Understanding Vocation in Christianity

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What is the Latin origin of the word 'vocation'?

  • Vocare (correct)
  • Vitalis
  • Vena
  • Vocari

What is the primary question Christians ask about vocation?

  • Is God calling me to a particular job, profession or type of work? (correct)
  • What is the purpose of my life?
  • How can I serve God better?
  • What is the meaning of my existence?

What is the process of recognizing and accepting a vocation called?

  • Discernment (correct)
  • Conversion
  • Vocation
  • Calling

What is the meaning of the Latin phrase 'alter Christus'?

<p>Another Christ (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to the Bible, what is the primary sense of the word 'call'?

<p>God's initiative to bring people to Christ (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the focus of God's call according to the text?

<p>On every element of life (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of a priest in relation to his flock?

<p>To lead and accompany the flock entrusted to his care (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the vocation to marriage a call to?

<p>A life of service and holiness (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a fundamental and innate vocation of every human being?

<p>The call to love (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is unique about the vocation of the single life?

<p>Single persons tend to have more freedom (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic of single people in service?

<p>They tend to be generous (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is an example of how single people can serve the Christian family?

<p>Through acts of love and service (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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