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Paper 2-Section 1-3

The document outlines the structure and content of Paper 2, focusing on Christianity as a religious community, with sections on leadership, the importance of the Bible, celebrations, and worship practices. It includes specific questions and tasks for students to address, such as explaining the significance of Jesus' baptism and discussing the necessity of the Eucharist in Christian services. The paper is designed to assess students' understanding of Christian beliefs and practices through various question formats.

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Paper 2-Section 1-3

The document outlines the structure and content of Paper 2, focusing on Christianity as a religious community, with sections on leadership, the importance of the Bible, celebrations, and worship practices. It includes specific questions and tasks for students to address, such as explaining the significance of Jesus' baptism and discussing the necessity of the Eucharist in Christian services. The paper is designed to assess students' understanding of Christian beliefs and practices through various question formats.

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PAPER 2 REVISION

2024
STRUCTURE OF PAPER 2
Three sets of questions
1. Outline (4)
1. Explain (6)
1. Discuss (10)
Total marks= 60 points
Pair-Task
Paper 2: Religious Community with
Christianity as the focus religion.
Section 1: Origin and their impact on the community
a. Outline 2 forms of leadership in the Christian Church
b. Give examples of authority in the Christian church
c. Explain the different attitudes to the ordained ministry
within the Church: Christian and non-Christian attitudes
Cont.
D. Outline 3 characteristics of a disciple of Jesus.

E. Explain how important are ordained ministers for


Christians.

F. Outline 3 ways the Bible is used in Christian worship

G. Explain how is the Bible used in Christian worship

H. Explain how important is the Bible for all Christians.


Paper 2: Religious Community with
Christianity as the focus religion.
Section 1: Origin and their impact on the community
a. Outline 2 forms of leadership in the Christian Church
○ Catholic priests work in the person of Christ (1) doing the work of
Christ on earth (1)
○ Catholic bishops are believed to be the successors of the apostles
(1) and have the responsibility of the leadership of a diocese. (1)
○ The Pope is believed to be the successors of the apostles (1)
and therefore has supreme leadership of the Catholic Church
on earth (1)
Explain how the baptism of Jesus is important for Christians.
(6) marks
○ It is in three of the gospels and it is therefore
considered historically correct.
○ The baptism of Jesus marks the beginning of his public
ministry.
○ It marks the point where the Holy Spirit descended on
him.
○ His baptism is the basis of the rite of baptism for
Christians, making it important today.
The Bible is the only teaching a Christian needs.
Discuss this statement considering the arguments for
and against. (10 marks)
In your answer you should include:
● reference to teachings.
● other ( divergent ) points of view- either within the religion or
from other religions
● your opinion/ point of view using reasoned arguments
● a balanced conclusion
● The Bible is the word of God and therefore nothing else is
needed.
● The bible contains the laws and commandments needed to
be a good Christian.
● Priests and ministers are educated to help lay people, to
fully understand the word of God.
● The Bible does not contain advice on many modern issues,
such as cyberbullying.
● The bible is rooted in the morals of the times it was
written, the world is more enlightened today.
Section 2: Celebration of pilgrimages

2.a. Outline two ways in which Christians celebrate Easter.


(4) marks
○ They may attend church services during holy week (1)
following Jesus’ last week.
○ They may hold a Passover feast or a special
communion on Maundy Thursday (1) to remember the
last supper (1)
○ They may have a procession on Good Friday (1)
to remember Christ’s journey to his crucifixion (1)
Discuss: Bethlehem is the most important place of
pilgrimage for all Christians. (10) marks
● According to the gospels, Bethlehem is where the son of God
became human.
● Jesus is the most important person in the Christian religion
and the story of Jesus is one of the miraculous splendour.
● Jesus’ birth in Bethlehem fulfilled Old Testament prophecy in
Micah and is therefore very important for Christians.
● Although a spiritual experience, it is not necessary to travel
afar to worship God as he is omnipotent
● There are other places of pilgrimage for Christians, such as
Lourdes, which are equally important.
Section 3: Worship and practice

3.a.Outline two internal features of a place of


worship (4) marks
There is an altar which is often a wooden table
(1); it is the focal point of a service where
he bread and wine are prepared. (1)
There is a pulpit, which is a raised platform in the
nave (1) that allows all people to hear the sermon
and prayers (1)
There is a baptismal font (1) into which the holy
water is poured when babies are christened (1)
(There are other alternative answers)
Explain why marriage are important for Christians
(6) marks
○ It allows sexual relation to happen between two
people, which is not allowed if they are not
married.
○ It is the place where children should be brought
up, in a secure and safe environment.
○ Marriage provide love and companionship,
which
○ symbolises the love of God has for the Church.
Therefore, what’s the role of marriage in Christian
formation?
Discuss: All Christian services should include the Eucharist (10) marks
● Jesus told his followers to remember him by eating bread
and drinking wine.
● Tradition shows that it was celebrated regularly by the early
Church
● It is a constant reminder of the death and resurrection of
Jesus Christ.
● The words of Jesus were to show the new covenant to
replace Passover which happens once a year.
● Christians often gather together for the purpose of
fellowship
● Some Christians, such as Quakers, do not celebrate the
Eucharist.

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