9RE Assessment Task 3 Study Guide PDF

9RE Assessment Task 3 Study Guide - PART 1 (10 marks) - recall knowledge and definitions of key concepts of the both the units Eucharist and the Liturgical Calendar and Morality and Moral Integrity in multiple choice questions - PART 2 (20 marks) - - Short Answer Questi...

9RE Assessment Task 3 Study Guide - PART 1 (10 marks) - recall knowledge and definitions of key concepts of the both the units Eucharist and the Liturgical Calendar and Morality and Moral Integrity in multiple choice questions - PART 2 (20 marks) - - Short Answer Questions adding up to 20 Marks in Total In preparation for the task, you need to revise your glossaries thoroughly AND your classwork on the units outlined above. To assist you in your study and preparation for the task, use the outlines for the units below. For the Eucharist and the Liturgical Calendar and Morality and Moral Integrity, you will need to know: Eucharist and the Liturgical Calendar What you will need to know Please record your study notes below The Synoptic Gospels The gospels of Matthew, Mark, and Luke are referred to as the synoptic Gospels because they include many of the same stories, often in a similar sequence and similar or sometimes identical wording. They stand in contrast to John, whose content is largely distinct. Parts of the Mass Introductory Rites Entrance Greeting Penitential Act Glory to God Collect Liturgy of the Word First Reading Responsorial Psalm Second Reading (on Sundays and solemnities) Gospel Acclamation Gospel Homily  Profession of Faith (on Sundays, solemnities, and special occasions) Universal Prayer Liturgy of the Eucharist Presentation of the Gifts and Preparation of the Altar Prayer over the Offerings Eucharistic Prayer Preface Holy, Holy, Holy The first half of the prayer, including the Consecration Mystery of Faith The second half of the prayer, ending with Doxology The Lord's Prayer Sign of Peace Lamb of God Communion Prayer after Communion Concluding Rites Optional announcements Greeting and Blessing Dismissal Symbols of the Mass Wheat. Wheat is a cereal grain, ground into flour for bread, symbolising Jesus as the Bread of Life. It’s depicted as a single grain or a sheaf of wheat. A Loaf of Bread. Bread, the staple food for life, represents spiritual sustenance in the Eucharist. At the Last Supper, Jesus said, “Take and eat, this is my body” (Mt 26:26). A Basket of Loaves. Jesus fed multitudes with baskets of loaves, starting with five (Mt 14:17) and seven (Mt 15:34), symbolising Eucharistic miracles. A Host. The Communion wafer, or host, represents the body of Christ, the sacrificial Lamb (Jn 1:29), offered at Mass. Grapes and Wine. Grapes are fermented into wine, symbolizing Jesus' blood shed for the  forgiveness of sins (Mt 26:28). A Chalice. Jesus used a chalice at the Last Supper to represent his Blood, shared in the covenant of salvation. The Altar. The altar symbolizes the Eucharistic sacrifice and Christ’s presence during Mass. The Lamb. Jesus is called the Lamb of God (Jn 1:29), representing his sacrificial death, freeing humanity from sin. The Crucifix. The crucifix, with the figure of Jesus on the cross, represents Christ's sacrifice and his victory over death through the Resurrection. The Tabernacle. This sacred vessel holds the consecrated Eucharist, symbolising Christ’s real presence in the church. The Sanctuary Lamp. A lit lamp near the Tabernacle signifies the Eucharist is presence, symbolizing Jesus’ ongoing presence. Incense. Incense symbolizes prayers rising to heaven (Ps 141:2) and reverence for the sacred mysteries celebrated in the Mass. Holy Water. Holy water is used for blessings and making the Sign of the Cross, and it symbolizes purification and baptism. The Chalice and Paten. The chalice holds the wine (representing Christ’s Blood), and the paten holds the host (representing Christ’s Body), both essential elements of the Eucharist. The Ciborium. A covered vessel that holds the consecrated hosts distributed during Communion, symbolising the sharing of Christ’s Body. The Bells. Bells rung during Mass draw attention to key moments, such as the consecration, marking the transformation of bread and wine into Christ’s Body and Blood. The Liturgical Calendar The liturgical calendar is a schedule of seasons and holy days in Christian traditions, marking events in the life of Jesus and the Church, like