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FUNFAITH 2 NOTES Ma’am Claire Ann Margareth Montero-Legaspi 12HA-05 | 2nd QUARTER, 1st Sem 11 He was the one who baptized Jesus at the THE INAUGURATION OF CHRIST’S Jordan River PUBLIC...

FUNFAITH 2 NOTES Ma’am Claire Ann Margareth Montero-Legaspi 12HA-05 | 2nd QUARTER, 1st Sem 11 He was the one who baptized Jesus at the THE INAUGURATION OF CHRIST’S Jordan River PUBLIC MINISTRY Son of Elizabeth, a relative of Mary the mother of Jesus People thought John was the Messiah: Baptism of Jesus in the Jordan River ○ “Someone mightier than me is coming, that when this person comes I am not worthy to baptize him and take off his sandals” ○ When Jesus arrived, John the Baptist hesitated to baptize Jesus; but Jesus was still baptized by John the Baptist TO BAPTIZE (GK. BAPTIZO) It means “to immerse” Traditional way of baptism - full immersion. This signified Jesus being the representative of the entire humanity. The full immersion signifies death The rising signifies resurrection. Baptism of Jesus aims to show us 2 things: ○ Jesus takes our sins upon himself ○ It is the anticipation of his Passion and Resurrection For us humans “we came & die from christ” - Jesus came from Nazareth of Galilee - The baptism of Jesus took place at the Jordan DOES JESUS NEED TO BE BAPTIZED? River - No, because he does not commit sin. He chose - John, a prophetic figure, preaches a powerful to be baptized because his baptism shows that message of repentance and forgiveness this is a sign that he accepts to be human and through baptism. A crowd of sinners heed his that he will soon resurrect. call and come to be Baptized by him. - Jesus does not need to be baptized. He was - The Holy Spirit, in the form of a dove, comes baptized because of the full immersion → upon Jesus and a voice from heaven Jesus becomes the representative of all proclaims, “This is my Beloved Son.” (Solemn humanity. Revelation) WHY DID JESUS ALLOW JOHN TO BAPTIZE HIM, ALTHOUGH HE WAS WITHOUT SIN? JOHN THE BAPTIST - Strictly speaking, Jesus did not need this baptism because he was sinless. The fact that he submitted to this baptism shows us two FUNFAITH 2 NOTES Ma’am Claire Ann Margareth Montero-Legaspi 12HA-05 | 2nd QUARTER, 1st Sem things: Jesus takes our sins upon himself. Jesus understands his baptism as an anticipation of his Passion and Resurrection. Note: - When we are baptized, we die with Christ and we resurrect with Christ LAMB OF GOD John calls Jesus “the Lamb of God, who takes away the sin of the world” This symbolizes that Jesus will save us from our sins OPENING OF THE HEAVENS During the baptism “the heavens were opened” indicating that we can access heaven through Christ. As the heaven once closed by the sin of the first man, Adam. The waters were also sanctified by the descent of Jesus and the Spirit, a prelude to the new creation. Note: - Baptism took place before Jesus have 12 Apostles - Christ has himself baptized by John and gave his disciples the mandate to administer baptism. “ One cannot enter God’s Kingdom without being born of water and the Spirit” TEMPTATIONS OF JESUS - Through baptism, Jesus will die and He will resurrect. The same goes for us Christians, we die with Christ and resurrect with Him. Desert We become part of the body of Christ. - Jesus fasted for 40 days and 40 nights (40 in scriptures means for a long period of time) - There Jesus was very hungry so the devil The Temptation of the Wilderness tempted Him to turn stones to loaves of bread Holy City FUNFAITH 2 NOTES Ma’am Claire Ann Margareth Montero-Legaspi 12HA-05 | 2nd QUARTER, 1st Sem - The devil and Jesus were at the parapet of the THE CENTRAL THEME OF JESUS’ PUBLIC temple when the devil asked Jesus to throw himself off and order the angels to catch him MINISTRY - You shall not test God High Mountain KINGDOM OF GOD - The devil asked Jesus to worship him and the devil will give him everything It is already established by Christ - You should only worship God and him alone Kingdom of God is already here yet it is still ot shall you serve whole because of the presence of the devil Not a place, but a condition (a state of being) The Agony in the Garden wherein the will of God is being manifested - The last temptation of Jesus Where the Gospel values or Christ’s values are - Jesus wanted to back out from His