Questions and Answers
Who is the savior of the human race and God's only begotten son?
Jesus Christ
What is the Catholic scripture consisting of the Old and New Testaments?
Bible
What is a meeting of bishops of the whole church called?
Ecumenical council
What is a communal prayer?
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Who is our mother, a saint, and a virgin?
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What term is used for a person that devoted their whole life to God?
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Approximately how many Catholics are there in the world today?
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Through what two sources is God's revelation transmitted to us?
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How did original sin affect the relationship between God and human beings?
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What did God establish with his people to restore the relationship lost through original sin?
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Describe the importance of Jesus Christ in a few sentences.
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What does it mean to say that God is Trinity? Name the three divine persons in the Blessed Trinity.
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How does a person attain salvation?
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Describe three practices that Catholics follow and value.
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What do Catholics value about attitudes?
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What does it mean to be Catholic?
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What are some Catholic images portrayed in the media?
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What are some core beliefs of Catholics?
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Study Notes
Key Terms and Definitions
- Jesus Christ: The savior of the human race and God's only begotten son.
- Bible: The Catholic scripture consisting of the Old and New Testaments, regarded as sacred scripture.
- Ecumenical Council: A meeting of bishops from the whole church to discuss and resolve important issues.
- Worship: Communal prayer practiced within the Catholic faith.
- Mary: Known as our mother, a saint, and a virgin in Catholic belief.
- Saint: A person who has devoted their entire life to following God's will and example.
Catholic Demographics and Beliefs
- Catholic Population: Approximately 1.3 billion Catholics across the world today.
- Sources of God’s Revelation: God's revelation is transmitted through sacred scripture (the Bible) and sacred tradition (truth revealed to the apostles passed down through generations).
Original Sin and Its Implications
- Impact of Original Sin: Deprived humanity of original holiness and trust in God.
- Covenant: God established covenants with humanity in attempts to restore the broken relationship of love and trust lost due to original sin.
Significance of Jesus Christ
- Role of Jesus: He helped people understand God, freed humanity from original sin, and established the Catholic Church rooted in the spirit of its communities.
Understanding the Trinity
- Definition of Trinity: The belief that there are three persons in one God, consisting of The Father, The Son, and The Holy Spirit.
Salvation
- Attaining Salvation: Salvation comes through belief in Jesus Christ and God.
Catholic Practices and Attitudes
- Catholic Practices: Key activities include attending Mass weekly, celebrating the sacraments, and defending the dignity of all life.
- Catholic Attitudes: Important values include respecting various prayer forms, spreading spiritual diversity, and acknowledging the presence of God in all humanity.
Catholic Identity and Culture
- Being Catholic: A way of life characterized by experiences like Advent wreaths, crucifixes, and the rosary, emphasizing a deep connection with God and following Jesus Christ.
Media Representation of Catholics
- Catholic Images in the Media: Often portrayed through negative actions of individuals, portraying the Church as disconnected, along with various stereotypes and misinformation.
Core Beliefs of Catholics
- Restoration of Union with God: Belief that God works to restore the perfect union lost through original sin.
- Divine Revelation: Recognition of the Trinity and Jesus Christ as the savior.
- Foundation of the Church: Acknowledgment that Christ established the Catholic Church on the apostles' teachings.
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