Advent, Christmas, Lent, Easter, and Pentecost. It helps guide worship and spiritual practices throughout the year. Seasons of the Liturgical We begin the Liturgical Year on the First Sunday Calendar of Advent then move to Christmas, Ordinary Time, Lent, Triduum or Three Days, Easter, Pentecost and Ordinary Time again, finishing with the feast of Christ the King. Advent: Duration: Four weeks leading up to Christmas. Focus: Preparation for the celebration of the birth of Jesus Christ. It is a time of reflection, prayer, and anticipation. Christmas: Duration: Begins on December 25 and lasts for twelve days, concluding on the Feast of the Epiphany (January 6). Focus: Celebrates the birth of Jesus Christ. It includes various feasts and observances related to the incarnation. Epiphany: Duration: Begins on January 6 and lasts until the beginning of Lent (usually around late February or early March). Focus: Commemorates the revelation of Christ to the Gentiles, represented by the visit of the Magi. It also includes the Baptism of Jesus and the Wedding at Cana. Lent: Duration: A 40-day period (not including Sundays) leading up to Easter, beginning on Ash Wednesday.  Focus: A time of penance, fasting, and prayer in preparation for Easter. It commemorates Jesus’ 40 days of fasting in the wilderness. Holy Week: Duration: The last week of Lent, culminating in Easter. Focus: Includes significant observances such as Palm Sunday (celebration of Jesus’ triumphant entry into Jerusalem), Maundy Thursday (commemoration of the Last Supper), Good Friday (observance of the crucifixion), and Holy Saturday. Easter: Duration: Begins on Easter Sunday and lasts for 50 days, concluding on Pentecost. Focus: Celebrates the resurrection of Jesus Christ. It is the most important season in the Christian calendar, emphasizing the victory over sin and death. Pentecost: Duration: Celebrated 50 days after Easter Sunday. Focus: Commemorates the descent of the Holy Spirit upon the apostles, marking the birth of the Church and the beginning of the Christian mission. Ordinary Time: Duration: The period between Epiphany and Lent, and between Pentecost and Advent. Why is the Mass important? The Mass is seen as an opportunity for the faithful to encounter God in a profound and personal way. It is a time set apart for prayer, reflection, and communion with the divine. The Mass brings together the community of believers, fostering a sense of belonging and unity. It emphasizes the communal aspect of faith, as participants gather to worship together, support one another, and celebrate their shared beliefs. The Mass includes readings from Scripture, which help to deepen understanding of the faith and provide guidance for daily living. The Liturgy  of the Word allows congregants to reflect on God’s teachings and apply them to their lives. Morality and Moral Integrity What you will need to know Please record your study notes below Glossary Glossary Term Definition conscience The part of our mind and heart that tells us when something is right or wrong. A person’s judgement about what is right and wrong. morality Principles concerning the distinction between right and wrong or good and bad behaviour. Informed To consider the facts, motives, effects, alternatives and the conscience Christian sources of ethics when deciding what is right or wrong. Catechism The official Church document which details all elements of belief, practice and tradition in the Catholic Church. It provides answers to many issues by connecting to key scriptural passages. It is the central authority on matters related to life as a Catholic Christian. veneration A feeling of awe, utmost respect or reverence. moral maturity The growth of one’s moral development from infancy through to adulthood. It involves the change from decisions being self-centred through to decisions based on human rights and responsibility. justice Treatment with fairness, equity and respect. canonisation The Catholic Church’s official declaration that a person is already in heaven and is worthy of public veneration. This declaration makes the person a Saint. peace Harmonious relationships with others, as well as an inner feeling of harmony, and freedom of conflict.  ethics A system or source of moral decision making that guides and governs our moral behaviour. immorality The quality of not living in accord with the standards of right or good conduct. moral integrity Doing the right thing, even when no-one is watching; the personal choice to hold oneself to consistent moral and ethical standards. 