mission present, there is the Kingdom of God. (keep in mind that Jesus was also Human) The reign of peace, love, justice, etc. - The Holy Spirit was with Jesus God’s exercise of God’s kingly power by caring for the constituents, providing for their needs, Note: protecting them from all threats. - The Devil did this because he was not sure if Jesus is the promised Messiah SALVATION - Everytime the devil tempts us, the devil only make us doubt ourselves It means liberation - Everyday we face several temptations and if “Saving us” we choose not to do good habitually it will be normal; as there are no shortcuts in life The Paradox of the Kingdom of God - We have the grace to overcome temptation Already Here But Not Yet Fully NEW ADAM Present Future The Temptation of Jesus was reversal of the disobedience of Adam and the Israelites When hungry are fed, At the end of time. No ○ Jesus reverse what happened in the old homeless are sheltered, more poverty, disease, testament naked are clothed sadness, oppression, ○ Jesus reversed Adam’s sin death Jesus is the New Adam representing the entire humanity Jesus fulfills Israel’s vocation perfectly The Kingdom of God is already here because Jesus reveals himself as God’s servant Jesus inaugurated it already, during His public Jesus is the devil’s conqueror ministry. We are just waiting for the fullness of the Kingdom of God. However, if there are still works of evil, we THE KINGDOM OF GOD cannot say that the Kingdom of God is fully established. FUNFAITH 2 NOTES Ma’am Claire Ann Margareth Montero-Legaspi 12HA-05 | 2nd QUARTER, 1st Sem Jesus envisioned the establishment of the Social transformation can only happen if you Kingdom of God to begin by establishing a realize the key step, which is personal righteous community and to culminate in the conversion. transformation of the world and the whole creation. The Kingdom of God in the Person and Actions of ○ Jesus was actually focused on the Jesus social transformation and spiritual transformation of each person. The Kingdom of God is both in the present and Beatitudes in the future Parables Jesus was after the social transformation but Miracles he did not end there. He is also after for the Table Fellowship spiritual transformation of each person. Having a taste of being free from illnesses / ➔ Preaching about the Kingdom of God having food to eat is the foretaste of the ◆ Beatitudes Kingdom of God ◆ Parables Note: Beatitudes - Happiness & Goodness is contagious; Do good to others, they will also do good to you; The attitudes and actions that should It may not be directly but it could be felt characterize the followers and disciples of - Goodness is not an investment; do not Jesus. expect anything in return It came from the word Beatitudo which means - Goodness is pure of love and love is not an happiness or contentment. investment It is hard to contain the 8 beatitudes but there - Love of God for us us overflowing so that we is hope can share it to others - Change starts with us 1. The Poor in Spirit Humble and trusting; unafraid to give up everything for God Even rich people can be poor in spirit, The Key Step to realize the Kingdom of God: lack of generosity; as there are only The Jesus’ Way things that only God can provide Everything that God do has a reason we just need to appreciate it NOT REVOLUTION BUT CONVERSION 2. Those Who Mourn socio-economico-politic spiritual, personal, Compassionate to the suffering of o-religious communal, holistic others; despise hatred, injustice, violence. A comfort when we pray as we mourn because there is a spark of hope There is no judgement when praying to FUNFAITH 2 NOTES Ma’am Claire Ann Margareth Montero-Legaspi 12HA-05 | 2nd QUARTER, 1st Sem God as He is the best friend that we rather than hide their faith to avoid could have persecution. God uses instruments to bring comfort to others Parables 3. The Meek Possess the spirit of gentleness and Parable came from the latin word “Parabole”. self-control; not violent or vengeful; The challenge of the parables is to discover the never exploiting others. truth behind the story and to act according to the message of the story. 