect distinguishes the Immaculate Conception from the Annunciation?
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Which truth about Mary’s perpetual virginity signifies her role in salvation history?
Which truth about Mary’s perpetual virginity signifies her role in salvation history?
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Which individual is known for prioritizing ecumenical work in their ministry?
Which individual is known for prioritizing ecumenical work in their ministry?
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What is the significance of the virginal conception of Jesus being linked to Old Testament prophecy?
What is the significance of the virginal conception of Jesus being linked to Old Testament prophecy?
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How did Bl.Pier Giorgio Frassatti contribute to social causes?
How did Bl.Pier Giorgio Frassatti contribute to social causes?
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What does being open to God's call specifically entail in the context of imitating the Annunciation?
What does being open to God's call specifically entail in the context of imitating the Annunciation?
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Which of the following truths teaches about the nature of Jesus' conception?
Which of the following truths teaches about the nature of Jesus' conception?
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Which statement accurately summarizes a teaching about Mary in relation to her virginity?
Which statement accurately summarizes a teaching about Mary in relation to her virginity?
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What is the primary teaching of St.Francis de Sales regarding holiness?
What is the primary teaching of St.Francis de Sales regarding holiness?
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Which of the following best describes Bl.Pier Giorgio Frassatti's contributions?
Which of the following best describes Bl.Pier Giorgio Frassatti's contributions?
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What does the Immaculate Conception signify in relation to Mary's virginity?
What does the Immaculate Conception signify in relation to Mary's virginity?
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What does it mean for Catholics to live the common priesthood of Baptism?
What does it mean for Catholics to live the common priesthood of Baptism?
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Which three ways do men ordained to the priesthood serve the Church?
Which three ways do men ordained to the priesthood serve the Church?
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Which statement accurately characterizes the event of the Annunciation?
Which statement accurately characterizes the event of the Annunciation?
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In what way do secular institutes contribute to the Church?
In what way do secular institutes contribute to the Church?
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Which truth about Mary's perpetual virginity links her to the Church?
Which truth about Mary's perpetual virginity links her to the Church?
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What is one way Christians recognized holiness following the martyrdom period?
What is one way Christians recognized holiness following the martyrdom period?
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What characterizes the beatific vision in Christian theology?
What characterizes the beatific vision in Christian theology?
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Holiness is primarily achieved through personal efforts and good deeds.
Holiness is primarily achieved through personal efforts and good deeds.
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The moral lives of Jewish priests had no impact on their designation as holy.
The moral lives of Jewish priests had no impact on their designation as holy.
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The Church's holiness is diminished by the sinfulness of some of its members.
The Church's holiness is diminished by the sinfulness of some of its members.
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Mary's status as 'ever-virgin' indicates she was only a virgin before giving birth to Jesus.
Mary's status as 'ever-virgin' indicates she was only a virgin before giving birth to Jesus.
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Catholic devotion to Mary is fundamentally driven by her status in the Catholic faith as the Immaculate Conception.
Catholic devotion to Mary is fundamentally driven by her status in the Catholic faith as the Immaculate Conception.
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Reaching for perfection in holiness is both discouraged and deemed impossible.
Reaching for perfection in holiness is both discouraged and deemed impossible.
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Study Notes
Holiness and the Sacraments
- Holiness is not tied to a specific vocation or lifestyle; it's about living a life in relationship with God, regardless of one's profession.
- A holy life, or saintliness, is achieved by allowing one's relationship with God to shine through in daily life.
- Holiness in people and the Church depends on their relationship to God.
- Old Testament figures were considered holy due to their relationship with God through sacrifice, preaching, and obedience.
- The tearing of the veil in the Holy of Holies at Jesus' death symbolized open access to God for all people.
- The Church is a mixed community of saints and sinners, as illustrated by Jesus' parable of the weeds among the wheat.
- Penance brings peace and serenity of conscience.
- Holy Orders grants bishops governing power.
- Anointing of the Sick provides the Holy Spirit to support those facing trials.
- Confirmation gives greater gifts of the Holy Spirit.
- Baptism forgives Original Sin and personal sins and makes one a member of the Church.
- Penance reconciles with the Church.
- Eucharist deepens one's union with Christ.
- Marriage establishes a bond indissoluble by human authority.
- Holy Orders connects individuals with Christ as priest, teacher, and pastor.
- Confirmation strengthens one to defend and spread the faith.
- Eucharist separates from sin and forgives venial sins.
- The Ten Commandments and the Beatitudes are essential guides to a holy life.
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Explore the concepts of holiness and sacramental life in this quiz. Understand how relationships with God shape personal sanctity and the Church's role in guiding believers through various sacraments such as Baptism, Confirmation, and Holy Orders. Test your knowledge on the significance of these elements in achieving a holy life.