3 Kohlberg’s stages of Moral development 4 Reflecting on the beatitudes The beatitudes are "blessed sayings" from the opening verses and Jesus commandment of of the famous Sermon on the Mount delivered by Jesus Christ love and recorded in Matthew 5:3-12. In the beatitudes, Jesus stated several blessings, each beginning with the phrase, "Blessed are..." (Similar declarations appear in Jesus' Sermon on the Plain in Luke 6:20-23.) Each saying speaks of a blessing or "divine favour" God will bestow on a person holding a specific character quality. The Beatitudes are the following: These phrases flip the ordinary logic of each era/nature of logic on its head. God’s commandments of Love: LOVE GOD INTENSELY: “You shall love the lord your God with all your heart, and with all your `soul, and with all your mind” (Matthew 22:35-38) LOVE TOWARD YOUR NEIGHBOUR: “ You shall love your neighbour as yourself” (Matthew 22:39-40) LOVE OUR NEIGHBOUR: “Love one another in the same way that I have loved you” (John 13:34-35) LOVE YOUR ENEMIES: “Love your enemies, bless those who  cursed you, do good to those who hate you, and pray for those who despitefully use you and persecute you.” (Matthew 5:43-47) 5 Acting with moral integrity - For Christians, acting with moral integrity on social media what would Jesus instagram? means posting thoughtfully, authentically, and positively to reflect their values and faith. What would Jesus Instagram? Nicholas Peric, Australian Catholics, 3 March 2014 The online world provides plenty of opportunities for us to share God's joy with people around the world - if we follow some simple guidelines. As a young member of the Church, I sometimes find difficulty navigating social media while holding true to my own moral groundings. I sometimes even ask myself, 'Would Jesus post this photo on his Instagram account?!' I like to think that if Jesus was on social media he would follow these rules. DOS 1. Do pause before you post With every post, tweet, status update comes a hand-print you are leaving on your online identity. Think three things before you press enter: Does this need to be said? Does this need to be said by me? Does this need to be said by me right now? 2. Do add value to the discussion Does what you are doing, saying, updating, hold value? If what you are engaging in is not valuable to you, or to someone or some people you care about, it may not need to be posted or looked into. 3. Do stay true to yourself Although you may be behind a computer screen, stay true to yourself. Don't try to be someone you wouldn't want to be known as in the wider world. 4. Do turn off for a while! Social media can be a positive outlet for you to be active on, but do not let it consume your life. Stay present and focused on real-life tasks at hand. 5. Do create a platform of positivity As people of faith, we are not only representing ourselves, we represent what we believe! Positivity, understanding, open-mindedness and love is what defines us as people, and our online identity should be nothing less than a reflection of that. DON'TS 1. Don't be too quick to click A not-so-appropriate post is one 'quick click' away. Don't jump into posting, reposting and/or being involved in anything on your platform without thinking.  2. Don't crave attention Validation from other users on your various websites is a way of indicating that what you're posting is worthwhile. But don't just post things that garner attention but hurt you as a person. Not all attention is 'good' attention. 3. Don't friend too quickly Don't treat your social spaces as a popularity contest. Stay reasonable in your choice of contacts. Remember, people you friend have access to your personal posts. 4. Don't treat social media like a personal diary Social media is great for letting your voice be heard, but keep personal details of your life, relationships or profession in the diary! There is nothing more unflattering than airing your dirty laundry online. 5. Don't forget to use the privacy settings It is your choice how open or private you want to be online, but don't disregard who has access to your posts and personal details. Nicholas Peric is in Year 10 at Marcellin College in Melbourne. You will need to know up to and including Document 5