4. Those Who Hunger and Thirst for Righteousness Classification of Parables Passionate to do what is good, right and just 1. Parables on the Good News of the Kingdom Focus: End/Goal 5. The Merciful They tell us how valuable the Kingdom Forgiving; acting upon the corporal and is, and the good it will bring to those spiritual works of mercy who will enter it. Forgiving is a process; healing starts Examples: with us, we pray for the people who hurt ○ Parable of Mustard Seed us ○ Parable of the Hidden Treasure Jesus call us to forgive; we forgive as and Pearl we deserve peace 2. Parables on the Children of the Kingdom learn to forgive because forgiving is Focus: Means/Attitude peace They show us how we should behave in But if those people who hurt you do not order to enter the Kingdom. apologize, learn to take time for yourself Examples: to heal because you deserve peace ○ Parable of Tax Collector & Pharisee 6. The Pure of Heart ○ Parable of the Good Samaritan No hatred nor jealousy; loyal to God and to the things of God;purity of 3. Parables on the Kingdom as Judgment conscience as opposed to hypocrisy. Focus: Consequences They illustrate the sad fate of those who 7. The Peacemakers reject the gift of the Kingdom or those builders of justice and peace; do their who did not realize its urgency. best to preserve/foster peace and Examples: friendship among mankind and ○ Parable of Unforgiving Servant between God and man. ○ Parable of the Rich Fool We protect what is good Miracles 8. Those Who are Persecuted for Righteousness’ Sake witness to the faith; endure by faith Gk. “dynameis” (acts of power); “erga” FUNFAITH 2 NOTES Ma’am Claire Ann Margareth Montero-Legaspi 12HA-05 | 2nd QUARTER, 1st Sem (works); “semeion” (sign). Transfiguration: A Foretaste of the Kingdom Meaning of Jesus’ miracles: ○ Manifest the power of God over all creation Change in appearance ○ Serve as a sign of what would it be like Baptism of Jesus when God’s Kingdom is fully established ○ at the threshold of Public Ministry; an Miracles are manifestations of God’s presence image of our own baptism. in history. God was indeed compassionate and used his power to alleviate the suffering of his Transfiguration people. ○ at the threshold of the Passion, Death and Resurrection; an image of our own Classifications of Miracles resurrection 1. Healing Miracles This event also manifests that, indeed, Jesus, There is the presence of sickness. God the Suffering Messiah, is the center and the makes miracles to heal them. fulfilment of the Law (represented by Moses) Everytime Jesus heals the sick, Jesus and the Prophets (represented by Elijah) did not just heal the person physically, Manifestation of the Trinity: Father (voice), Son He also healed relationships. (Jesus), Holy Spirit (cloud) 2. Exorcism Also a form of healing PASSION AND DEATH OF JESUS CHRIST Jesus heals the person from demonic possession 3. Resuscitation PALM SUNDAY Returned back from the dead Marks the beginning of Holy Week 4. Nature Miracles Reenactment of what happened in the gospel, when Jesus entered Jerusalem ○ They (Jesus, Apostles, Blessed Mother) Table Fellowship went to Jerusalem because it is In a table fellowship, Jesus' gesture of required for them to go to Jerusalem to friendship is fundamentally “welcoming” and celebrate the Jewish Passover "coming close”. (Sobrino, 1993) For the Jews, this is the most Jesus often likened the Kingdom of God to a important feast for them (yearly banquet. (Ex. Luke 14:15-21) celebrated) Even in the Last Supper, Jesus intended that it All Jews, even coming from the would be an illustration of the great banquet at most Northern areas of the the end of time, when the kingdom has been promised land– they need to fully established. travel to the Southern part which It was an anticipation of a new world free from is Judaea– they need to go to poverty, oppression, disease and death. Where Jerusalem all shall partake of the grand banquet. IMPORTANCE OF PASSOVER FUNFAITH 2 NOTES Ma’am Claire Ann Margareth Montero-Legaspi 12HA-05 | 2nd QUARTER, 1st Sem When Jesus arrived in Jerusalem on a Sunday, DEATH OF FIRST BORN & PAINTING THE the people welcomed him by waving palm DOORPOST WITH THE BLOOD OF THE LAMB branches. During the time of Christ, when they In Exodus, the tenth plague was the death of wave palm branches, they are welcoming you the first born sons as if you are a hero. In order to spare the first born sons of the They wave palm branches if they are going to Israelities, they needed to slaughter an welcome an