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What does the term 'Reign of Christ' refer to in relation to the Church?
What does the term 'Reign of Christ' refer to in relation to the Church?
- The establishment of a new government
- The presence of Christ’s authority and salvation through the Church (correct)
- The timeline of Jesus' life on Earth
- The Church's power over earthly kingdoms
What was the primary purpose of Jesus' ministry according to the passage?
What was the primary purpose of Jesus' ministry according to the passage?
- To provide a historical account of his life
- To accomplish the Father's plan of salvation (correct)
- To create a new religious sect separate from Judaism
- To establish political power in Israel
How is the Church viewed in the context of the Old Covenant?
How is the Church viewed in the context of the Old Covenant?
- As the fulfillment of the law given to Moses
- As prepared and foreshadowed throughout Israel's history (correct)
- As an organization established after Jesus' death
- As a separate entity with no connection to Israel
What role does the Holy Spirit play in the Church according to the content?
What role does the Holy Spirit play in the Church according to the content?
In what way does Jesus exemplify a dual nature according to the discussion?
In what way does Jesus exemplify a dual nature according to the discussion?
What was set to take place at the end of time concerning the Church?
What was set to take place at the end of time concerning the Church?
What significant event marked the beginning of Jesus' public ministry?
What significant event marked the beginning of Jesus' public ministry?
What is a common theme agreed upon by all the gospels regarding John the Baptist?
What is a common theme agreed upon by all the gospels regarding John the Baptist?
What distinguishes the gospels in their portrayal of Jesus?
What distinguishes the gospels in their portrayal of Jesus?
In what way did Jesus view the Torah during his ministry?
In what way did Jesus view the Torah during his ministry?
How did Jesus' teachings change the perception of suffering and affliction?
How did Jesus' teachings change the perception of suffering and affliction?
What new meaning did Jesus give to the Jewish meal during the Last Supper?
What new meaning did Jesus give to the Jewish meal during the Last Supper?
What was Jesus' self-referential title that implied both authority and connection to humanity?
What was Jesus' self-referential title that implied both authority and connection to humanity?
What does Mark 14:12-17 refer to in the context of Jesus' ministry?
What does Mark 14:12-17 refer to in the context of Jesus' ministry?
What event characterized the beginning of the Apostolic Age within the Christian tradition?
What event characterized the beginning of the Apostolic Age within the Christian tradition?
Which apostle played a crucial role in the early spread of Christianity during the Apostolic Age?
Which apostle played a crucial role in the early spread of Christianity during the Apostolic Age?
What primary reason contributed to the expansion of Christianity in the first century?
What primary reason contributed to the expansion of Christianity in the first century?
Which ritual is considered central to early Christian worship?
Which ritual is considered central to early Christian worship?
How did the Church's authority at the end of the Second Century primarily establish itself?
How did the Church's authority at the end of the Second Century primarily establish itself?
What was a significant challenge for the early Church as the apostles began to die?
What was a significant challenge for the early Church as the apostles began to die?
Which event marked a turning point for the Christian Church under Constantine?
Which event marked a turning point for the Christian Church under Constantine?
What aspect of early Church authority developed in response to local situations?
What aspect of early Church authority developed in response to local situations?
Which heretical movement posed a challenge to the early Church?
Which heretical movement posed a challenge to the early Church?
What was one of the basic religious questions answered by Christianity during its expansion?
What was one of the basic religious questions answered by Christianity during its expansion?
What were the three components of the solution devised to meet the crisis?
What were the three components of the solution devised to meet the crisis?
Which of the following qualities are highlighted for leaders of the commissioned ministries?
Which of the following qualities are highlighted for leaders of the commissioned ministries?
What distinction does the text make regarding the church's royal priesthood?
What distinction does the text make regarding the church's royal priesthood?
According to Chapter XL, why is it important to perform offerings and services at appointed times?
According to Chapter XL, why is it important to perform offerings and services at appointed times?
What is assigned specifically to the high priest according to the text?
What is assigned specifically to the high priest according to the text?
What consequence is mentioned in relation to going beyond what is agreeable to God's will?
