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REVISION PRESENTATION
J5 - part 1
The architecture of a Catholic Church
The features of a Catholic Church
What they mean.
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cruciform
modern
Orthodox.
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suffering of Jesus on cross
means of salvation
spire - points to heaven
tower - God is our protector.
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congregation gather round altar
stresses community aspect of worship.
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4 corners - stress equality
4 corners - 4 evangelists
dome - heaven.
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The primary focal point
At Mass - re-enact Last Supper
Reminder of sacrifice and shared meal
By sacrifice of Jesus (Lamb of God) we are
redeemed
East wall - Jerusalem/Sun/Resurrection
Candle - Light of the World
Crucifix - suffering of Jesus
White cloth - purity.
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Baptism - Sacrament of Initiation
Near door - welcome
Water - symbol of cleansing of Original Sin
Through water, we are saved
Noah, Moses, Jesus and Peter.
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Contains consecrated hosts
(body of Christ) for use in Mass and
when visiting sick
Ornate which indicates importance
Sanctuary lamp indicates
presence
Cloths reflect liturgical season.
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14 or 15 depictions of Via Dolorosa
Used during Lent
Symbolic journey
Aid to prayer - Remind, Reflect,
Respond
Saved through suffering of Jesus - the
sacrificial Lamb.
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Easter Vigil
Baptism
Exsultet
Resurrection
Alpha and Omega Revelation 21:6
Incense - 5 wounds
- prayers answered.
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Aids to prayer
remind worshippers of special
people/saints
encourages worshippers to reflect
on how they can emulate the saint
challenges worshippers to respond
to the example
ask saints to intercede for
themselves, family, society, world
SAINTS are NOT worshipped!!!
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J5 - part 2
The role and function of the Parish priest.
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celebrates the sacraments of
baptism, eucharist, marriage,
reconciliation
represents Christ at Mass and
consecrates the bread and wine
prepares people for baptism,
confirmation, 1st communion,
marriage
conducts funerals
will be a Catholic school
governor
visits the sick and bereaved
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Preach the Good News that God
loves his people - and prepare people
for the sacraments
Hands of Jesus and help those in
trouble
Inspires and develops the parish
community as part of the WBOC and
lead the Parish Council
Light where there is darkness - and
love where there is despair (e.g.
sickness and bereavement)
Serves the people of the parish
through sacraments - he is their
shepherd
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J5 - part 3
The role and function of the Church in the Parish.
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The word CHURCH can be
applied to both the building
and the community (the
Parish) which worships there
The CHURCH is the focal
point for the worshipping
community
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opportunities for worship especially the
sacraments - Mass, baptism, confirmation,
weddings, funerals and festivals
opportunities to witness - CAFOD, SVP hands
of Jesus, light of Christ, be Good News
opportunities for fellowship - social events
e.g. youth club, parents and toddlers, senior
citizens and family events
opportunities which nurture faith
development - learning through Bible study,
Sunday School
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J5 - part 4
The reasons for differences in :
places of worship
forms of worship among Christians.
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Do you need to worship in Church?
• YES
• the Church provides the right
atmosphere for prayer
• the building itself helps nurture
people in faith e.g. symbolism
of features - crucifix is a
reminder of the sacrifice of
Jesus which won us salvation
• gathering together builds
fellowship and demonstrates
commitment
• gathering together reminds
worshippers they are part of
the WWBoC (1 Corinthians 12)
• NO
• you can worship anytime,
anywhere
• Last Supper (Mark 14) took
place in the Upper Room not a
church
• In the Sermon on the Mount,
Jesus said to pray in private
(Matthew 5-7)
• it's more important to show
faith in action rather than
worship - remember James 2
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All Christians share the same basic
beliefs that :
Jesus was the Son of God
Jesus was crucified and died
Jesus rose from the dead
Jesus will one day come again
in judgement.
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However, there are some
differences in emphasis
which cause Christians to worship differently.
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Should all Christians worship together?
• YES
• all Christians share the
same basic beliefs
• we are all part of the
Worldwide Body of Christ
"We are one body - one
body in Christ" (1
Corinthians 12)
• Galatians 3 - hence we
should show that by
worshipping together
• NO
• it's OK to express different
beliefs by having different
forms of worship e.g. ………
• if Catholics and other
Christians worshipped
together, their differences in
belief regarding
transubstantiation would cause
hurt
• if Christians have different
beliefs they can't ignore this
fact
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follows a set pattern of prayers and readings
reflects the belief that God is experienced most
powerfully in the SACRAMENTS, particularly the
EUCHARIST
PRIMARY FOCAL POINT - the ALTAR
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e.g. SALVATION ARMY
and METHODISTS
does not follow set pattern
reflects the belief that God is experienced most
powerfully in the BIBLE - the inspired Word of God
PRIMARY FOCAL POINTS - LECTERN / PULPIT
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SPIRIT LED worship which is
spontaneous and often joyful and lively - no
set pattern
reflects the belief that God is experienced
most powerfully in the HOLY SPIRIT
focuses on the charisms (gifts) of
speaking in tongues, prophecy, healing and
interpretation
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presence of God - BAPTISM
PRIMARY FOCAL POINT - BAPTISTRY
a large pool of water in which believers are
fully immersed at Baptism.
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ICONS can bring them closer in
their relationship with God
WINDOWS INTO HEAVEN
many icons in church
light candles in front of them.
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Different beliefs are reflected in
• church design
• styles of worship.
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(a) (i) Describe the main features of a particular
church or cathedral. (4)
(ii) Explain why it has these features. (8)
(b) “All Christians should worship together.”
Do you agree? Give reasons for your opinion,
showing that you have considered another point of
view. In your answer, you should refer to
Christianity.
(8)
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