important person unblemished lamb and they need to paint the The people in Jerusalem are shouting “Osana, blood of the lamb of the doorpost so that Osana in the Highest!... Blessed the Son of when the Angel of Death comes, it will just David, the Son of David is already here.” passover ○ In the Messianic Prophecy, the Messiah will come from the line of David ○ The same people who shouted Osana PASSOVER MEAL are also going to be the ones who will shout “Crucify him!” later on Every family must procure for itself a lamb. Your lamb must be a year-old male and without blemish. You may take it from either the sheep of the goats. They will consume its meat that LAST SUPPER same night, eating it roasted with unleavened The Last Supper was not done because Jesus bread and bitter herbs. (they were obliged to was going to die, It was done due to their prepare meals) obedience to the Jewish Law. On the night of the Last Supper, Jesus and His It happened on the evening before the disciples needed to prepare the passover meal crucifixion day (Maunday Thursday) ○ 4 cups There is a rite (ritual) for the feast They need to go back to the JEWISH PASSOVER events that transpired in Exodus Pesach (Hebrew) - to pass over Kapag babalikan nila, they’re The Jewish Passover is a yearly ordinance going to sing hymns observed by the Jews in commemoration of They’re going to create prayers, their freedom from slavery sabay iinumin yung cup ○ Every feast of the passover, they are Habang nagproprogress sila sa required to eat a specific meal– roasted kwento ng Exodus (from 1st cup, Lamb together with Grape Wine 2nd cup, until they finish the 4 ○ The Passover is yearly celebrated, cups) because it commemorates the day The Last Supper with Jesus did not strictly when they were liberated from the follow the Jewish law slavery of Egyptians ○ The lamb was missing on the table They were enslaved by the Egyptians for ○ They only have the bread and the wine hundreds and thousands of years. ○ The lamb was actually present– a This is the reason why Jesus gathered with His sacrificial lamb who is Christ himself disciples to obey the Jewish Law. ○ For the apostles, it was plainly a FUNFAITH 2 NOTES Ma’am Claire Ann Margareth Montero-Legaspi 12HA-05 | 2nd QUARTER, 1st Sem passover meal– a tradition that they of Christ, we have the Gospel reading and need to follow First reading Last Supper is celebrated every Holy Now while they were eating, Jesus TOOK some Thursday bread, and after a BLESSING, He BROKE it and GAVE it to the disciples, and said, ‘Take, eat; this is My body.” And when He had taken a cup and given MAUNDY THURSDAY thanks, He gave it to them, saying, “Drink from it, all of you; for this is My blood of the covenant, which is Maundy came from the Latin word Mandatum, being poured out for many for forgiveness of sins.” means commandment “Mandate” - Matthew 26:26-28 ○ “Do this in memory of me” ○ The Greatest Mandate: The Greatest Commandment– “Love God, Love your RITE OF JESUS DURING LAST SUPPER Neighbors” He took the bread, gave a blessing, broke it On Maundy Thursday, we commemorate the and gave it to them: Last Supper, where Jesus laid down the ○ “Take it, this is my body” greatest mandatum or commandment– “Love ○ Symbol of Himself, that He will be God and Love one another” broken into pieces Last Supper took place during the evening of ○ Whoever eats the bread will have Thursday eternal life ○ For those who accept Jesus as the PASSION OF JESUS CHRIST Bread of Life, will have eternal life (Tinapay ng Buhay) Wine AGONY IN THE GARDEN ○ “Drink from it all of you, for this is my blood of the covenant which is poured out for many for forgiveness of sins” In the garden of Gethsemane ○ Symbolizes His blood that will be In the garden Jesus know what will happen, He poured out for all for the forgiveness of was scared as He prays there are droplets of sin as Jesus is Lamb “The Sacrifice” blood due to extreme fear but he prayed “Let it ○ His blood is for the salvation of all. be done” These were simply prayers for the disciples and Jesus is also humankind and He knows what they did not totally understand it will happen to Him Note: ARREST OF JESUS We (Christians) have a Liturgical mass because Christ instructed it Himself JUDAS ESCARIOT He told His apostles, “Do this in memory of ○ Judas let Satan enter his heart (cf. Luke me” 