Spiritual Formation

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The Church from Jerusalem to the World L4: The Members of the Infant
Nazareth is where Jesus came from (Church Church Share What They Have
of Jerusalem) Infant Church: Refers to Christ; embodies
When Jesus died and resurrected, 11 His love, which exceeds all human notions.
apostles got left behind cause Judas died St. Francis of Assisi: A person who is an
but got replaced by Mattias example of "divine providence"
Ananias and Sapphira: Deceived the entire
body of the Infant Church.
Genesis 3: "I will put enmity between you and
the woman." L5: The Leaders of the Infant Church
Restoration of Paradise: Occurred during Pray and Heal
the Passion of Christ (His death). Healing Power: Comes from the powers of
God declared the promise of a savior named Jesus Christ and the Holy Spirit.
Jesus Christ. The Lord worked with them, confirming the
Whoever lives in God will resurrect. Word through accompanying signs.
Jacob and Israel: Jacob is Israel; the 12 Prayer: Defined as conversing with God.
tribes of Israel descended from him; Israel
is God's chosen race.
Seed: Represents the faith of the apostles or L6: The Infant Church Centers Her
experiences derived from Christ. Life in the Holy Eucharist
Annunciation: The Angel of the Lord
declared to Mary that she conceived the Breaking of Bread: Signifies the celebration
Word by the power of the Holy Spirit. of the Eucharist.
The Word: The Word, mentioned in Genesis Obedience to Christ's Mandate: "Do this in
5, was made flesh (Jesus). remembrance of me."
Celebration of Love: The Holy Eucharist is a
celebration of love and sharing.
L2: One and the Same Covenant L7: The Apostles Proclaim the
PDR: Passion, Death, Resurrection connects
Gospel to the Jews
to the sacred offering.
God made covenants with figures like Noah, Command from Jesus: The apostles were
Abraham (Abram), and His disciples. instructed to proclaim the gospel first to
Covenant definitions: the Jews, then to the Gentiles.
Berith (Hebrew) and Diatheke (Greek) Judaism: The first religion; Jesus is a Jew.
signify a form of agreement. Gentiles: Those outside Jerusalem.
The covenant given to Moses involved the Gamaliel: Great teacher of Jews.
Ten Commandments. First Members of the Church: Comprised
New Testament Covenant: Jesus Christ is Jews who believed in Jesus Christ.
the covenant in the New Testament. L8: Apostles Sent to the Gentiles
Chosen People: Jewish people are God's Cornelius: A centurion who had a vision and
chosen from the beginning to the end. was devout and God-fearing; his family was
among the first Gentiles to receive the Holy
Spirit.
L3: The Birth of the Church, The New Holy Spirit's Outpouring: Surprised the
People of God circumcised believers that the gift of the
The Church is integral to God's plan; Holy Spirit was poured out on Gentiles.
prophecies about her birth were fulfilled in Foreshadowing in the Old Testament:
the proper time. Membership of Gentiles in the Church was
Guidance of the Holy Spirit: The Holy Spirit prefigured.
will guide the Church. Magi: Came to Jerusalem to seek the King of
Pentecost: One of the three significant the Jews after Jesus' birth.
Jewish festivals; means "fifty." Asia Minor: Represents Gentiles outside of
"For not" Repetition: This phrase appears Israel.
365 times in the Bible. Diaspora: Refers to the dispersed people of
Tower of Babel: Represents humanity's God.
temptation for evil.

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L9: The Christians Receive Their Transmission of Faith: The importance of

Name in Antioch maintaining the faith through succession.
Followers of Jesus Christ were first called L13: The Church is Catholic
"Christians" in Antioch. Being Catholic signifies universality.
Barnabas is St. Paul's secretary. Character of Catholicity: Faithful to Christ’s
"Christian" derives from "Christ" (Greek: desires; Catholic character is prophesied in the
Christos; Hebrew: Mashiach), meaning "the Old Testament and foreshadowed in the gospel
anointed." texts.
Antioch is the first Christian community. Unity: We are united under one God in three
Apostle of the Gentiles: Paul. divine persons.
Destruction of the Temple: The temple built
in 70 C.E. was destroyed due to the First
L14: The Church is a Sacrament
Jewish-Roman War.
Living Sign: The Church is a living sign
instituted by Christ to give grace.
L10: The Church is One Body and the External Sign: The Church can be touched,
seen, heard, and felt.
Flock of One Shepherd
Christians are part of one flock.
Seven Sacraments
Shepherd: Jesus Christ.
Trinitarian Faith: Our faith is in one God in 1. Baptism: Cleanses original sin and initiates one
three Persons: The Father, the Son, and the into the Christian Church.
Holy Spirit, as seen in the Apostle's Creed. 2. Reconciliation: Confession of sins for
forgiveness, restoring grace.
L11: The Church is Holy 3. Eucharist: Bread and wine become Christ’s
The church is founded by Christ, who is the Body and Blood, commemorating the Last
head of the Church; the Church is apostolic Supper.
and holy. 4. Confirmation: Strengthens Baptism’s grace
The people of God form the body of Christ. through the Holy Spirit to live out faith.
Caritas International: A charity organization 5. Matrimony: Unites a man and woman in
that embodies social action. lifelong love, symbolizing Christ’s love for the
Holiness of the Church: Church.
1. Comes from God, who provides the grace 6. Holy Orders: Ordains men as deacons, priests,
needed to be holy. or bishops to serve through preaching and
Holiness originates from the Father’s sacraments.
plan. 7. Anointing of the Sick: Provides healing and
2. Founded on Jesus Christ, the Church’s head. strength to the seriously ill or near death.
3. The Holy Spirit directs the Church’s path.
Holy People: The holiness also comes from
the saints who lived for their faith.
St. Peter: The first pope, known as Peter the
Rock.
Inclusivity: It’s erroneous to say sinners
have no place in the holy Church.

L12: The Church is Apostolic:

Apostolate: Refers to the work/service/mission
carried out by the apostles.
The Church is led by St. Peter and the apostles
in alignment with Jesus Christ’s will.
Succession: The apostles "laid their hands"
upon their successors to ensure leadership
continuity.
Scriptural References: 1 Timothy 4:14, 1
Timothy 5:22 (laying on of hands).

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