What consequence is mentioned in relation to going beyond what is agreeable to God's will?
What is noted about the place for certain sacrifices according to Chapter XLI?
What is noted about the place for certain sacrifices according to Chapter XLI?
Which biblical passages are referenced as guides for the qualities of church leaders?
Which biblical passages are referenced as guides for the qualities of church leaders?
What was the original meaning of the term 'Bishop'?
What was the original meaning of the term 'Bishop'?
Which significant figure helped to establish the canonicity of the Gospel of John?
Which significant figure helped to establish the canonicity of the Gospel of John?
What was a criterion for books to be included in the New Testament Canon?
What was a criterion for books to be included in the New Testament Canon?
By when was the Canon of Scripture virtually complete?
By when was the Canon of Scripture virtually complete?
What role did the formulation of the Creed serve in the Church?
What role did the formulation of the Creed serve in the Church?
Which church was recognized for its preeminent authority due to being the see of apostles Peter and Paul?
Which church was recognized for its preeminent authority due to being the see of apostles Peter and Paul?
What was the outcome of the consolidation of power among elders in the Church?
What was the outcome of the consolidation of power among elders in the Church?
Which status did certain churches, including Rome, later acquire over others?
Which status did certain churches, including Rome, later acquire over others?
Study Notes
The Origin of the Church (0 - 300 AD)
The Time of Jesus (0 - 33 AD)
- The Church was planned by the Father, instituted by Christ, and revealed by the Holy Spirit during the fifty days leading to Pentecost.
- God's eternal plan aimed to elevate humanity to divine life; despite the fall of Adam, He continually offered salvation aids through Christ.
- Jesus, as the son of David and the Son of God, is the founder of the Church, bringing salvation to Jews and Gentiles.
- The Gospels provide a theological rather than a chronological account of Jesus' life, emphasizing the preparation for salvation and the significance of John the Baptist.
- Jesus affirmed the Torah but also reinterpreted it, showcasing love and suffering as part of God's plan.
- The Eucharist was instituted during the Last Supper, symbolizing the new covenant between God and humanity through Jesus' sacrifice.
The Apostolic Age (33 - 300 AD)
- St. Paul’s missionary journeys played a crucial role in spreading Christianity and addressing the existential questions of the time.
- The early Church saw the rise of key figures like Peter and the Apostles, who helped lay the foundation of Christian teaching amid political scandals.
- Christianity expanded rapidly in the first century, answering deep spiritual questions relating to sin, faith, and the hope of resurrection.
The Church Taking Root and Worship in the Early Century
- Early Christianity experienced growth despite persecution, with house liturgies centralizing the Eucharist as worship’s core.
- By the end of the Second Century, the Church established a structured authority defined by Sacred Scripture, Creed, and the hierarchy of bishops, priests, and deacons.
- The rituals of the Eucharist and baptism played significant roles in community worship and the establishment of Christian identity.
- As apostles died, the need arose to maintain unity and preserve teachings, leading to the establishment of a threefold solution:
- Creation of a commissioned ministry
- Compiling an authoritative list of apostolic writings
- Formulation of a Creed summarizing core beliefs
Commissioned Ministries and Authority
- Leadership roles in the Church were developed gradually, influenced by various community needs and the imminent expectation of Christ's return.
- Bishops, originally "overseers," evolved into prominent church leaders, consolidating authority as the monarchical episcopate emerged by the first century.
- An authoritative list of writings known as the Canon was established to include texts associated with apostles and orthodoxy, culminating in a near-complete New Testament by the early second century, finalized by 380-390 AD.
The Role of Rome
- Certain churches gained metropolitan status, with Rome, Alexandria, and Antioch achieving suprametropolitan status, based on their apostolic heritage and authority.
- Rome was regarded as the apostolic see of Peter and Paul, affirming its position as the primary source of apostolic doctrine and ecclesiastical authority.
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Explore the early history of the Church from the time of Jesus to the Apostolic Age. Discover how Jesus founded the Church and the role of St. Paul in spreading its message. This quiz covers the theology, key events, and significance of the early Christian community.