22:3). He sold Jesus to the Great That is why in the mass, we receive the body Sanhedrin for 30 silver coins. Bible FUNFAITH 2 NOTES Ma’am Claire Ann Margareth Montero-Legaspi 12HA-05 | 2nd QUARTER, 1st Sem scholars still debate whether Judas left influential in the proceedings. during the 2nd or 3rd cup. They think Jesus was self proclaimed God ○ Judas kissed Jesus which is a sign of So you are the Messiah? betrayal ○ This was asked to Jesus during the trial ○ Judas told the soldiers whoever he because during his Public Ministry: kisses is the one names Jesus I am the Breath of Life ○ The soldiers knew the name of Jesus I am the Lamb of God but didn’t know by face. That is why Accusation by the Sanhedrin: they used Judas Escariot to point out ○ Blasphemy: a spiritual behavior or Jesus. speech against God. ○ Jesus knew that Judas would betray ○ Jesus claims to be the Messiah and that Him but still allowed Him to do this. is a big statement for them ○ Judas was still in the last supper during the 1st cup. ROMAN COURT PETER ○ Peter said that he loves and will follow Jews are not allowed to give death sentences Jesus, but Jesus knows that Peter will so Pontius Pilate was called to sentence Jesus. deny Him 3x and the rooster crowed 3x So you are the king? after that. ○ Pontius Pilate: He was the Roman ○ During the arrest of Jesus, Peter was so Provincial Governor of Judaea. He knew scared as he saw how Jesus was being of Jesus’ innocence but allowed Annas tortured, that he denied knowing him and Caiaphas to influence him and the three times— solidifying Jesus’ Jewish mob. Pilate succumbed to the prediction. Jewish mob’s cry for death by ○ Only John the Beloved stayed during crucifixion (cf. Matthew 27:21-26) Jesus’ arrest. ○ Pontius Pilate did not want to sentence Jesus to death because, for him, blasphemy was not an issue since the THE TRIALS OF JESUS (GREAT SANHEDRIN AND Romans were pagans. THE ROMAN COURT) ○ However, Pontius Pilate knew that if he didn't give in to Caiaphas' demands, Jesus didn't sleep since tuloy tuloy na nga the Jews would cause a riot. yung story In the end, it was the Sanhedrin who had 6 trials divided into 2 courts control over Jesus, with the punishment of ○ Jewish Court (Great Sanhedrin) death. ○ Roman Court Charges by the Roman Court: ○ Treason: a political behavior or speech against the government. GREAT SANHEDRIN ○ Sedition: a political behavior or speech inviting rebellion. A council composed of chief priests, elders, and scribes. The trial was led by Caiaphas, the SCOURGING AT THE PILLAR AND CROWNING high priest. Annas, the former high priest, was FUNFAITH 2 NOTES Ma’am Claire Ann Margareth Montero-Legaspi 12HA-05 | 2nd QUARTER, 1st Sem OF THORNS NEW TESTAMENT: As they led him away they took hold of a certain Simon, a Cyrenian, who SCOURGING AT THE PILLAR was coming in from the country; and after laying the cross on him, they made him carry it Normal or acceptable punishment under the behind Jesus. -Luke 23:26 Roman court ○ Simon of Cyrene Libya was a passerby ○ They used the Roman flagrum (whip Mark 1521, commanded by the Roman with small metals / bones on the end soldiers to help Jesus carry the that can penetrate on the skin) during horizontal part of the cross (patibulum). the scourging at the pillar to tear Jesus' ○ The patibulum or horizontal part of the flesh to ribbons. He was dehydrated. His cross represents us. physical health significantly decreased since then. CRUCIFIXION AND DEATH BIBLICAL TYPOLOGY OF THE CRUCIFIXION OF JESUS - And just as Moses lifted up the serpent in the desert, so must the Son of Man be lifted up, so that everyone who believes in him may have eternal life. CROWNING OF THORNS A mockery to Jesus who was labeled as the “King of the Jews.” This punishment was inspired by the charge of sedition. BIBLICAL TYPOLOGY OF THE CARRYING OF THE CROSS Typology: one way of studying our scriptures ○ There are elements in the Old Testament that are seen as prefiguration in the New Testament OLD TESTAMENT: So Abraham took the wood for the burnt offering and laid it on his son Isaac, while he himself carried the fire and the Note: knife. -Genesis 22:6 FUNFAITH 2 NOTES Ma’am Claire Ann Margareth Montero-Legaspi 12HA-05 | 2nd QUARTER, 1st Sem (Messianic Prophecy in Psalm 22:18-19) - In greek, a snake or serpent is a symbol for “I thirst.” (John 