Religion Exam Review PDF

Religion Exam Review 1\. The Gospels Definition: The first four books of the New Testament (Matthew, Mark, Luke, John), which share the life, teachings, death, and resurrection of Jesus. Purpose: To proclaim the Good News and invite all to faith in Christ. Key Themes: Kingdom of God, repentan...

Religion Exam Review 1\. The Gospels Definition: The first four books of the New Testament (Matthew, Mark, Luke, John), which share the life, teachings, death, and resurrection of Jesus. Purpose: To proclaim the Good News and invite all to faith in Christ. Key Themes: Kingdom of God, repentance, love, forgiveness, and salvation. 2\. Jesus' Word and Deeds; Signs and Wonders Words: Teachings like the Beatitudes, parables (e.g., Prodigal Son, Good Samaritan), and commands like "Love one another." Deeds: Acts of compassion, healing miracles, exorcisms, and raising the dead. Signs and Wonders: Miracles revealing Jesus' divinity (e.g., Feeding the 5000, Walking on Water, Wedding at Cana). 3\. The Paschal Mystery Definition: Jesus' Passion, Death, Resurrection, and Ascension. Significance: Central to Christian faith; brings salvation and redemption from sin. Living It: Participation through the sacraments, especially Eucharist and Baptism. 4\. Info about Mary, Sts. Peter, and Paul Mary: Mother of Jesus, immaculate conception, perpetual virginity, assumption into heaven. Model of faith and obedience. Peter: First pope, leader of the apostles, keys to the Kingdom, martyrdom in Rome. Paul: Apostle to the Gentiles, missionary journeys, epistles, conversion on the road to Damascus. 5\. Justice, Charity, and Moral Law Justice: Giving others their due; social justice emphasizes the dignity of every person. Charity: Love in action, serving God and neighbor out of love. Moral Law: Rooted in the Ten Commandments and Christ's teachings, guides right living. 6\. The Four Marks of the Church One: Unity in faith, worship, and leadership. Holy: Sanctified by Christ, called to holiness. Catholic: Universal, open to all people. Apostolic: Built on the apostles' foundation, mission continues through the Church. 7\. Elements of Prayer Forms: Adoration, Thanksgiving, Contrition, Supplication (ACTS). Expressions: Vocal prayer, meditation, contemplation. Purpose: Relationship with God, alignment with His will, intercession for others. 8\. YOU: Life, Love, and the Theology of the Body Theology of the Body: St. John Paul II's teaching on the dignity of the human body and sexuality. Life and Love: Human beings are created in God's image, called to love as God loves---selflessly and sacrificially. Relationships: Chastity, respect, and authentic love in relationships reflect God's plan. Here's a detailed response to each of your questions: 1\. Identify and discuss both sacraments of healing that we learned about in class. Other sacraments were mentioned in class too, what were they and what can you tell me about them? The two sacraments of healing in the Catholic Church are: Reconciliation (Confession): This sacrament is a way for Catholics to seek forgiveness for their sins. Through confession to a priest and receiving absolution, individuals are reconciled with God and the Church. It emphasizes the healing of the soul and restoring relationships with God and others. Anointing of the Sick: This sacrament is administered to those who are seriously ill, elderly, or near death. It involves the anointing of the person with holy oil and prayers for physical and spiritual healing. It provides comfort, strength, and, if it is God's will, physical healing. Other sacraments discussed in class include: Baptism: The sacrament of initiation that welcomes individuals into the Christian community, washing away original sin. Eucharist: The sacrament of receiving the Body and Blood of Christ, a source of spiritual nourishment and unity with God. Confirmation: The sacrament that strengthens the grace of Baptism and equips individuals with the gifts of the Holy Spirit. Matrimony: The sacrament of marriage, where a couple vows to live a lifelong, faithful, and loving union. Holy Orders: The sacrament through which men are ordained as deacons, priests, or bishops to serve the Church. 2\. Choose any two videos we watched in class. Discuss their meaning and connection to your life and our culture. Please identify the video as best you can i.e. speaker or title. "All Saints Day Pep Talk" by Bishop Barron Bishop Barron emphasizes that the saints are models of holiness who responded to God's call in unique ways, showing us that sainthood is for everyone. He encourages us to embrace our vocation and live as witnesses to God's love, challenging the cultural focus on self-centeredness and material success. This inspires me to strive for a meaningful, selfless life, aligning my actions with God's will despite societal distractions. "Two Things to Know About the Communion of Saints" by Real+True This video explains the saints' role as intercessors and their unity with us in the Body of Christ, highlighting the interconnectedness of believers across time and space. The Communion of Saints reminds me that I'm part of a larger spiritual family and challenges the individualism of modern culture. It encourages me to seek support through prayer, foster community, and live with a sense of shared purpose in my faith journey. 3\. The Paschal Mystery is the fullest expression of God's Brand of Love (FTFF). What is the Paschal Mystery? What are the four distinguishing marks of God's brand of love? How do Catholic wedding vows express God's brand of love? The Paschal Mystery refers to the passion, death, resurrection, and ascension of Jesus Christ. It is the central mystery of the Christian faith, demonstrating God's ultimate love for humanity by offering salvation and new life through Jesus' sacrifice. The Four Distinguishing Marks of God's Brand of Love: 1.Free: God's love is given freely and without condition. 2.Total: God holds nothing back in His love for us, offering everything, even His Son. 3.Faithful: God's love is unwavering and eternal, regardless of human sinfulness. 4.Fruitful: God's love brings life, both spiritually and physically, offering grace and the hope of eternal life. How Catholic Wedding Vows Reflect God's Love: Catholic wedding vows are modeled on these marks of God's love. Couples promise to love each other freely (without coercion), totally (giving themselves completely), faithfully (remaining loyal for life), and fruitfully (open to the gift of children and spiritual growth). These vows echo the self-giving love of Christ, making marriage a reflection of God's covenant with humanity.