Chapter 1 Key Terms Flashcard

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Define: Beatitudes

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The teachings of Jesus in the Sermon on the Mount in Matthew's Gospel.

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Define: Church

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The people of God throughout the whole world, diocese, or the assembly of those called together in worship.

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Define: Gentiles

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The name given by the Jewish people after the Exile to a foreign person.

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Define: Kingdom of God

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God's rule over us, announced in the Gospel and present in the Eucharist.

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Define: Lord

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A title that indicates the divinity of God.

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Define: Martyr

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One that has given his or her life for the faith.

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Define: Messiah

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A title that means "anointed one."

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Define: Mission

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The work of Jesus Christ that is continued in the Church through the Holy Spirit.

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Define: Pentecost

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The 50th day after Jesus was raised from the dead.

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Define: Salvation

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The gift, which God alone can give, of forgiveness of sin and the restoration of friendship with him.