19-28) Jesus was offered sour healing wine mixed with gall. The gall had pain killing - Mt. Calvary is the mountain where Jesus properties , so he refused it. They put gall in my carry the wood for His cross food, and in my thirst, they gave me vinegar to - The brother of Luke helped Jesus to carry the drink. (Messianic Prophecy in Psalm 69:221) cross ○ In the agony in the garden Jesus prayed - As Christians our cross are never empty in as if He didn't drink the 4th cup (Last order to remind us the great sacrifice of Supper), as He prayed “Abba(Father), if Jesus in order to save us from our sins it's possible, take this cup (mission) away from me, not my will but your will INSCRIPTION be done” When Jesus was crucified, there was an PASCHAL TRIDUUM inscription on the cross. (INRI) It means 3 days It is a period of time that traces the final days of Jesus' life, his death, and his resurrection from the dead As Christians it was 1 mass on 3 days It starts from Holy Thursday and ends before the Easter Sunday Translation: Jesus of Nazareth King of the Jews Note: The heaven's gate are closed not until the salvation, the death of Jesus. CRUCIFIXION It happened in the afternoon and Jesus was so LAST WORD OF JESUS tired This is the most humiliating punishment during “Father , into your hands, I commend my spirit” the time of Christ, they were naked. Jesus’ agony on the cross lasted for six hours. Jesus was crucified alongside two criminals. It Dehydration, asphyxia (deprivation of oxygen), was truly humiliating. and fluid retention in the heart and lungs led to ○ They have pierced my hands and my his death. feet. I can count all my bones. ○ “My God, my God, why have you (Messianic Prophecy in Psalm 22:17-18) forsaken me?” (Messianic Prophecy in ○ through his humiliation, he will justify Psalm 22:2). The whole chapter was many and their guilt he will bear. sourced from King David’s “The The Roman soldiers casted and divided Jesus’ Suffering and Triumph of the Messiah”. garments among them. It was inspired by the Suffering and ○ They divided my garments among them, Servant Song in Isaiah 53. and for my clothing, they cast lots. The temple veil in the “holy of holies” was torn FUNFAITH 2 NOTES Ma’am Claire Ann Margareth Montero-Legaspi 12HA-05 | 2nd QUARTER, 1st Sem into two (Luke 23:45). It signed the forging of (broken and beaten) for the sins of the new and everlasting covenant between many) God and humanity. No covenant could ever 3. Grape wine replace this. - “Whoever believes in me will never be To check if he was still breathing, the soldier thirsty” (John 6:35) pierced his left side. Blood and water poured 4. Blood of Christ out (cf. John 19:34), prompting redemption and - Jesus hinted at one manner of his death the beginnings of the Church. (blood poured out) to create a new and Blood and water symbolizes two everlasting covenant. The effect of important sacraments. Water for Jesus’ sacrifice is eternal, or across baptism and Blood for eucharist. time and space The church is called the Bride of Christ. BURIAL - Joseph of Arimathea offered his burial site. Though he was a pharisee, he was a silent disciple of Jesus. The women disciples (Mary Magdalene, Mary the wife of Cleopas, Joanna, and Saloma) hurried to anoint him as Sabbath was fast approaching. - Joseph of Arimathea was a part of the Sanhedrin, the one who arrested and wanted Jesus dead. - When he first knew about the trial of Jesus (the Always remember that even though we are not crucifixion), he first went to Pontius Pilate and present during the Last Supper, it is made asked for the body of Jesus. present during the Holy Mass. - Joseph of Arimathea, a rich man who offered We are all responsible for the death of Christ the burial site for Jesus. because when He died on the cross, the salvation goes across all timeline. The resurrection is considered to be the most SYNTHESIS: THE HOLY MASS important event, and if Jesus was not - A remembrance resurrected, christianity would have no - Is both a meal and a sacrifice meaning. - Jesus said “Do this in memory of me” - Every mass, we go back to the past RESURRECTION MEAL 1. Unleavened bread “Anastanai” (Greek) - “I am the bread of life. Whoever comes ○ Meaning, to rise up to me will never go hungry” (John 6:35) Jesus passage from death to new life 2. Body of Christ Christ’s resurrection is center of the Apostolic - Jesus hinted one manner of his death Doctrinal teaching FUNFAITH 2 NOTES Ma’am Claire Ann Margareth Montero-Legaspi 12HA-05 | 2nd QUARTER, 1st Sem Without Resurrection there is no Christianity The soul is an immortal The body resurrects and Pasko ng Muling Pagkabuhay aspect. reunites with the soul ○ Easter is more important than Christmas Resurrection as the greatest miracle of Jesus “NEW PRESENCE” What is it? META-HISTORICAL the natural body (and soul) of jesus (were) raised as spirit (filled) (1 Corinthians 15:46) Jesus resurrected on the third day he rose again from the dead. Why didn’t Mary Magdalene recognize Jesus? The easter witnesses encountered Christ in a There were changes in the physical appearance “new Presence” not of this world of Christ The empty tomb was only a supporting evidence CHARACTERISTICS OF THE GLORIFIED BODY Primary Evidences ○ Encounter of Mary Magdalene - Mary Magdalene is the one who discovered 1. Impassibility: Immune to suffering that the tomb of Jesus was empty a. Jesus felt no pain when Thomas ○ Encounter with the Two Disciples touched his wounds. - This is the road to Emmaus appearance of b. Wounds are still present on the Risen resurrected Christ Christ’s body ○ Encounter with 11 disciples 2. Agility: Quick in movement - Mountain of Galilee a. Jesus had multiple appearances - Jesus appears to the remaining 11 disciples 3. Subtlety: Spirit filled human nature and commands them to make disciples from a. Can go through walls. the people of all nations on the earth. 4. Clarity: Beautiful and Radiant a. Most beautiful state; Perfect image b. Transfiguration: Change in the image of SIGNIFICANCE OF RESURRECTION Jesus (happened during the Public Ministry) - Through Jesus’ resurrection, Christ gives us access to new life and brings about the Risen Christ redemption of the human race to fulfillment. - The resurrection is the principle and source of Wears an all-white attire our own physical resurrection at the end of and his hand is in a time. peace sign. Peacock - eternal life and immortality of soul Phoenix - resurrection The human person is both body and soul. FUNFAITH 2 NOTES Ma’am Claire Ann Margareth Montero-Legaspi 12HA-05 | 2nd QUARTER, 1st Sem Acts 1:8; 16-11 Where is it? In God’s dimension 8 But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit ○ St. Thomas Aquinas at Summa Contra comes on you; and you will be my witnesses in Gentiles, IV, 86 Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the Jesus did not abolish the old commandments. ends of the earth.” Instead, he gave a new interpretation of it: Love God and Love your neighbors 9 After he said this, he was taken up before their Transfiguration took place during the Public very eyes, and a cloud hid him from their sight. Ministry ○ New presence prefigured in Jesus’ 10 They were looking intently up into the sky as he transfiguration was going, when suddenly two men dressed in white He went up the mountain with some of His stood beside them. 11 “Men of Galilee,” they said, apostles “why do you stand here looking into the sky? This ○ Jesus became bright like a sun same Jesus, who has been taken from you into ○ Moses and Elijah heaven, will come back in the same way you have ○ Baptism- “This is my beloved son with seen him go into heaven.” whom I am well-pleased” ○ Transfiguration- “This is my beloved son; listen to Him” Jesus talks about coming of the holy spirit ○ Transfiguration is prefiguration of His Clouds took him from their sight - no vision of resurrection Jesus anymore This event manifests that indeed Jesus the Making Christ “present” in the eucharist until suffering messiah is the center and fulfillment He comes again of the law (represented by Moses) and the “Again a little while, and you will see me” (John Prophets (represented by Elijah) 16:16) Advent ASCENSION ○ Prepares for the 2nd coming of Christ ○ Parable of the final judgement - “ascensio” meaning rise up; exalted - 4O days after easter - The definitive entrance of Jesus’ humanity into God’s heavenly domain, whence He will come again. This humanity in the meantime hides him from the eyes of men - Jesus went up with his own power Culmination of the Paschal Mystery ○ Ascension: Jesus ascended to heaven on the 40th day after his resurrection. ○ Assumption: Mary’s body was “assumed” into heaven.